SIX TIPS TO HELP KIDS DEAL WITH STRESS
In today’s busy world, it’s easy for anyone – even kids – to feel overwhelmed. For kids, maybe they are worried about homework and grades, or maybe they are being
Continue ReadingTIPS FOR PARENTS OF PICKY EATERS
From a child who refuses to eat a particular food to a child who refuses to eat at all, picky eaters can make meals a challenge for parents. Luckily, we’ve
Continue ReadingSeven Tips to Help Keep Kids Safe Online
Now more than ever before, the internet has become unavoidable in our everyday lives. The pandemic has shown just how much the internet can do for us – our children
Continue ReadingTalking to Teens About Internet Safety
Digital devices, the internet and social media have become part of the teenage experience. Not only are they using it for school, much of their social lives and hobbies now
Continue ReadingBRUSSELS SPROUTS:
A SMALL BUT POWERFUL VEGGIE
BRUSSELS SPROUTS: A SMALL BUT POWERFUL VEGGIE Growing children of all ages need vegetables – they are a great source of energy, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. In addition, regularly
Continue ReadingSports drinks: better than water?
Sports drinks: better than water? True or false? Sport drinks give better hydration than water, so your child need a sports drink if they play sports. IT'S FALSE! For most
Continue ReadingIt’s Library Shelfie Day!
In 2014, the New York Public Library declared this day for sharing “shelfies” in front of library shelves to inspire a love of books and reading. Unfortunately due to the pandemic
Continue ReadingCPCMG After Hours Care Update:
Appointments Required
Our ongoing commitment to patient safety means we provide your child’s healthcare in the safest setting possible. This includes scheduling all appointments for our patients, whether they need a routine
Continue ReadingTRUE OR FALSE: A baby walker will help
my child learn to walk.
This is FALSE! Using a baby walker will not help babies learn to stand or walk. In fact, there are strong associations between walker use and developmental delays in balance
Continue ReadingTRUE OR FALSE: Kids fall asleep faster
if they watch tv before bed
It’s definitely FALSE! Sleep is one of our most important health requirements and often overlooked. A child’s mind and body needs sleep – just as much as air, food, and
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