13-18 years Archives

Helping kids with homework

August 31, 2018/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Homework and Grades, Learning and School, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Now that school is back in full swing, many households are dealing with how to handle homework.

Sleep tips for kids

August 29, 2018/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Right Feature, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Technology/by Rise and Shine

Follow these sleep tips for kids to help your little ones get a good night’s rest.

Brain foods for kids

August 24, 2018/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Learning and School, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

What your kids eat can impact everything from their energy level to their mood and academic performance.

Steps to take for a successful back-to-school transition

August 22, 2018/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Doctor’s Visits, Eating and Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Learning and School, Right Feature, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Kurt Newman, M.D., president and CEO of Children’s National Health System, shares tips on how to make returning to a school routine easier on your child.

Q&A: How do I help my teen manage his Type 1 diabetes?

August 20, 2018/in 13-18 years, Diabetes, Discipline, Diseases and Conditions, Family Life, Parenting, Q&A Forum, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Dr. Fran Cogen answers a reader’s question about encouraging her teen to manage his blood sugar levels.