A pediatrician provides safety tips for common summer activities like swimming, sun exposure, fires, and biking. Parents are advised to closely supervise young swimmers and apply sunscreen before going outdoors. Burns from barbecues and fireworks can be avoided by keeping children away from all fire sources. Wearing a helmet is critical for biking and skating safety. A pre-sports physical exam can help determine if a child is physically ready for athletics and identify any health issues.
This document discusses issues related to student stress, performance pressure, and wellness. It notes that end-of-year testing increases pressure on students. It discusses the documentary "Race to Nowhere" which argues that overscheduling, overtesting, and an emphasis on short-term results can backfire. It provides tips for parents on supporting students' wellness, including making sure they eat well, get exercise, sleep, and have downtime. It also discusses trends in student drug and alcohol use and the need for balance between academics and other areas of life.
Role of Mother and Father During InfancyNeil Chheda
This document discusses the important roles of parents in promoting healthy development during infancy. It outlines how parent-infant relationships form the basis for social-emotional development and influence emotional well-being later in life. Parents who are consistently sensitive and responsive help infants develop trust and secure attachment. Demand feeding and carrying infants are correlated with secure attachment. Physical care, play, and recruiting help also support infant development and well-being.
This document provides information about sleep deprivation in children and its importance. It discusses how establishing sleep routines and schedules is important before the start of the school year. The document recommends that children aged 6-12 need 10-11 hours of sleep per night. It lists some negative impacts of sleep deprivation in children like moodiness, trouble learning, and behavioral changes. The document encourages parents to evaluate their child's sleep habits and establish consistent wake-up times and bedtimes. Improving children's sleep can help their mental and physical development as well as immune system function.
This document discusses homeopathic approaches to treating childhood illnesses. It provides advice on nursing sick children, such as encouraging rest, comfort, and letting the body heal itself. It notes that fevers are a natural part of the healing process and should not always be suppressed with medication. The document also stresses the importance of parental self-care when nursing a sick child, such as getting rest, help from others, and not feeling the need to be perfect.
The document provides guidance for childcare centers on supporting breastfeeding mothers by educating staff on breastmilk storage guidelines, the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers, babies, and childcare centers, and recommendations for helping working mothers continue breastfeeding including establishing and maintaining milk supply. The goal is to increase support for breastfeeding mothers using childcare so they can continue providing breastmilk for their babies.
The document discusses innovation at Boston Children's Hospital. It describes how the hospital has been a leader in pediatric innovation for nearly 150 years. It highlights several innovative programs and procedures that have helped children, such as using telemedicine to treat home ventilated patients, pioneering gene therapy treatments, customizing heart valves for growing children, and developing new surgical techniques. The innovations were driven by caregivers at the hospital who are constantly striving to improve care for children.
Newborn Care was written for healthcare workers providing special care for newborn infants in level 2 hospitals. It covers: An essential tool in the initial and ongoing training and teaching of any healthcare worker – Miriam Adhikari, South African Journal of Child Health, Primary Newborn Care was written specifically for nurses, midwives and doctors who provide primary care for newborn infants in level 1 clinics and hospitals. It covers: Mother and Baby Friendly Care describes gentler, kinder, evidence-based ways of caring for women during pregnancy, labour and delivery. It also presents improved methods of providing infant care with an emphasis on kangaroo mother care and exclusive breastfeeding. It covers: mother-friendly care in pregnancy, a modern approach to normal labour, skin-to-skin care of infants, encouraging breastfeeding, a baby-friendly nursery.
This document discusses issues related to student stress, performance pressure, and wellness. It notes that end-of-year testing increases pressure on students. It discusses the documentary "Race to Nowhere" which argues that overscheduling, overtesting, and an emphasis on short-term results can backfire. It provides tips for parents on supporting students' wellness, including making sure they eat well, get exercise, sleep, and have downtime. It also discusses trends in student drug and alcohol use and the need for balance between academics and other areas of life.
Role of Mother and Father During InfancyNeil Chheda
This document discusses the important roles of parents in promoting healthy development during infancy. It outlines how parent-infant relationships form the basis for social-emotional development and influence emotional well-being later in life. Parents who are consistently sensitive and responsive help infants develop trust and secure attachment. Demand feeding and carrying infants are correlated with secure attachment. Physical care, play, and recruiting help also support infant development and well-being.
This document provides information about sleep deprivation in children and its importance. It discusses how establishing sleep routines and schedules is important before the start of the school year. The document recommends that children aged 6-12 need 10-11 hours of sleep per night. It lists some negative impacts of sleep deprivation in children like moodiness, trouble learning, and behavioral changes. The document encourages parents to evaluate their child's sleep habits and establish consistent wake-up times and bedtimes. Improving children's sleep can help their mental and physical development as well as immune system function.
This document discusses homeopathic approaches to treating childhood illnesses. It provides advice on nursing sick children, such as encouraging rest, comfort, and letting the body heal itself. It notes that fevers are a natural part of the healing process and should not always be suppressed with medication. The document also stresses the importance of parental self-care when nursing a sick child, such as getting rest, help from others, and not feeling the need to be perfect.
The document provides guidance for childcare centers on supporting breastfeeding mothers by educating staff on breastmilk storage guidelines, the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers, babies, and childcare centers, and recommendations for helping working mothers continue breastfeeding including establishing and maintaining milk supply. The goal is to increase support for breastfeeding mothers using childcare so they can continue providing breastmilk for their babies.
The document discusses innovation at Boston Children's Hospital. It describes how the hospital has been a leader in pediatric innovation for nearly 150 years. It highlights several innovative programs and procedures that have helped children, such as using telemedicine to treat home ventilated patients, pioneering gene therapy treatments, customizing heart valves for growing children, and developing new surgical techniques. The innovations were driven by caregivers at the hospital who are constantly striving to improve care for children.
