tag:www.enaturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/healthy-kids?page=9Healthy Kids Healthy Kids | Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties Page 9Healthy Living Healthy Planet2021-03-11T15:09:57-05:00urn:uuid:ba4e195b-4783-43cc-b15c-89b432812cc02019-08-16T00:22:13-04:002021-03-11T15:09:57-05:00School Om Work: Kids Calm Themselves with Meditation2017-09-29 19:18:26 -0400April ThompsonStudents in forward-thinking school districts are learning through meditation to relax, focus and stay calm in the face of trying conditions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dfb1f9e4-c206-4eb1-8961-7d34b72fb71c2019-08-16T00:32:10-04:002019-08-16T00:32:10-04:00Fast Foodies: Toddlers Routinely Reach for French Fries2017-09-29 19:18:00 -0400AnonymousThe journal Pediatrics reports that children under the age of 2 are more likely to eat French fries than healthy vegetables on any given day and many eat no veggies at all.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:28cf5bd1-bfe8-4f59-a68d-d172f259abd12019-08-16T01:17:49-04:002019-08-16T01:17:49-04:00Tonsillectomies Help Only Temporarily: Benefits Do Not Last2017-08-31 12:14:36 -0400AnonymousChildren have fewer school absences and infections in the first year after a tonsillectomy, but the benefits ebb over time, reports a Vanderbilt University Medical Center study of 10,000 children.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d6c57bef-81c7-46db-9ceb-5b8fc03a4f222019-08-16T00:08:28-04:002019-08-16T00:08:28-04:00Experiential Ed: Gestalt-Based Curricula Emerging2017-08-31 12:14:32 -0400AnonymousSchools in Finland and New Orleans are pioneering new ways to involve students in a more collaborative education model.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3765e3b7-db2a-42a4-8d99-4654fd072c9e2019-08-16T00:23:53-04:002019-08-16T00:23:53-04:00Nature's Classroom: Outdoor Learning Engages the Whole Child2017-08-31 12:14:12 -0400Meredith MontgomeryKids in immersive nature schools learn firsthand about the world from the parks and forests they play in, rain or shine.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0350cb07-6fdc-4a66-a803-7d8c945e7c7d2019-08-20T16:55:54-04:002019-08-20T16:55:54-04:00Anniversary Celebration in Danbury2017-08-01 04:41:33 -0400AnonymousThe Connecticut Childbirth & Women’s Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary on August 6, from 11am to 3pm, in Danbury.
Patients, frie...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:68003b39-9580-45a9-b7c0-748257ab7a852019-08-20T16:55:53-04:002019-08-20T16:55:53-04:00New Online Training Program for Health Coaches and Parents2017-08-01 04:32:03 -0400AnonymousAre you a health coach interested in healing ADHD, autism, asthma, allergies, sensory disorders and more? Or a parent who is determined for ...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9dee704a-b14b-42f2-8078-8dc30e73f9592019-08-20T16:56:12-04:002019-08-20T16:56:12-04:00Wooster School Supports Green Initiatives2017-08-01 04:14:20 -0400AnonymousWooster School’s long tradition as a self-help school is built on a culture of community involvement and enhancement. This in turn feeds a d...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b6ead747-8586-412a-a787-fe993d4d57982019-08-20T16:56:10-04:002019-08-20T16:56:10-04:00Autism: A Whole-Body Disorder Affecting the Brain: Collective Treatment Efforts Yield Better Results2017-08-01 04:07:21 -0400Gabriella TrueAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 68 children has autism spectrum disorder, or ASD. Autism typically affec...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:aabd55b8-688a-4558-91c1-f8c0b533e2f02019-08-20T16:56:13-04:002019-08-20T16:56:13-04:00Meeting Educational Needs of an Autistic Child: Understanding the Law, Services and the Role of Advocacy
2017-08-01 03:59:45 -0400Roseann Capanna-HodgeHow autism is displayed in children on the spectrum varies widely; thus their needs can be very different. One child may be on the higher fu...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8de06998-5a7e-4446-a66d-37d8f904127e2019-08-20T16:56:04-04:002019-08-20T16:56:04-04:00The Frustrating, Misunderstood and Evolving World of PANS/PANDAS: Untreated Infections Can Lead to Lifelong Challenges2017-08-01 03:57:45 -0400Lisa Wolk-KilionThe child radiated happiness, had friends and loved life. Then seemingly overnight, he changed; he began to suffer from obsessive-compulsive...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8688f810-efc5-4fc1-895d-e306b1f0ffff2019-08-20T16:56:00-04:002019-08-20T16:56:00-04:00Structure = Function: Chiropractic Care for Optimal Function 2017-08-01 03:55:46 -0400Risa Sloves“Get knowledge of the spine, for this is the cause for many diseases.”
