tag:www.oregonfamily.com,2005:/categories/kids?page=6Kids | Oregon Family Magazine Page 6Where Community & Families Come Together2021-06-03T20:58:17-07:00urn:uuid:3efc5461-20c0-4b5c-81a3-8f7c8b595a292021-06-03T20:57:35-07:002021-06-03T20:58:17-07:00Playtime and Quiet Time for Baby2021-06-02 20:57:34 -0700Parenting Now!As a new parent, you may feel inundated with information about stimulating your baby’s budding brain with interactive toys, books, things to look at, etc. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:0714da42-6ef3-4573-a5f2-43992c2b35152021-04-30T08:09:39-07:002021-04-30T08:09:57-07:00Calming Methods for Preschoolers2021-04-30 08:09:37 -0700Parenting NowChildren are going through a range of experiences and emotions right now. Distance learning, hybrid learning, COVID-19 precautions, time away from family and friends—are all having an emotional impact on us.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:29412d4a-9e62-4554-a77e-342fd9e284032021-04-02T22:51:23-07:002021-04-30T07:53:47-07:00Making the Move2021-04-02 22:51:23 -0700Sarah LyonsWhether across the country or just across town, moving is a big adjustment for everyone in the family. Children can feel overwhelmed and uprooted because they are rarely in control of a decision to change homes, neighborhoods, or schools. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:83ab0d4b-269d-42e4-ad2a-4f765bd52e642021-02-28T20:32:10-08:002021-02-28T20:46:37-08:00Embracing Your Toddler’s Counterwill2021-02-28 20:32:10 -0800Meredith Tufts (for Parenting Now)Throughout the late toddler and preschool years, children are building their will—the ability to consciously control their actions. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:fcb48669-eecf-449f-8b7b-6be2a263367b2021-02-28T20:21:46-08:002021-04-02T22:23:07-07:00Preventing Dog Bites2021-02-28 20:21:21 -0800by Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.Adoptions and purchases of puppies and dogs have skyrocketed in the past year, proving once again that these furry animals are people’s best friends—especially during a pandemic.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:0be8c682-403e-4967-891e-6730a9b562a52021-02-20T11:39:11-08:002021-02-20T11:45:49-08:00Spinal Muscular Atrophy2021-02-20 11:39:11 -0800Trudy CitovicUnderstanding this rare condition, and one Oregon family’s journey, and first-person perspective.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:b824fb44-0da6-4262-a50d-31e58da6ed4b2021-02-04T14:44:48-08:002021-02-04T14:44:52-08:00DNA - Cracking the Code! 2021-02-04 14:44:47 -0800Andrea WillinghamHave you ever wondered why some people have blue eyes and some have brown eyes? Or why some insects fly while others crawl? Why are some fish are big and others small? It all has to do with our DNA. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:35d33dfb-ed62-43af-97be-f098619a4b962021-01-01T11:23:10-08:002021-02-04T14:35:05-08:00Messing with Mud2021-01-01 11:23:09 -0800Beth SteinThe ingredients in the recipe are simple: water for wetness, soil for substance, crumpled leaves for texture, bark chips for chunks, grass for green-ness, and rocks just for fun. The how-to part of the recipe is also pretty straightforward – dig, dump, stir, mush, squoosh, pour, pound. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:e21faf23-8ff9-4602-ac53-d9d4e4305b592021-01-01T11:06:29-08:002021-01-01T17:30:35-08:00Creativity-Boosting Apps for Kids2021-01-01 11:06:29 -0800Tanni Haas, Ph.D.January is International Creativity Month; a great occasion to inspire your kids to become more creative. Here are some of the very best creativity-boosting apps for kids. They’re all completely free, so encourage your kids to download an app – or three! <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:f2efaaa3-1d3a-49fd-9933-d288d8d464e92021-01-01T11:03:34-08:002021-02-04T14:35:06-08:00Coping with Distance Learning Burnout2021-01-01 11:03:34 -0800Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.Distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic looks and feels very different to students, teachers and parents. Long hours in front of a screen, challenges with technology and difficulty mastering new material can be overwhelming to some children.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:927e074c-d397-4d95-aaa4-6b366968ff252020-12-01T09:22:00-08:002020-12-01T09:33:05-08:00Drum Roll Please....2020-12-01 09:21:58 -0800Kelli MatthewsThe 2020 Oregon Family Magazine Holiday Gift Guide is here!
This year, for our 9th annual gift guide, we found creative and imaginative gifts for kids.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:7417ea6a-22ec-4a98-95dd-142efc75d9502020-12-01T08:43:36-08:002020-12-01T08:43:42-08:00Inspiring Generosity in Children2020-12-01 08:43:35 -0800Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.Generosity is a trait most parents would like to see instilled in their children. Teaching kids to serve and give to others builds character and empathy. It also releases chemicals in the brain that stimulate reward pathways and creates a feeling of joy.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>