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Cold-Busters: Natural Remedies for Kids

Feb 28, 2020 09:30AM

Natural approaches and effective holistic home remedies for relieving cold and flu symptoms in children.

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Free Open House at Two Coyotes Wilderness School

Feb 28, 2020 09:17AM

Two Coyotes Wilderness School’s annual Open House at Sticks and Stones Farm in Newtown will be held on Saturday, March 28.

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Good Hearts Start Young: Boosting Kids’ Cardiovascular Health

Jan 31, 2020 09:30AM

Many children today are on track to experiencing serious heart and circulatory problems later in life. Here are ways to get kids' cardiovascular health off to a good start.

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Raising Environmentalists: Teachers Prep Kids for the Future

Dec 30, 2019 09:30AM

Educators are using hands-on lessons to get K-12 students not only interested in the world’s environmental priorities, but also actively participating in solutions.

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Teaching Empathy to Young Children in Norwalk

Dec 04, 2019 11:49AM

Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk will host an “Ask a Professional” presentation on developing empathy in young children

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Refresh Holiday Traditions: Making the Old New and Green

Nov 27, 2019 09:30AM

Eco-friendly, green twists on holiday family traditions to help instill the importance of sustainability in kids.

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Kids With Gratitude: Making Thankfulness Second Nature

Oct 31, 2019 09:30AM

Research shows kids that are grateful are happier, more studious, and less depressed, materialistic and prone to violence. Here are 3 ways to teach and instill gratefulness in children.

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Feeding Healthy Habits: A 10-Step Guide for Helping Children Thrive

Aug 16, 2019 12:28AM ● By Melinda Hemmelgarn

Today’s barrage of junk food ads can easily influence kids for the worse, but 10 strategies, including visiting farmers’ markets, teaching cooking skills and implementing device-free family meals, can help them choose to eat better.

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21st Century Parenting: Preparing Kids for the Future

Aug 16, 2019 12:27AM ● By Meredith Montgomery

Today’s kids live fast-paced, technology-driven lives, which is why it’s critical for parents to strike a balance between accepting modern advances and teaching kids timeless virtues.

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Anxiety Relief for Children: Balancing Energy Centers Opens Expressive Paths

Jul 31, 2019 08:34PM ● By Shannon Marzella

It’s no secret that today’s children and teenagers are stressed out, overwhelmed and in need of some relief. This is the first generation to...

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Family Matters: What Does It Mean to Have a Child with Autism?

Jul 31, 2019 07:26PM ● By Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Linda ’s intention was to run in and out of the mall to grab a pair of khakis for her oldest child’s choir concert, but her youngest, Alex, ...

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Magical People : A Spiritual Perspective of Autism

Jul 31, 2019 07:24PM ● By Berta Prevosti

Understanding the commonly misunderstood condition of autism—and finding answers to the unanswerable—can be very difficult, especially if yo...

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Birth Doula Expands Services

Jul 02, 2019 08:49PM

Terri Piazza is a native New Yorker now living in Connecticut. After years as a corporate executive, she has dedicated her time in recent ye...

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The Pure Joy of Play: Why Kids Need Unstructured Fun

Jun 28, 2019 12:37PM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Numerous studies show that giving kids open time for “free play” is so important that pediatricians are writing prescriptions for it. Here are ways to encourage more playtime in kids' lives.

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New Nature-Based Preschool Program in New Milford

Jun 06, 2019 01:22AM

Peter Pratt Nature School, an outdoor, nature-based preschool experience for children ages 3 to 5, is opening in September for the 2019-2020...

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Open House for Two Coyotes Wilderness School

May 07, 2019 02:11AM

Two Coyotes Wilderness School’s Open House at Sticks and Stones Farm in Newtown will be held on Sunday, May 19. The event will include two s...

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Gardening for Kids: The Fun of Growing Their Own

Apr 30, 2019 02:45PM ● By Ronica A. O’Hara

How to involve kids in growing their own garden to get them outdoors, foster an appetite for fruits and veggies, teach them planning, and develop their motor, literacy and scientific skills.

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Loving Nature: Outdoor Adventures for Kids

Mar 29, 2019 12:12PM ● By Ronica A. O’Hara

In a time in which digital devices often rule, kids will happily head outdoors for adventures involving gardens, bugs and birds that spark their interest and creativity.

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Household Cleaning Products Affect Babies’ Guts and Weight: Disinfectants Linked to Health Concerns

Mar 29, 2019 11:54AM

Canadian toddlers in households that used chemical disinfectants at least once a week had disturbed gut microbes and higher body mass index scores than toddlers in households that used vinegar or other eco-friendly cleaners.

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Air Care for Kids: Keeping the Homefront Allergy-Free

Mar 04, 2019 02:42PM ● By Avery Mack

Kids are especially sensitive to the pollen, chemicals, dust mites, mold and pet dander that cause allergies, but simple strategies can keep these culprits in check.

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