Is Your Child Lagging Behind in School?

10/22/19 • 21 min

Your pediatrician may be able to help if your student is having trouble at school.If your child is having trouble at school, your pediatrician may be able to help. Risk factors or difficulties during pregnancy or early life could contribute to a learning difficulty.

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First, speak with your child’s teacher and/or principal. Ask questions about what’s happening inside and outside the classroom. Get more information on your child’s school life.

Next, speak with your pediatrician. As possible sources are eliminated, ask your pediatrician what else could be causing the difficulty.

Then, ask your child what kind of help you can provide to assist in learning. They may prefer help from a tutor instead of your watchful eye.

All children want to succeed.

Listen as Dr. Laura McGuinn joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss how your pediatrician can help with learning challenges.

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Halloween for Kids with Special Needs or Restrictions

Make Halloween more fun for your child with special needs or restrictions.Halloween is ahead. While it’s fun for many families, it can be stressful for some children and parents with special needs and restrictions.

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Children with developmental delays or autism process the environment differently. As Halloween can be a sensory overload, pay attention to costume textures, headwear and loud sounds. Make sure your child knows what to expect. Don’t spend too much on a costume, as your child may not like it.

Some children have eating restrictions and can’t enjoy the treats available at every door. You can prepare your neighbors if your child has specific needs. A teal pumpkin signifies treats are available that are free from common allergens.

Listen as Dr. Barbara Saunders joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss how to help your child enjoy Halloween at the right speed.

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Preventing Picky Eating

Set your little one up for a lifetime of healthy nutrition.Building good nutrition practices from an early age can help create healthy dietary patterns that last a lifetime. But, how challenging does it actually have to be?

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There are simple, stress-free ways to set your children up for success. Help them develop healthier eating habits by introducing them to variety when you start them on solid foods. Invite your children to be engaged and invested in mealtimes at a young age.

Listen as Dr. Natalie Muth joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss how to get your children eating healthier.

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