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February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Regular exercise is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy heart. “Your heart is a muscle you need to condition and keep well-tuned,” Peter Gaskin, a pediatric cardiologist at the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University …

As the chilly winds of winter blow through the mid-Atlantic region, many of us long for the sunny days of summer. For our kids, it’s not only the warmer weather that boosts summer’s appeal. They look forward to swapping school days for pool days at summer camp. Attending summer camps has long been a part of the quintessential childhood experience. …

Getting hurt is a part of childhood, but it’s essential to prevent serious injuries in children. Parents can take several steps — in the home, on the playground and in the car — to try to avoid a trip to the emergency room. But if your child gets seriously hurt, it’s crucial to know when a trip to the ER …

Kindie Rock Stars Podcast This dynamic podcast showcases the diverse talents of children’s musicians and family entertainers. Each episode features an artist story and a song. Free Shadow Play Books Unfold the book, turn down the lights and switch on a flashlight to be transported into a world of imagination. These magic books will inspire parents and kids to share …

Dr. Michael Virts, DDS Mount Airy Children’s Dental Associates Frederick County, Maryland What causes cavities in children’s baby teeth? Bacteria causes cavities. The bacteria eat the sugar that is left on the teeth after eating or drinking, then create acid, and the acid erodes the teeth, making a cavity. Cavities are caused by a combination of bacteria and a carbohydrate …

Cultivate your children’s creativity with these stories about the arts. Picture Books “Norman’s First Day at Dino Day Care” written and illustrated by Sean Julian It’s Norman’s first day at Dino Day Care. Surely that’s enough reason to feel shy. Norman does what he does best: He makes himself invisible. Eventually, he manages to find his courage with a little …

I feel strongly that crafting and creating is a win-win for parents and children. If there’s one thing that I learned from being a mom is that kids want nothing more but to spend quality time with you. Add some crafting fun to it, and you’ve created memorable holiday traditions that will last a lifetime and that hopefully one day …

February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Eating a well-rounded diet, is one important habit to form as kids and carry into adulthood. A heart-healthy diet includes multiple fruits and vegetables each day, a decent amount of fiber and a limit of fried foods. To make your child’s diet a …

Spread The Love With These Easy-To-Make Valentines This Valentine’s Day, you could give your kids a traditional box of tiny cards to pass out to their friends at school. Or you could work together in the kitchen to make the most creative valentines in the class: conversation heart bath bombs! Given the hefty price tag of store-bought versions, bath bombs …