Newborn Care was written for healthcare workers providing special care for newborn infants in level 2 hospitals. It covers: An essential tool in the initial and ongoing training and teaching of any healthcare worker – Miriam Adhikari, South African Journal of Child Health, Primary Newborn Care was written specifically for nurses, midwives and doctors who provide primary care for newborn infants in level 1 clinics and hospitals. It covers: Mother and Baby Friendly Care describes gentler, kinder, evidence-based ways of caring for women during pregnancy, labour and delivery. It also presents improved methods of providing infant care with an emphasis on kangaroo mother care and exclusive breastfeeding. It covers: mother-friendly care in pregnancy, a modern approach to normal labour, skin-to-skin care of infants, encouraging breastfeeding, a baby-friendly nursery.
The document discusses a new vaccine, Gardasil, that prevents HPV which causes cervical cancer. It was approved by the FDA in June 2006 and recommended for routine use in girls ages 11-12 by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The vaccine prevents 90% of HPV infections and 70% of cervical cancers. It is very safe with minimal side effects and does not contain live viruses. Getting the HPV vaccine can significantly reduce the risk of cervical cancer, but girls should still have regular Pap tests as recommended.
This document discusses different perspectives on relationship marketing presented in recent literature. It summarizes three main approaches: 1) relationship marketing as customer retention, focusing on keeping existing customers; 2) relationship marketing as "locking-in" customers through barriers to exiting relationships; and 3) relationship marketing as database marketing focused on collecting customer data. The document questions these perspectives, arguing that true relationships require mutual care, trust and commitment from both parties, not just one-sided retention or "locking in" of customers. It suggests asking customers directly to understand whether meaningful relationships exist from their perspective.
Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections like the common cold because antibiotics only work on bacterial infections, not viruses. While overuse of antibiotics can lead to increased healthcare costs and antibiotic resistance, taking antibiotics for a viral cold provides no benefit as most colds are caused by viruses. The best approach is to rest and allow the body to fight off the viral infection on its own.
The document discusses creating a customizable newsletter for children's hospitals to connect with parents and support various goals such as branding, fundraising, and physician referrals. It is produced in partnership with NACHRI and Health Ink Communications, and allows hospitals to customize aspects like name, cover photo, doctor quotes, and editorial content. Hospitals can choose their level of customization and benefit from the newsletter's medical review process, design expertise, and integrated online/print marketing opportunities. Producing the newsletter in-house may actually cost more due to necessary editorial, design, and distribution considerations.
Children's epilepsy can be difficult to manage, as some seizure disorders persist for unknown reasons. Surgery may be an option for children whose seizures are not well controlled by multiple medications. At Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, an epilepsy team provides comprehensive care for children undergoing surgery, with the goals of better seizure control, improved quality of life, and optimized development. About 75% of children achieve good seizure control with medications, so finding solutions for the remaining 25% should be aggressively pursued.
This document provides information about managing childhood asthma, getting babies to sleep, helping children cope when a family member has cancer, and the opening of a new primary immunodeficiency center. It discusses how factors like seasonal allergens and irritants can trigger asthma attacks when school starts. It offers tips for parents on helping children with asthma and recommends not stopping medications in the summer. It also discusses challenges with getting babies to sleep and establishing routines. When a loved one has cancer, it stresses the importance of open communication and reassuring children it's not their fault. A new primary immunodeficiency center diagnoses and treats patients with these immune system disorders.
The sports physical exam is important for adolescents and young athletes to screen for potential health issues before participating in athletics. The exam allows time for further evaluation if any problems are detected from the medical history or physical exam. Only about 10% of sports physicals result in a need for further evaluation, and less than 1% of athletes are denied clearance to play. The primary goals are to identify conditions that could result in injury or illness during sports and to ensure athletes are medically ready for physical activity and training.
This document provides an overview of Penn Charter School's capital campaign called Frameworks for the Future. The campaign had three main goals: increasing endowment to support faculty salaries and financial aid, and improving facilities. It surpassed its $40 million goal, raising $47 million total from over 1,500 donors. The increased endowment will help Penn Charter recruit and retain top teachers and enroll qualified students regardless of their family's means. New and renovated facilities include a middle school, science labs, and a performing arts center. The campaign's success positions Penn Charter well for the future.
Brown & Toland sponsored an educational event on common eye diseases in seniors that was attended by nearly 300 people. Physicians from Brown & Toland spoke about glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and the importance of regular eye exams, especially for those with diabetes. Macular degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss in seniors, while glaucoma is the second most common cause. Cataract surgery can successfully treat cataracts. The event aimed to educate seniors and their families on maintaining eye health and preventing vision loss.
2014 06-20 fac visual art and design bandung institute of technology mlMonika Lechner
DEN is a Dutch organization that promotes the digitization and sharing of cultural heritage. The presentation discusses DEN's role in the Dutch digital heritage landscape, defines what constitutes digital heritage, and outlines the evolution of digitization efforts. It also examines standardization, user demand, and future technologies that could impact digital heritage work, such as social media, mobile devices, crowd-sourcing and semantic web technologies.
Quality assurance scheme for offsetting uk gov. 090909-scheme-requirements-...Ioa Kar
This document outlines the UK Government's Quality Assurance Scheme for carbon offsetting. It establishes standards for offset providers, requiring accurate emissions calculations, the use of quality carbon credits (initially Kyoto-compliant credits), cancellation of credits within a year of purchase, transparent pricing, and consumer information about offsetting and emissions reduction. AEA Energy & Environment has been selected to approve offsets that meet these requirements, allowing their use of the Quality Mark to indicate approval. The Scheme aims to increase consumer confidence in offsets by endorsing clear, verifiable offset mechanisms.
Quality of Service Challenges for IP NetworksVideoguy
1) The document discusses implementing desktop video conferencing technology for more effective teaching and learning compared to traditional teaching methods.
2) Video conferencing allows for live connections between groups of people in different locations to communicate and collaborate in real time through sharing of audio, video, and computer applications.
3) The technology discussed would include hardware like cameras, microphones, speakers, and network cards as well as software to enable transmission of video, audio, and data between participants and coordinate the conferencing session.
