Sound Beach Pediatrics

15 hours ago

The teenage years can be a tricky time for both parent and child. Around this age, many kids pull away from their parents as they assert their own identity and independence. But teens aren't the best at emotional regulation and can make impulsive decisions that have negative consequences. Having a loving and trusting relationship with good communication is very important. Check out these tips to follow!

"If you are curious about what’s going on in your teen’s life, asking direct questions might not be as effective as simply sitting back and listening. Kids are more likely to be open with their parents if they don’t feel pressured to share information. Remember even an offhand comment about something that happened during the day is their way of reaching out, and you’re likely to hear more if you stay open and interested — but not prying."

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Tips for Communicating With Your Teen - Child Mind Institute

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How to keep the parent-child relationship strong during a tricky age. Tips on communicating with your teen, and how to do so more effectively.

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 days ago

Between 6 months and 9 months, your baby will begin to get ready to transition from the bottle to the cup. Your baby might resist and even protest at first, but there are several ways you can make the transition more smooth and best practices to follow. Read this guide for more info.

"The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that you offer your child a cup when they start eating solid foods, usually around 6 months. You can use a "sippy" (training) cup with a spouted lid or offer a cup and straw. Some children may choose to drink from an open cup without a straw – and that's just fine, too."

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From Bottle to Cup: Helping Your Child Make a Healthy Transition

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You’ve probably heard that around 6 to 9 months, it’s time to begin moving away from bottle feeding. But like many parents, you may feel a little anxious about this next step in your child’s gro...

Sound Beach Pediatrics

3 days ago

Groceries have been more expensive lately, but you can still feed your family right on a budget! Here are tips on how to plan and shop to keep your family healthy while also making it affordable.

"Try canned products. Choose fruit canned in 100% fruit juice and vegetables with "low-sodium" or "no salt added" on the label. These products are just as nutritious as fresh, and often cost less. Canned and frozen fruits and vegetables last much longer than fresh. They can be a quick way to add fruits and vegetables to your meal."

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Feeding Your Family Right on a Budget: How to Plan & Shop Smart

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You can feed your family healthy meals on a budget, but it helps to have a plan. Try these tips.​

Sound Beach Pediatrics

1 week ago

Praising your kids helps them build their self-esteem and confidence, but what you say and how you say it can also teach them how to recognize their own accomplishments and the value they offer. Here's a great guide with suggestions on what to say in various situations and how it can impact your child.

"Self-esteem comes from working hard toward a goal and feeling good about it. So when kids see that their hard work is paying off, it helps them develop the ability to self-praise.

It’s important to give kids opportunities to find new interests to pursue and work at. You can help kids explore their strengths with a crafty and visual activity — making a strengths chain."

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How to Praise Your Child

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The best type of praise helps kids recognize their own effort. Here’s what you can say to praise your child in a way that builds self-esteem.

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 weeks ago

You've probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But getting school-age kids to eat breakfast might not always be easy. Many kids tend to snooze in the morning before getting ready for school and run out of time to have a meal. Some kids decide to skip breakfast for other various reasons. A healthy breakfast, however, is beneficial for starting the day and improves focus in school. Check out these 6 tips to make breakfast easier and healthier for #NationalNutritionMonth!

"Kids who skip breakfast seem to be more likely to develop metabolic conditions such as high blood sugar, increased blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol levels and extra fat in the waist. These conditions increase the risk of diabetes, stroke and heart disease.

Children who eat breakfast are in better health overall. This may be due to the types of food that are typically eaten. Breakfast gives you the opportunity to bolster your child with some key nutrients they may miss out on the rest of the day..."

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Breakfast for Learning: Why the Morning Meal Matters

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Nearly half of all American families regularly skip breakfast. Is your family one of them? When it comes to getting your children to school, a healthy breakfast is just as important as gym shoes and s...

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 weeks ago

As a reminder for #NationalNutritionMonth, children need to be getting enough fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and good fat from their daily meals. To keep track of the foods your kids are eating, a food diary can be helpful. Click the guide here for more info, the recommended amount of food your child needs depending on their age, and info about the different food groups.

"Recording what your kids eat and drink in a food diary can help you understand how much food they are consuming each day. However, while it's fine to use this tool to generally gauge how much (and which foods) your child is eating, avoid explicitly monitoring each and every calorie."

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How to Use a Food Log for Tracking Your Child's Meals and Calories

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A food diary can be a great way to keep track of the calories your kids are eating, especially if they are overweight.

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 weeks ago

It's International Women's Day and Women's History Month! Here are children's books to share about women's accomplishments and discoveries.

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Children’s Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month

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Our early education experts recommend their favorite children's books that empower girls through adventure, courage and creativity.