In the second segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at exercise habits kids can form to maintain good cardiovascular health. Exercise Regular exercise is also a crucial part of maintaining a healthy heart. …
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Celebrating Innovation, Commemorating Black History
What do you know about Benjamin Banneker? Did you know he was an amazing mathematician, taught himself astronomy and later wrote numerous almanacs? Maybe you know he built the first known American clock and was a member of the surveying team that designed Washington, D.C.? All of these facts …
Read More »How to Prevent the Most Common Children’s Injuries
As the omicron variant surges, hospitals in Maryland and across the country are filling up with patients. Dr. Annie Soriano, who directs pediatric emergency services at the ER-7 of Baltimore’s Sinai Hospital, says that protocols are in place to separate kids with COVID-19 from those without—but it’s becoming …
Read More »Feel the Love for Good Books
Fuel your children’s passions for reading with summer camp and Valentine’s Day tales — By Conni L. Strittmatter/Baltimore County Public Library Youth & Family Engagement Manager. Board Books “Where Do Diggers Say I Love You?” by Brianna Caplan Sayres, illustrated by Christian Slade Fans of “Where Do Diggers …
Read More »Local Experts on Oral Care: Dr. Michael Virts
We all know that feeling: Uh-oh, my child has a cavity. Was it too much candy? Not enough time spent brushing? Should we have come in sooner for a checkup? Preventive care is always the goal with any dental visit, but many questions abound. What age should my child …
Read More »Holiday DIY: Valentine’s Day Heart Garland
I feel strongly that crafting and creating is a win-win for parents and children. If there’s one thing that I learned from being a mom is that kids want nothing more but to spend quality time with you. Add some crafting fun to it, and you’ve created memorable holiday …
Read More »Heart-Healthy Habits for Kids: Diet
February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Eating a well-rounded diet, exercising regularly and getting good sleep are all important habits to form as kids and carry into adulthood. By making heart-healthy choices a part of your family’s routine, …
Read More »In This Issue: February 2022
In this issue of Baltimore’s Child, we explore summer camp choices, from our feature on programs that cultivate a full camp experience for children with special needs to our blog about first-time overnight campers. You can also begin to explore camps yourself with our camp directory. Health is a …
Read More »Keep That Dental Appointment
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused us to rethink, rework and reprioritize the way we go about our lives. It’s resulted in confusing decisions for parents, raising questions such as “which outings are necessary?” and “how do I keep my child healthy when at businesses and other types of appointments?” …
Read More »Learn Your Child’s Love Language
I bet you’ve heard of The 5 Love Languages? You may have even taken the quiz to find out which one you identify with the most. Have you ever thought about what your child’s love language is? How does your daughter give and receive love? Is it through receiving gifts …
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