1) The document discusses two studies that examine how different low-involvement cues (related vs. unrelated) can lead to different degrees of attitude persistence over time.
2) In Study 1, they found that under low-involvement conditions, when a related peripheral cue (e.g. Crest brand) or unrelated cue (e.g. Jerry Seinfeld) initially evoked similar attitudes, only the related cue produced attitude persistence over time.
3) Study 2 replicated this finding using different celebrity cues (Christie Brinkley as related, Joe Montana as unrelated) to increase cue equivalence, and also examined participants' confidence and thought processes.
Este documento es el prefacio de Vargas Vila para la edición definitiva de su obra "El Camino del Triunfo". Vargas Vila describe su vida como un escritor combativo dedicado a sembrar ideas a través de sus más de 50 volúmenes de obras completas. Explica que incluso sus novelas han sido vehículos para combatir a través de sus ideas. Finalmente, afirma que a pesar de los intentos de desprestigiar sus libros, sus ideas han germinado y su número de lectores ha aumentado.
California Pacific's pediatric obesity program will open a new child health center in the Bayview neighborhood to provide specialized care. The center aims to reduce preventable hospitalizations and ensure all children receive necessary care. Nutrition expert Trudy Theiss notes that not all calories are equal - nutrient-rich whole foods are best, while limiting sugar and saturated fats. Monitoring children's diets and encouraging exercise are key to preventing childhood obesity.
This document summarizes the strategic plan of Gulf Stream School for 2007-2013. It lists the board of trustees and mission statement of the school. The strategic plan focuses on several key areas: school identity and culture, academic program, faculty, finance/advancement, and facilities. For each area, it outlines a vision and implementation steps to achieve the goals in that area over the strategic planning period. The overall goal is for Gulf Stream School to continue its tradition of excellence while preparing students for global challenges.
This document provides information about an upcoming issue of the veterinary continuing education journal Compendium, including:
- The cover article will discuss diagnostic approaches for fever of unknown origin.
- Another article will focus on improving adherence to nutrition recommendations by understanding patient behavior assessments.
- An advertisement approves a lymphocyte T-cell immunomodulator as a treatment aid for FeLV/FIV infections and associated symptoms.
This document provides an overview of the Feeding Program at Penn State Children's Hospital. It describes the program's goal of helping children with feeding and nutritional problems. It then highlights the story of Tinalee Cahill, an Irish girl who was unable to eat solid foods or speak and was dependent on a feeding tube. Through the Feeding Program, Tinalee was able to begin eating solid foods again and come off her feeding tube within a month of intensive treatment. The program offers inpatient, outpatient, and home-based services to help children with a variety of feeding issues and get the nutrition they need.
The evolution of marketing theory in the united (2)Menarini
1) The document analyzes the evolution of marketing theory in the United States and Europe based on surveys of marketing academics.
2) It finds that Europeans place a higher importance on marketing theory than Americans and emphasize teaching theory more at the undergraduate and masters levels.
3) While both groups see theory as important, there are disagreements around pursuing a general theory of marketing and challenges of quantifying marketing variables.
Etude PwC/CIO/CSO sur la sécurité de l'information (2014)PwC France
http://bit.ly/Cybersecurite-sept14
Etude mondiale de PwC, CIO et CSO réalisée en ligne du 27 mars 2014 au 25 mai 2014. Les résultats présentés ici sont fondés sur les réponses de plus de 9700 CEO, CFO, CIO, RSSI, les OSC, les vice-présidents et des directeurs de l'information et des pratiques de sécurité de plus de 154 pays.
35 % des répondants sont d'Amérique du Nord, 34 % d'Europe, 14 % d'Asie-Pacifique, 13 % en Amérique du Sud, et 4 % du Moyen-Orient et d’Afrique.
Benefits of breastfeeding to mother and babyAnisa Edmund
The document outlines several benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby. It discusses how breastfeeding boosts the baby's immune system through antibodies and protection from illness. It also forms a lifelong bond between mother and baby. For the mother, breastfeeding helps lose weight faster after pregnancy, protects against diseases like cancer, and provides birth control since it can cause lack of periods. The document emphasizes that breast milk is uniquely suited to each baby's needs and changes based on the baby's health and the mother's diet.
Effect Of An Educational Intervention About Breastfeeding On The Knowledge,Biblioteca Virtual
This study evaluated the impact of an educational intervention on pediatric residents' knowledge, confidence, and clinical behaviors regarding breastfeeding. The residents completed pre- and post-intervention questionnaires to assess knowledge and confidence. Telephone interviews with breastfeeding mothers after clinic visits evaluated residents' clinical behaviors. The results showed that residents' knowledge scores increased significantly after the intervention. Their clinical behaviors when interacting with breastfeeding mothers also improved substantially. The educational intervention was effective in enhancing residents' support of breastfeeding patients.
The document discusses a new vaccine, Gardasil, that prevents HPV which causes cervical cancer. It was approved by the FDA in June 2006 and recommended for routine use in girls ages 11-12 by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The vaccine prevents 90% of HPV infections and 70% of cervical cancers. It is very safe with minimal side effects and does not contain live viruses. Getting the HPV vaccine can significantly reduce the risk of cervical cancer, but girls should still have regular Pap tests as recommended.
This document discusses different perspectives on relationship marketing presented in recent literature. It summarizes three main approaches: 1) relationship marketing as customer retention, focusing on keeping existing customers; 2) relationship marketing as "locking-in" customers through barriers to exiting relationships; and 3) relationship marketing as database marketing focused on collecting customer data. The document questions these perspectives, arguing that true relationships require mutual care, trust and commitment from both parties, not just one-sided retention or "locking in" of customers. It suggests asking customers directly to understand whether meaningful relationships exist from their perspective.
Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections like the common cold because antibiotics only work on bacterial infections, not viruses. While overuse of antibiotics can lead to increased healthcare costs and antibiotic resistance, taking antibiotics for a viral cold provides no benefit as most colds are caused by viruses. The best approach is to rest and allow the body to fight off the viral infection on its own.