~ Hippocrates, 460-377 BC
Chiropractic care is a distinct science...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:51734fa3-c467-4ac8-b24d-9cbb34a947482019-08-20T16:56:15-04:002019-08-20T16:56:15-04:00Inspired Play at Inclusive Playgrounds: Sunshine, Fresh Air and Play Benefit All2017-08-01 03:53:52 -0400Sheri HatfieldPlay is the birthright of all children. It is through play that all children—regardless of their physical, emotional or mental abilities—dec...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9936c962-2817-41e0-b275-e8314d558cbd2019-08-20T16:55:56-04:002019-08-20T16:55:56-04:00Vision Readiness for School: Visual Skills are Key to Learning and Confidence2017-08-01 03:51:23 -0400Randy SchulmanWith children’s vision, we typically think pass-or-fail on school or pediatric screenings. What most people are not aware of is that these s...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9daa0991-222c-4488-84a7-6dc42b10d6b72019-08-16T00:17:58-04:002021-03-11T16:11:56-05:00Fresh Looks at Autism: Focusing on a Child’s Optimal Potential2017-07-31 12:11:57 -0400Linda SechristParents today increasingly focus on the unique brilliance of their autistic children and build support networks that help them develop life skills.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2aa6e90d-83b5-4bb7-aa3d-5ba56c72f8fb2019-08-16T01:09:42-04:002021-02-25T13:00:31-05:00Colicky Babies Respond to Acupuncture: Solution to Help Reduce Crying2017-06-30 11:23:57 -0400Rachael OppySwedish babies given acupuncture twice a week cried markedly less after only two weeks of treatment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5f8e8ebd-87a7-4d7e-8bf0-7eaef60498e92019-08-16T01:10:36-04:002019-08-16T01:10:36-04:00Fun Ways to Get Outside This Summer: Be a Kid Again With Your Own Family2017-06-30 11:23:00 -0400Sandra MurphyFrom hiking to zip lines to camping, there are many enjoyable ways to explore nature all around our country, making the most of activities that appeal to all ages.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a20f3089-5cc1-4fe2-99bf-a7e9443d317b2019-08-20T16:55:09-04:002019-08-20T16:55:09-04:00Summer at Wooster Camp in Danbury2017-06-09 12:11:17 -0400AnonymousNow entering its 21st year, Summer at Wooster, a summer camp in Fairfield County, is designed to give kids the chance to tap into what makes...<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7ba24864-1e9b-4bbb-ae9e-30991660ff142019-08-16T00:14:25-04:002021-03-02T15:12:21-05:00Vitamin D Helps Babies Grow Strong Bones and Muscle: Supplement for Healthy Little Ones2017-05-31 12:04:31 -0400Rachael OppyCanadian infants given more than 400 IUD per day of vitamin D had stronger bones and muscle and less body fat at age 3.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>urn:uuid:adfba326-dd37-4c9f-8dea-62bd8918e5a52019-08-16T00:37:36-04:002021-04-19T14:53:59-04:00Family Screen Time: How to Set Boundaries in the Digital Era2017-05-31 12:03:54 -0400Rachael OppyMany of today’s youngsters spend eight hours a day looking at a screen, which has serious repercussions on their well-being. Parental limits can help ensure a healthy balance of activities.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.enaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties</a></small></p>