“Why do you talk like that?” I heard the question come from behind me as I helped another child in the Sunday school class. “It’s just the way I am,” I heard my sister-in-law wisely answer the curious boy. My sister-in-law, Kara, was born with cerebral palsy. She was helping …
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The Best-Looking Jack-O’-Lanterns on the Block: Carve Them with More Fun & Less Fuss
By Christina Katz Step 1: Pick the prettiest. Large or small, you are looking for sturdy stems, no bruises and pumpkins that sit pretty. Place the pumpkin on a counter and stoop down to see how it looks at eye level before you buy. Don’t carry them home by the …
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By Cheryl Maguire A group of medical school friends nominated Sasha Hamdani to create a memory book for their pregnant classmate. Hamdani worked hard on the task for several weeks. She printed pictures, gathered mementos and listened to stories about their friend. The book — meant to be a group …
Read More »Sleeping Soundly: Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Every year, thousands of parents wake up to every parent’s worst nightmare. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there are about 3,400 sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUID) each year in the United States. The most common types of SUID include sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), unknown causes and …
Read More »So You Want to Send Your Child to Private School? Here’s What You Should Know
When it comes to education, there is no “one size fits all” option. Every school is different, and the variations between them can be vast. Choosing the right school to meet your child’s needs can be a serious—and sometimes daunting—endeavor. For parents considering private schools, there are a lot of …
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Bennett Blazers Named Champions Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Bennet Blazers have a lot to celebrate after a season where they competed against nearly 400 athletes from 43 teams across the country. The adaptive sports team was crowned national champions at the 66th annual Hartford Nationals, Move United’s largest and longest-running championship …
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Comfort Stroller or wagon for when little feet get tired (bonus: keep extra treat bags in here!) Walking shoes Ginger chews for upset stomachs Clean Hand sanitizer Moist wipes for sticky hands I see you! Reflective clothing or tape Matching glowstick bracelets or necklaces to keep families together Flashlight Prep …
Read More »Read for Free Aquarium Admission This Winter
There’s still time to join the school (of fish!) with Read to Reef, a program helping connect Baltimore children’s love of reading with the awesomeness of the depths. Reed to Reef is a program created by the Enoch Pratt Free Library in partnership with the National Aquarium. Children in fifth …
Read More »Forget the Tricks and Keep the Treats this Halloween by Keeping Your Kids Safe and Healthy
Fall is here, and with holidays like Halloween and fun festivities like trick-or-treating coming up, there are many temptations and goodies to be offered. Following a few do’s and don’ts can help make the celebrations a little safer and more healthy for both children and parents. Treats for Special Diets …
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By Sarah Lyons “Why do you talk like that?” I heard the question come from behind me as I helped another child in the Sunday school class. “It’s just the way I am,” I heard my sister-in-law wisely answer the curious boy. My sister-in-law, Kara, was born with cerebral palsy. …
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