The document discusses creating a customizable newsletter for children's hospitals to connect with parents and support various goals such as branding, fundraising, and physician referrals. It is produced in partnership with NACHRI and Health Ink Communications, and allows hospitals to customize aspects like name, cover photo, doctor quotes, and editorial content. Hospitals can choose their level of customization and benefit from the newsletter's medical review process, design expertise, and integrated online/print marketing opportunities. Producing the newsletter in-house may actually cost more due to necessary editorial, design, and distribution considerations.
Children's epilepsy can be difficult to manage, as some seizure disorders persist for unknown reasons. Surgery may be an option for children whose seizures are not well controlled by multiple medications. At Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, an epilepsy team provides comprehensive care for children undergoing surgery, with the goals of better seizure control, improved quality of life, and optimized development. About 75% of children achieve good seizure control with medications, so finding solutions for the remaining 25% should be aggressively pursued.
This document provides information about managing childhood asthma, getting babies to sleep, helping children cope when a family member has cancer, and the opening of a new primary immunodeficiency center. It discusses how factors like seasonal allergens and irritants can trigger asthma attacks when school starts. It offers tips for parents on helping children with asthma and recommends not stopping medications in the summer. It also discusses challenges with getting babies to sleep and establishing routines. When a loved one has cancer, it stresses the importance of open communication and reassuring children it's not their fault. A new primary immunodeficiency center diagnoses and treats patients with these immune system disorders.
The sports physical exam is important for adolescents and young athletes to screen for potential health issues before participating in athletics. The exam allows time for further evaluation if any problems are detected from the medical history or physical exam. Only about 10% of sports physicals result in a need for further evaluation, and less than 1% of athletes are denied clearance to play. The primary goals are to identify conditions that could result in injury or illness during sports and to ensure athletes are medically ready for physical activity and training.
This document provides an overview of Penn Charter School's capital campaign called Frameworks for the Future. The campaign had three main goals: increasing endowment to support faculty salaries and financial aid, and improving facilities. It surpassed its $40 million goal, raising $47 million total from over 1,500 donors. The increased endowment will help Penn Charter recruit and retain top teachers and enroll qualified students regardless of their family's means. New and renovated facilities include a middle school, science labs, and a performing arts center. The campaign's success positions Penn Charter well for the future.
Brown & Toland sponsored an educational event on common eye diseases in seniors that was attended by nearly 300 people. Physicians from Brown & Toland spoke about glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and the importance of regular eye exams, especially for those with diabetes. Macular degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss in seniors, while glaucoma is the second most common cause. Cataract surgery can successfully treat cataracts. The event aimed to educate seniors and their families on maintaining eye health and preventing vision loss.
2014 06-20 fac visual art and design bandung institute of technology mlMonika Lechner
DEN is a Dutch organization that promotes the digitization and sharing of cultural heritage. The presentation discusses DEN's role in the Dutch digital heritage landscape, defines what constitutes digital heritage, and outlines the evolution of digitization efforts. It also examines standardization, user demand, and future technologies that could impact digital heritage work, such as social media, mobile devices, crowd-sourcing and semantic web technologies.
Quality assurance scheme for offsetting uk gov. 090909-scheme-requirements-...Ioa Kar
This document outlines the UK Government's Quality Assurance Scheme for carbon offsetting. It establishes standards for offset providers, requiring accurate emissions calculations, the use of quality carbon credits (initially Kyoto-compliant credits), cancellation of credits within a year of purchase, transparent pricing, and consumer information about offsetting and emissions reduction. AEA Energy & Environment has been selected to approve offsets that meet these requirements, allowing their use of the Quality Mark to indicate approval. The Scheme aims to increase consumer confidence in offsets by endorsing clear, verifiable offset mechanisms.
Quality of Service Challenges for IP NetworksVideoguy
1) The document discusses implementing desktop video conferencing technology for more effective teaching and learning compared to traditional teaching methods.
2) Video conferencing allows for live connections between groups of people in different locations to communicate and collaborate in real time through sharing of audio, video, and computer applications.
3) The technology discussed would include hardware like cameras, microphones, speakers, and network cards as well as software to enable transmission of video, audio, and data between participants and coordinate the conferencing session.
1) The document discusses two studies that examine how different low-involvement cues (related vs. unrelated) can lead to different degrees of attitude persistence over time.
2) In Study 1, they found that under low-involvement conditions, when a related peripheral cue (e.g. Crest brand) or unrelated cue (e.g. Jerry Seinfeld) initially evoked similar attitudes, only the related cue produced attitude persistence over time.
3) Study 2 replicated this finding using different celebrity cues (Christie Brinkley as related, Joe Montana as unrelated) to increase cue equivalence, and also examined participants' confidence and thought processes.
Este documento es el prefacio de Vargas Vila para la edición definitiva de su obra "El Camino del Triunfo". Vargas Vila describe su vida como un escritor combativo dedicado a sembrar ideas a través de sus más de 50 volúmenes de obras completas. Explica que incluso sus novelas han sido vehículos para combatir a través de sus ideas. Finalmente, afirma que a pesar de los intentos de desprestigiar sus libros, sus ideas han germinado y su número de lectores ha aumentado.
California Pacific's pediatric obesity program will open a new child health center in the Bayview neighborhood to provide specialized care. The center aims to reduce preventable hospitalizations and ensure all children receive necessary care. Nutrition expert Trudy Theiss notes that not all calories are equal - nutrient-rich whole foods are best, while limiting sugar and saturated fats. Monitoring children's diets and encouraging exercise are key to preventing childhood obesity.
This document summarizes the strategic plan of Gulf Stream School for 2007-2013. It lists the board of trustees and mission statement of the school. The strategic plan focuses on several key areas: school identity and culture, academic program, faculty, finance/advancement, and facilities. For each area, it outlines a vision and implementation steps to achieve the goals in that area over the strategic planning period. The overall goal is for Gulf Stream School to continue its tradition of excellence while preparing students for global challenges.
