tag:www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com,2005:/categories/healthy-kids?page=2Healthy Kids Healthy Kids | Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh Page 2Healthy Living Healthy Planet2023-06-05T18:49:15-04:00urn:uuid:ce6d2594-0494-4b42-baf4-e564a29c42662023-04-20T12:19:26-04:002023-06-05T18:49:15-04:00Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure2023-04-28 09:30:00 -0400Madiha Saeed, M.D.Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:40098202-7ad1-4773-9715-897783589b132023-03-16T20:35:48-04:002023-05-02T13:33:39-04:00Kid-Approved Autism Diets: Strategies to Optimize Nutrition and Acceptance2023-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Ana Reisdorf, MS, RDFor parents of children with autism, learning to manage this condition requires a multidimensional approach, including consideration of food and nutrition.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:88eb49db-c585-4cad-a292-1da2017196302023-02-16T15:20:57-05:002023-04-03T09:24:28-04:00Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children2023-02-27 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina Donato and Kirby BaldwinBetween 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5ccc6c2-a15f-45e2-b13c-941594ceee7a2023-01-16T16:45:56-05:002023-08-10T13:54:54-04:00Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness2023-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Ana-Maria Temple, M.DHeart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5557844-f7b2-4b2a-903c-1b0d5a9fc2ad2022-12-13T18:02:56-05:002023-07-03T17:17:49-04:00Health in a Smile: A Holistic Solution to Impaired Mouth Syndrome in Children2022-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Brooke GoodeImpaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS) is a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, but parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6cf1364d-33c2-4577-9a76-947925421a5d2022-11-16T15:11:44-05:002023-01-05T01:02:57-05:00The Best Gift of All: Teaching Children the Spirit of Giving2022-11-30 09:30:00 -0500Madiha SaeedWhether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:50248eb7-a9da-4c8f-96fe-a87b2b97f0d82022-10-20T14:41:23-04:002022-12-06T19:21:22-05:00The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoArt therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1629db9a-8662-4674-9d01-bb69ea5e67272022-09-22T20:29:31-04:002022-11-01T22:12:01-04:00Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds2022-09-30 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonAsphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6fff3549-4d14-4709-9b9f-00efd14532a52022-08-18T14:09:42-04:002022-11-01T22:12:51-04:00Learning to Grieve: How to Help Children Navigate Through Loss2022-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiWhile there is no right way to grieve, adults can provide kids experiencing loss gentle guideposts and lessons of empathy and acceptance as they process complicated emotions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a7ac056d-26e4-46cd-a362-c4e8aba2a5842022-07-15T12:28:05-04:002022-09-30T16:50:45-04:00Raising a Well-Rounded Child: Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills2022-07-29 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoFor kids to develop the solid foundation they need, parents should practice a full-spectrum approach that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>