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Memorial Hermann column: Upcoming Event for Parents In partnership with Babies ”R” Us stores in the Houston area, Children’s Memorial Hermann is hosting educational seminars for parents. Pediatricians will be on site at area Babies “R” Us stores on Thursday, July 17 to answer any questions that parents have about childcare. Come in on July 17 to listen to a presentation from a pediatrician on “Summer Safety”, including heat safety, skin safety and pool safety. You will also have the opportunity to “Ask the Doctor” about nutrition, sleep habits, emergency care, or anything else that may be on your mind.
Date: Thursday, July 17 at 7:00 PM * You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn more about summer safety for your kids. Please call the Babies “R” Us store in your neighborhood to register for the event. Visit www.babiesrus.com to find store addresses and phone numbers. Participating Babies “R” Us stores are located in Katy, Sugar Land , on Westheimer near West Oaks Mall, and at FM 1960 and I-45. * Dates and times are subject to change. Please confirm the event date and time with the Babies “R” Us store in your area.
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Kids Health Need a one-stop shop for children’s health information? Visit childrensmemorialhermann.org and select “Hey Kids!” in the Kid’s Health section. There, you’ll find information for parents, teens and kids. Parents, find out all about your child’s health and development, from emotions and behavior to infections and medical problems. Print out great recipes, including some for pregnant women and children with specific medical issues such as cystic fibrosis, diabetes and lactose intolerance. Handy first aid and safety printouts also are available. Print them out and post on the fridge for easy access. They can help you handle some common childhood emergencies and less serious, but still scary, situations such as spider bites, heat exhaustion, and strains and sprains. Teens can get doctor-approved information on health and relationships. And kids can find out how their bodies work. We have articles to read, movies to watch and activities to do – all just for kids!
New Parent News When you enroll in our free New Parent News, you’ll receive specially created emails tailored to each stage of pregnancy and new parenthood. To sign up to receive New Parent News, visit childrensmemorialhermann.org select “Resources for Parents”. For Expectant Parents Many expectant parents report being preoccupied with their child’s impending birth. But there are still lots of issues to consider, such as breastfeeding vs. bottle feeding, selecting a pediatrician and more. New Parent News contains articles to help you through these often difficult choices. You can also calm any jitters you may have about caring for a newborn by reading up on baby-care basics, such as diapering, bathing and feeding. And with a week-by-week illustrated pregnancy calendar, you will be able to track all the changes taking place in your baby and in you. For New Parents If you’re like most new parents, you’re probably overwhelmed with emotion – and exhaustion! New Parent News can help answer the many questions you have as you begin life at home with your new baby. You’ll learn all about your baby’s first year – and about what changes to expect in your life, too.
Cold or Allergy: Can You Tell the Difference? Sneezing, coughing, a runny nose: It’s spring, so you figure your daughter has allergies. You want to give her something to help her feel better. But does she have an allergy – or could it be a cold? Have your own personal story about your success in keeping you and your family in good health? Send it to HoustonMom@sbcglobal.net |
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