This document provides information about an upcoming issue of the veterinary continuing education journal Compendium, including:
- The cover article will discuss diagnostic approaches for fever of unknown origin.
- Another article will focus on improving adherence to nutrition recommendations by understanding patient behavior assessments.
- An advertisement approves a lymphocyte T-cell immunomodulator as a treatment aid for FeLV/FIV infections and associated symptoms.
This document provides an overview of the Feeding Program at Penn State Children's Hospital. It describes the program's goal of helping children with feeding and nutritional problems. It then highlights the story of Tinalee Cahill, an Irish girl who was unable to eat solid foods or speak and was dependent on a feeding tube. Through the Feeding Program, Tinalee was able to begin eating solid foods again and come off her feeding tube within a month of intensive treatment. The program offers inpatient, outpatient, and home-based services to help children with a variety of feeding issues and get the nutrition they need.
The evolution of marketing theory in the united (2)Menarini
1) The document analyzes the evolution of marketing theory in the United States and Europe based on surveys of marketing academics.
2) It finds that Europeans place a higher importance on marketing theory than Americans and emphasize teaching theory more at the undergraduate and masters levels.
3) While both groups see theory as important, there are disagreements around pursuing a general theory of marketing and challenges of quantifying marketing variables.
Etude PwC/CIO/CSO sur la sécurité de l'information (2014)PwC France
http://bit.ly/Cybersecurite-sept14
Etude mondiale de PwC, CIO et CSO réalisée en ligne du 27 mars 2014 au 25 mai 2014. Les résultats présentés ici sont fondés sur les réponses de plus de 9700 CEO, CFO, CIO, RSSI, les OSC, les vice-présidents et des directeurs de l'information et des pratiques de sécurité de plus de 154 pays.
35 % des répondants sont d'Amérique du Nord, 34 % d'Europe, 14 % d'Asie-Pacifique, 13 % en Amérique du Sud, et 4 % du Moyen-Orient et d’Afrique.
Benefits of breastfeeding to mother and babyAnisa Edmund
The document outlines several benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby. It discusses how breastfeeding boosts the baby's immune system through antibodies and protection from illness. It also forms a lifelong bond between mother and baby. For the mother, breastfeeding helps lose weight faster after pregnancy, protects against diseases like cancer, and provides birth control since it can cause lack of periods. The document emphasizes that breast milk is uniquely suited to each baby's needs and changes based on the baby's health and the mother's diet.
Effect Of An Educational Intervention About Breastfeeding On The Knowledge,Biblioteca Virtual
This study evaluated the impact of an educational intervention on pediatric residents' knowledge, confidence, and clinical behaviors regarding breastfeeding. The residents completed pre- and post-intervention questionnaires to assess knowledge and confidence. Telephone interviews with breastfeeding mothers after clinic visits evaluated residents' clinical behaviors. The results showed that residents' knowledge scores increased significantly after the intervention. Their clinical behaviors when interacting with breastfeeding mothers also improved substantially. The educational intervention was effective in enhancing residents' support of breastfeeding patients.
Vita d supple breatfed infants pediatrics 2010Alison Stevens
This document summarizes a study examining the use of supplemental vitamin D among infants who were breastfed for prolonged periods. The study found that only 15.9% of infants who were predominantly breastfed for at least 6 months received supplemental vitamin D. Use of vitamin D was significantly associated with parental agreement that their pediatrician recommended supplementation and disagreement that breast milk contains all needed nutrition. While 36.4% of pediatricians recommended vitamin D for all breastfed infants, only 44.6% of parents of predominantly breastfed infants whose doctor recommended vitamin D actually gave the supplementation to their child. Educational efforts are needed to increase compliance with vitamin D supplementation guidelines among both physicians and parents.
Vita D Supple Breatfed Infants Pediatrics 2010alisonegypt
This document summarizes a study examining the use of supplemental vitamin D among infants who were breastfed for prolonged periods. The study found that among infants who were predominantly breastfed for at least 6 months, the rate of receiving supplemental vitamin D was only 15.9%. Parental decisions about vitamin D supplementation were significantly associated with whether the parent agreed their pediatrician recommended it and whether they believed breast milk contains all needed nutrition. Educational efforts are needed to increase compliance with guidelines recommending all breastfed infants receive vitamin D supplementation.
Association Of Breastfeeding Intensity And Bottle Emptying Behaviors At Early...Biblioteca Virtual
This study examined the relationship between breastfeeding intensity, bottle emptying behaviors, and risk of excess weight in infants. The study found:
1) Infants who were breastfed at low (20% of milk feeds) or medium (20-80% of milk feeds) intensities in early infancy were over twice as likely to have excess weight in late infancy compared to infants breastfed at high (80% of milk feeds) intensities.
2) Infants who often emptied bottles in early infancy were 69% more likely to have excess weight in late infancy than infants who rarely emptied bottles.
3) Mothers' encouragement of bottle emptying was negatively associated with infants' risk of
Compared With Cot Sleeping In The Home Setting Differences In Infant And Pare...Biblioteca Virtual
This study observed differences in infant and parent behaviors during bed sharing compared to cot sleeping in the home. 40 bed-sharing infant-parent pairs were matched with 40 cot-sleeping pairs and their overnight behaviors were video recorded. The study found that while total sleep time was similar, bed-sharing infants slept in the side position more and cot-sleeping infants slept supine more. Bed-sharing infants experienced more parental touching, looking, and breastfeeding but also more head covering. Whether increased head covering and side sleeping during bed-sharing increases SIDS risk requires further research.
This document is an excerpt from a magazine about pregnancy, babies, and parenting. It provides short articles on topics like baby products, parenting advice, health studies, and name trends. It also advertises various baby items and brands. The magazine seems aimed at expecting and new mothers in Ireland, providing the latest information and tips to help them through pregnancy and early parenting.
