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A parent’s short guide to school health forms

October 1, 2019/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Learning and School, School Health/by Rise and Shine

School health forms provide critical information for the school to help your child reach optimal health and achieve their full academic potential.

What to do if you think your child has a learning disability

September 26, 2019/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Diseases and Conditions, Learning and School, Learning Disabilities, Neurological/by Rise and Shine

Finding out there is a label for what they are experiencing and getting the help they need can be life changing for kids with learning disabilities.

Dyslexia: Discovering the gift of a learning disability

September 17, 2019/0 Comments/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Learning and School, Learning Disabilities, Parenting/by Rise and Shine

Cynthia Davis discusses how to tell if your child has dyslexia and how you can give your dyslexic child the emotional and education support they need.

5 back-to-school tips from a pediatrician to parents

August 29, 2019/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Healthy Eating, Healthy Sleep, Learning and School, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Technology/by Rise and Shine

Linda Fu, M.D., gives advice on helping your kids transition into the new school year.

Tips for a smooth back-to-school transition

August 13, 2019/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Emotions and Behavior, Learning and School, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

For a smooth back-to-school transition, make sure you talk to your child about the transition, identify potential stressors and try a “dress rehearsal” to get them used to the routine.