We all know that great intentions can sometimes lead us astray. Case in point, plastic water bottles! Of course, staying hydrated is a huge priority for us and our children. But after a summer spent at playgrounds, beaches, pools and sporting events, even the most...
It’s a common pain point of the back-to-school routine: packing lunches. Though we might typically dread this step on a busy morning, we’re sharing some mouth-watering inspiration – and easy hacks – to help you reimagine the process. (Think: sous chefs and make-ahead...
Can you believe summer is coming to an end? With your children going back to school and the fall sports season beginning, there is a lot that you can do to help them be prepared. Watching your children succeed in school and on the field playing their favorite sport,...
First Day Jitters Ready for school to start? Beginning the new school year can be a time of great excitement as well as anxiety. Help calm your child’s worries (and your own) with these tips. Look ahead and anticipate. When we have an idea of what to expect, we can...
Dina Ferdman, M.D. is a mom of three kids five and under (!) as well as a Yale Medicine pediatric cardiologist who sees patients at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. She is the the Director of the Pediatric Echocardiogram Program and Co-Director of the Fetal Care...
By: Philip W. Mack, MD A lot has changed over the course of COVID-19 with remote, hybrid and in-person learning, but backpacks are here to stay. They’re customizable, come in all shapes, sizes and colors and are the ultimate in self-expression. But—when not worn...