Final research paper written for Introduction to Child Development in fall 2019. This paper discusses the benefits of breastfeeding for the child and the mother.
Vita D Perrine Cg Ea At Adherence To Vit D Recommendations Among Us Infants P...alisonegypt
This study examined adherence to vitamin D recommendations among US infants using data from the Infant Feeding Practices Study II from 2005-2007. The researchers estimated the percentage of infants meeting the 2003 and 2008 vitamin D recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics at various ages from 1 to 10.5 months. They found that use of oral vitamin D supplements was low, ranging from 1% to 13% regardless of whether infants were breastfed, formula-fed, or mixed-fed. Most infants did not consume adequate amounts of vitamin D according to the 2008 recommendation, suggesting pediatricians should encourage vitamin D supplementation for breastfed and partially breastfed infants.
Infant Sleep Safety: Understanding Risks and Exploring Safety MeasuresAngel Eyes
Presentation for parents and caregivers to promote safe sleep for infants, to reduce the risk of sudden infant death. Based on Safe to Sleep® information and guidelines put forth by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
2 physiology and benefits of bf, risk of artificial feeding230113Varsha Shah
Here are the answers to the true/false and multiple choice questions:
1. True
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False
6. e. Tonsillitis
7. e. Infertility
8. c. Higher cost to feed a lactating mother
9. f. No free sponsorship from pharma, samples of formula and less earnings for hospital
10. d. Mother can do house works, can take care of sibling and save money
11. c. Causes high incidence of jaundice
12. e. All of the above
13. a. Exclusive breast feeding till 6 month
Exclusive Breastfeeding Reduces Acute Respiratory Infection And DiarrheaBiblioteca Virtual
This study examined the relationship between breastfeeding practices and infant mortality in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The researchers followed over 1600 infants from birth to 12 months. They found that exclusive breastfeeding declined from 53% at 1 month to 5% at 6 months. Partial or no breastfeeding was associated with a 2-3 times higher risk of infant death from all causes, acute respiratory infection (ARI), and diarrhea compared to exclusive breastfeeding. The study suggests that exclusive breastfeeding in early infancy reduces infant mortality, particularly from ARI and diarrhea.
The document discusses co-sleeping practices and safe sleep guidelines. Co-sleeping involves placing an infant in the same bed as parents or caregivers and has been practiced for thousands of years. While co-sleeping provides benefits like easier breastfeeding and positive bonding, it also carries risks. Safe sleep guidelines recommend placing babies alone on their backs in a crib, bassinet or playpen to sleep. Between 2012-2013 in Tidewater, Virginia, 46 infant deaths occurred, mostly due to sudden unexplained infant death syndrome (SUIDS). The document provides additional resources on co-sleeping safety.
Mother and Baby Friendly Care: Baby friendly careSaide OER Africa
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1. Summer 2006
Playing It Safe for More Summer Fun
Preventing burns, bugs and boo-boos ■ An interview with David Tejeda, M.D., pediatrician
★
E
ach summer brings an influx of children’s injuries
to the pediatrician’s office and hospital emer- ALL AGES
gency rooms. While many of these injuries
occur while boating, swimming, bicycling or skate-
boarding; others come from burns caused by barbecues
and fireworks. Parents can avoid having these hazards
ruin their children’s summer vacation by educating them- INSIDE:
selves about the potential dangers of common activities. 2 Kids and fiber
3 Treating a
Water safety child’s allergies
“Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional death from
4 Kindergarten
injury among young people,” says David Tejeda, M.D., medi- readiness
cal director of Ambulatory Pediatrics at California Pacific
5 Sports physicals
Medical Center. “Whenever you are in or near the water,
you should supervise young children at all times, especially if 6 Car trips with
they are non-swimmers. It is imperative to enclose outdoor pools children
within a locked fence. Using flotation devices is fine, but you 7 Infant massage
should never rely solely on them to protect a child from therapy
drowning. No one, not even an adult, should ever swim alone.
Dr. Tejeda also suggests making sure the water is deep
enough when your children are diving — especially in
lakes or rivers where the bottom cannot be seen. “It’s
also important to have your children wear life pre-
servers while waterskiing, boating or rafting,” he adds.
“And, of course, you need to watch out for the undertow
when swimming at the beach.”
Sun exposure
“Sunburns are not only very painful, but also can lead
to the development of skin cancer in later years,” Dr. Tejeda
notes. “To protect your child, you should apply sunscreen
continued on page 5
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2. Women & Children’s Campus
Planned for Early 2007
Our family-centered facility is growing. ■ by David Tejeda, M.D., medical director,
Ambulatory Pediatrics, and Oded Herbsman, M.D., medical director, Pediatric Unit
C alifornia Pacific Medical Center has started
renovations to its facility at 3700 California St.
in anticipation of our new Women & Children’s
first Pediatric Emergency Room in San
Francisco. This Emergency Room is
something our pediatricians are very
excited about, as care will be tailored to
Campus, which will open in early 2007. At this time, the specific needs of children and their
families. Many other renovations are
all pediatric and obstetric care will be in one loca- occurring throughout our current facility,
tion, in the Laurel Heights area of San Francisco. resulting in an improved environment
that best serves both our maternity and
Construction has already occurred to pediatric patients.
expand the Medical Center’s Neonatal We will keep you informed about the
Intensive Care Unit (NICU) by 10 beds. new Women & Children’s Campus at
In June 2006, this new unit opened California Pacific in future issues of this
with 36 newborn intensive care beds. newsletter. We look forward to growing
With the new Women & Children’s with you and providing the compassionate,
Campus, California Pacific will have the family-centered care that you expect. ★
The Doctor Is In ★
TODDLERS
Your questions about child health answered ■ by Brock Bernsten, M.D., pediatrician
Q: What is a sufficient amount of
fiber that a 3-year-old should
get? If a child doesn’t like eating vegeta-
fruits also are a good source of fiber as
well. If a child won’t eat vegetables, you
may want to consider a children’s multi-
bles, are there any supplements you’d vitamin as a supplement. ★
recommend for that age group?
