Holidays Archives

Teaching children about gratitude

November 12, 2018/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Holidays, Parenting, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, shares tips on teaching your children to be grateful.

Traveling with kids

November 9, 2018/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Holidays, Right Feature, Traveling/by Rise and Shine

In her latest blog, Children’s National psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, discusses tips for planning ahead on your holiday travel for maximum fun.

child and dog on bed in halloween costumes

Halloween tips for first-timers and veterans

October 29, 2018/0 Comments/in 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Healthy Eating, Holidays, Parenting, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Psychologist Eleanor Mackey goes over Halloween preparation, from choosing an age-appropriate costume to trick-or-treating safety.

Group of kids with Halloween costumes walking to trick or treating

A pediatrician’s Halloween safety checklist

October 26, 2018/0 Comments/in 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Autumn Safety, Family Life, Holidays, Parenting, Right Feature, Safety/by Rise and Shine

Dr. Ankoor Shah provides tips to ensure that your Halloween isn’t any scarier than it needs to be.

How to reduce the risk of cavities around Halloween (and beyond)

October 24, 2018/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Dental Hygiene, Family Life, Holidays, Oral Health, Parenting, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

In addition to following these tips, we encourage families to participate in National Brush Day on November 1, and commit to brushing teeth for two minutes, twice a day.