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A Parent's Guide to Sunscreen
Fun in the sun is what kids and summer is all about. But trying to decide what sunscreen is best for your child as you sift through the countless brands and forms is no easy task. No need to worry....
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How To: Summer Camps
How do you know if your child is ready for overnight summer camp? We asked Thomas Hobson, director of Child Life at Le Bonheur, to address some of parents’ common concerns. Here’s what he had to...
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Water Safety
With many community pools opening this weekend for the summer, it's important to remember to stay safe while in or around water. Children can drown in a matter of seconds.According to Safe Kids USA,...
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How To: Encourage Physical Activity
When out of school for the summer, kids can be tempted to lounge around the house, playing video games or watching television. However, daily physical activity is important – as important as brushing...
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How To: Enjoying Summer Reading
We all know that reading is important, but during the summertime, it’s often the last thing kids want to do. How can you as a parent encourage your child to be a summer reader? Ginger Joe, M.Ed.,...
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How To: Have a Safe Barbecue
As you host family barbecues this summer, it’s important to practice grill safety, as barbecue grills can cause serious injuries and even house fires. Safe Kids Mid-South, led by Le Bonheur Children’s,...
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Be Safe During Summer Fun
It's Memorial Day weekend and that means the official start of summer, and pools across the region are opening up to offer a break from the heat. In the summer, fun is number one – but keeping your...
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101 In The Sun - Sunscreen Safety
Fun in the sun is what kids and summer is all about. But trying to decide what sunscreen is best for your child as you sift through the countless brands and forms is no easy task. No need to worry....
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Lip Smacking Summer Snacking
Sometimes it can be hard for kids to eat healthy all summer long. With all of the processed food options we have available, it’s easy to see how delicious and nutritious fruits and vegetables can be...
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This time of year, when kids are out of school, Le Bonheur's Emergency Department (ED) is especially busy. In June, the ED saw more than 6,000 children. Barry Gilmore, MD, director of Emergency...
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Creating Your Summer Reader
We all know that reading is important, but during the summertime, it’s often the last thing kids want to do. How can you as a parent encourage your child to be a summer reader? Ginger Joe, M.Ed.,...
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