To Learn More High Fiber Foods
If you have a child’s health
A: The American Academy of Pedi-
atrics (AAP) recommends that a
child’s fiber consumption (in grams) be
Food Grams of Fiber
question that you want Fruits
equivalent to the child’s age plus 5. In this
addressed in a future Pear with skin 4.6
case, a 3-year-old would require 8 grams
Raspberries (1 cup) 5.1
issue of HealthyKids, of fiber per day, and a 7-year-old would
Vegetables
e-mail it to us at: require 12 grams per day. These recom- Good sources of fiber
Broccoli (1 stalk) 5.0
bosquejp@sutterhealth.org, mendations start at age 2. Good sources for kids who do not
Carrots (1 cup) 4.6
of fiber for kids who do not enjoy veg- enjoy vegetables include
or visit www.cpmc.org/ Beans (cooked)
etables include multigrain breads, oat
pediatrics. Due to space Kidney beans (1/2 cup) 7.4 oat cereals.
cereals (such as Cheerios), refried beans,
limitations, we cannot Lima beans (1/2 cup) 2.6
some energy bars and popcorn for chil-
Whole Grains
guarantee that all questions dren older than age 3. Children who
Whole-wheat cereal (1 cup flakes) 3.0
will be answered. don’t like vegetables may eat them in
Whole-wheat bread (1 slice) 1.7
soups, on pizza or in pasta. Unpeeled
Source: AAP
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3. Allergies: How to Spot Them,
How to Treat Them
Differentiating between a summer cold and allergies ■ An interview with
Russell Leong, M.D., allergist
I ★
f your child is sneezing and has a runny which is characterized
nose and watery eyes, how do you know by difficulty in breath-
ALL AGES
ing or swallowing,
whether it’s a summer cold or allergies? swelling of the lips or
Although colds and respiratory aller- tongue, and perhaps
gies can produce similar symptoms, dizziness or fainting.
colds are more prevalent during fall and If your child shows any
winter months and generally last only of those symptoms,
one or two weeks. Allergies are more it is imperative to seek
common in the spring and summer and immediate medical
can last longer — as long as your child help.”
is exposed to whatever is causing the “The three forms
allergic reaction. of treatment (see below)
“Allergies are reactions of the body’s are not mutually
Russel Leong, M.D., immune system to various organic pro- exclusive,” Dr. Leong
allergist teins called allergens,”says Russell observes. “Immuno-
Leong, M.D., an allergist at California therapy, although a
“
Allergies are more
Pacific Medical Center. “The immune time-consuming process, works well for
Treatment for common in the spring
system overreacts and produces anti- long-range relief. If your child suffers
bodies to ‘attack’ the allergens. Many chil- from severe allergies — including and summer and can
allergies includes
dren suffer from seasonal respiratory systemic reactions to bee stings — you last as long as your
avoidance child is exposed to
allergies caused by pollen from plants. may consult an allergist about therapy
of allergens, Those seasonal allergies often are com- that may include immunotherapy or whatever is causing
medications to pounded by reactions to perennial aller- desensitization injections.” ★ the allergic reaction.
ease symptoms, gens such as dust mites, molds and pet
dander. One way to determine whether
and immuno- Allergy Treatments
your child’s symptoms are due to aller-
therapy to reduce gies is to conduct skin or blood tests to
sensitivity. determine whether there are specific
antibodies to specific allergens.” Treatment for allergies falls into three general categories:
” Dr. Leong notes that the tendency
to develop allergies often is inherited,
Avoidance. Avoid contact with the specific
substance causing the allergic reaction.
so children whose parents have allergies
Medications. Antihistamines, decongestants
have a higher likelihood of being allergic.
In addition to respiratory allergies caused and nasal sprays can provide effective
by airborne “environmental” allergens, treatment. Anti-inflammatory drugs and
many children also have allergic reactions bronchodilators may be used for asthma.
to various foods, chemicals, medicines, Epinephrine, delivered by injection, is used to
or insect bites and stings. treat anaphylaxis or severe allergic reactions.
“Allergies produce multiple symp-
Immunotherapy. A series of injections of
toms, including itchy eyes and nose,
hives or rashes, sneezing or wheezing, small amounts of allergen, in gradually
nausea, diarrhea and, rarely, vomiting,” increasing doses, allows the body to build up
Dr. Leong says. “In rare cases, a severe a tolerance over time.
allergic reaction may cause anaphylaxis,
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4. Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Age isn’t always an indicator of readiness ■ An interview with Suzanne Giraudo, Ed.D.,
director, Child Development Center at California Pacific Medical Center
★AGES 4-6
I n California, children must be 5 years old on or Proficiency in dressing, including put-
ting on shoes, zipping zippers and
before Dec. 2 of the school year to be eligible for putting on a coat and buttoning it
kindergarten. But just because your child is old
Social skills
enough, does that mean he or she is really ready? Ability to obey rules
“Parents need to look at their children’s Willingness to share
developmental age, rather than chrono- Capacity to work and play in a group
logical age, when determining whether or Command of language skills sufficient
not they are prepared for kindergarten,” to communicate well with others
says Suzanne Giraudo, Ed.D., director
of the Child Development Center at Attention span
California Pacific Medical Center. Ability to listen to someone reading a
“You can have two 5-year-olds, born 15-minute story from start to finish
on the same day, and one is ready while
the other is not,” she explains. "Kids
Capable of sitting in a chair for 20 to
25 minutes at a time
“
If you push your
develop at their own pace. Some chil- Willingness and ability to attend to child too hard
dren may be academically precocious, teacher instructions
in kindergarten,
Dr. Giraudo suggests yet lack the social skills necessary for
kindergarten. Others may be adept at Fine-motor skills you may
that parents evaluate
a checklist of various
social skills but haven’t mastered the Facility with pencils and crayons encounter
fine-motor skills required. It is often the Adept at using scissors behavioral or
kindergarten-
case that boys, especially, may not be
readiness skills educational
quite ready for school at age 5.” Pre-academic proficiency
before sending their Ability to recite the alphabet and problems in
child to school. Kindergarten readiness skills recognize letters later years.
