Emmie Wanzer, age 11, likes to do things for herself. Paralyzed at age 2 with transverse myelitis, Emmie hasn’t let that stop her from living her life to the fullest. A quadriplegic, with no feeling from the neck down, Emmie operates her motorized wheelchair with a tilt of her head. “Independence is a big deal […]
Could a declining sports performance be nutrition related?
Blazing running speed, powerful muscles and quick maneuvering are all signs of a strong athlete. But, behind all that speed, power and agility is more than just practice, exercise and strength training. Good nutrition is essential in order to enhance athletic performance both on and off the field. For kids, it’s even more critical because […]
Do’s and don’ts when talking to kids about weight
Weight can be a sensitive topic, but a necessary one, especially where your child’s health is concerned. Dr. Geoffrey Putt, a pediatric psychologist at Akron Children’s provides some tips on how to get a conversation with your kiddo started. Do’s for talking to kids about weight Do acknowledge your own biases, struggles and insecurities with […]
Mom’s CMV infection during pregnancy led to newborn’s hearing loss
When Caitlyn Idoine was pregnant with her daughter Riley in 2021, she had never heard of an infection called cytomegalovirus (CMV) which pregnant women can carry and pass onto to their babies. “CMV is the leading cause of nongenetic hearing loss and can also cause other neurological deficits and vision loss,” said Caitlyn. “A typical […]
TikTok: A guide for parents
With so many social platforms popping up each year, it’s tough for parents to keep track of what’s what. So it’s no wonder TikTok has many of us scratching our heads over what this latest trend in social media is all about. The social network for watching, making and sharing user-generated short videos — often […]
10 doctor-approved, back-to-school sleep tips (#5 will surprise you!)
Even with the best of intentions, many parents may have let their kids’ sleep habits slide, especially in the waxing days of summer. With the start of school right around the corner, they’re likely asking themselves, “How do I get my kids back into a sleep schedule?” First, start with your own sleep schedule, advises […]
