Family Life Archives - Page 55 of 65 - Rise and Shine by Children's National

kids running

Don’t underestimate the power of playing

October 17, 2018/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Fitness, Parenting, Physical Activity, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Here are five ways to boost learning and help your child have fun while doing it.

little girl getting a checkup

Preparing your child with autism for a medical visit

October 12, 2018/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Autism, Check-ups, Diseases and Conditions, Doctor’s Visits, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Neurological, Parenting, Procedures, Right Feature, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

The Children’s National Autism Behavioral Consult team shares some tips for preparing your child with autism for a medical visit.

Baby girl eating raw food

Q&A: How can I feed my baby solid foods without risking choking?

October 9, 2018/in 0-1 year, Development, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Food Safety, Healthy Eating, Infant, Parenting, Q&A Forum, Right Feature, Toddler/by Rise and Shine

Dr. Lauren Rechtman explains that when you feed a baby solid foods, you should break them up into small pieces and stick with soft foods.

Family sitting at a table in a library.

Easing your kids into a routine

September 28, 2018/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Healthy Eating, Homework and Grades, Learning and School, Lifestyle, Sleep, Sleep Routines/by Rise and Shine

Easing your kids into a routine is no easy task, but here are a few things to keep in mind.

two girls in bed looking at a tablet

The negative effects of electronic devices at bedtime

September 17, 2018/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Healthy Sleep, Right Feature, Sleep, Technology/by Rise and Shine

Did you know that the light emitted by electronic devices such as iPads and iPhones can lead to sleepless nights?