Hand dryers are ubiquitous in public restrooms, but according to research recently published in the Canadian journal Paediatrics & Child Health, the noise they make may be harmful to children’s ears. And the study’s author can speak from personal experience. To read the entire NPR article, click here
How To Pick A Doctor (Or Break Up With One)
Finding a good primary care doctor can feel a little bit like dating. It’s awkward. Your expectations are high. You know it’s rough out there, but you’re still secretly hoping to find the one. So where do you begin? Just like dating, finding a doctor you click with is all about trusting your intuition. Click … Continue reading How To Pick A Doctor (Or Break Up With One)
Earthquake Preparedness by L.A. County
What Is an Earthquake? An earthquake is the sudden, rapid shaking of the earth, caused by the breaking and shifting of underground rock. Earthquakes can cause buildings to collapse and cause heavy items to fall, resulting in injuries and property damage. They happen anywhere and at any time. Earthquakes can: Happen without warning; Cause fires … Continue reading Earthquake Preparedness by L.A. County
Parents, Check Your Own Screen Habits
From distracted parenting to “sharenting,” taking an honest look at our own use of electronic media can make us into more skillful parents and better role models.
Can Screens Help Your Child’s Brain? 4 Tips To Get The Most From Kids’ Media
The family that plays video games together stays together. When parents become digital mentors, children can learn empathy and resilience and prepare for careers. From NPR’s Life Kit, Here are four ways to harness the advantages of screen time.
The science of smiles.
The idea that smiling can make you happier — often referred to as the “facial feedback hypothesis” — dates back to the 1800s when Charles Darwin suggested that it could improve your mood.