Dr. Giraudo suggests that parents Ability to count and recognize
evaluate a checklist of various
kindergarten-readiness skills:
numbers
Familiarity with shapes and colors
”
Suzanne Giraudo,
Indication of interest in books and Ed.D., director of the
Self-care reading Child Development
Ability to use the bathroom unaided Competence in listening to and Center
and mastery of bladder control following instructions
“It’s a good idea for parents to visit
the school and observe kindergarten
classroom activities to see if their child
will be able to handle the demands,”
Dr. Giraudo notes. “If your child can
already read, but can’t sit still, you
might want to consider other means of
educational enrichment.
“If you push your child too hard in
kindergarten, you may encounter
behavioral or educational problems in
later years,” she adds. “The best thing
you can do if your children are not
ready for kindergarten is give them the
gift of time — wait another year before
enrolling them in school.” ★
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5. Playing It Safe continued from page 1
with an SPF of 15 or above about 15 to
20 minutes before going outdoors. It is
important that any sunscreen protect
against both UVA and UVB rays, and be
reapplied at least every two hours and
after swimming.” Since kids younger
than 6 months of age should not wear
sunscreen, alternatives such as long-
sleeved white shirts, a hat with a visor
or brim and avoidance of direct sunlight
Sports Physicals: ★
can provide adequate protection.
AGES 4-6 Fire safety
“Summer campfires and barbecues
A Winning Game Plan are frequent sources of burn injuries, so
it’s important to keep small children
away from all sources of fire, including
matches, lighters and hot barbecue
Medical exam helps ensure children are ready for athletics ■ An interview grills,” Dr. Tejeda warns. “Remember,
with Robert Langston, M.D., pediatrician, California Pacific Medical Center too, that fireworks are not only illegal,
but also very dangerous. Be sure your
N ews headlines about the sudden collapse of a young athlete children attend only professionally
managed fireworks displays.”
on the playing field are enough to strike fear into the heart
of any parent whose child participates in recreational athletics.
Fortunately, the incidence of major the heart, checking blood pressure
injuries, sudden collapse or death and pulse, evaluating muscle mass
among young athletes is extremely and flexibility, assessing all the joints
low. Nevertheless, a pre-participation for strength and range of motion, and
sports physical exam is a good idea testing for vision or hearing prob-
to help determine whether it’s safe lems,” Dr. Langston explains.
for your child to participate in a sport. “It’s also important to consider Biking and skating safety
“A sports physical can help ascer- the child’s physical and emotional “Wearing a helmet is the single most
tain whether or not a child has any maturity to make sure the sport is important safety factor in bicycling and
particular health problems that would appropriate for the child’s level of skating, because severe head injuries —
preclude participation in various sports development. Young boys who want although not common — can be deadly,”
activities,”says Robert Langston, M.D., to play football, for example, may not Dr. Tejeda warns. “Another word of
a pediatrician at California Pacific have sufficiently developed muscles advice is to make sure your children fol-
Medical Center. and joints for a high-contact sport. low the rules of the road, such as riding
Dr. Langston notes that the doctor Likewise, behavioral immaturity may on the right side of the street and mak-
should ask detailed questions about impinge on the child’s ability to par- ing a complete stop at stop signs and
your child’s medical history, including: ticipate in group activities,” he says. stoplights. Finally, remind your children
Previous injuries Children with chronic health prob- that people driving cars often have trou-
Chronic conditions such as asthma lems such as obesity, diabetes, asthma ble seeing bicycle riders and skaters. My
or diabetes or heart conditions require special brother once cautioned me to look out
Congenital heart problems attention and may be referred to a spe- for cars at intersections, rather than just
History of fainting, especially if cialist for further evaluation, Dr. Lang- watching for the light to turn green. It’s
during or shortly after exercise ston says.“Their health problems may not the light that’s going to hit you.”
Family history of cardiovascular not preclude all sports activities,” he By paying attention to these potential
disease, unexplained sudden death adds.“For example, the physician might hazards, you and your children can
or fainting during or shortly after recommend swimming — as opposed enjoy the pleasures of summer without
exercise. to a contact sport — for a child who the worry of injuries. If you have further
“The physician also should perform has exercise-induced asthma or who is questions, please talk to your pediatri-
a thorough physical exam, listening to seriously overweight.” ★ cian about these and other safety tips. ★
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6. Traveling With the Tots
Planning and preparedness help ease family trips ■ By Colleen Panina, M.D., pediatric hospitalist
★AGES 2-8
W hether traveling to the beach or mountains,
we have all experienced the thrill and agony
of traveling with children. Phrases such as, “Are we
there yet?” or “I’m bored” seem to reverberate in If the seat belt does
not fit your child
parents’ ears until the destination is reached.
correctly, he should
To make your travel experience more
safe and enjoyable, the American Academy stay in a booster seat
of Pediatrics (AAP) offers tips for parents. or a forward-facing
The bottom line is that good planning safety seat until the
and preparedness can make a great trip. adult seat belt fits.
Packing essentials Remember, seat belts are made for
Before the trip, plan on packing fun adults. If the seat belt does not fit
snacks, rounding up favorite “comfort your child correctly, he should stay
objects” and mapping out mandatory in a booster seat or a forward-facing
Colleen Panina, M.D., stops to stretch legs and smooth fraz- safety seat until the adult seat belt fits.
pediatric hospitalist
zled nerves. This is usually when the child reaches
Pack a bag stocked with essentials: about 4 feet 9 inches in height and is
“
Set a good extra absorbent diapers, wipes, “com-
fort objects” (blanket, stuffed animals,
from 8 to 12 years of age.
The AAP and the Federal Aviation
example — pacifiers), change of clothing for child Administration (FAA) now recom-
always wear your and an extra shirt for parent in case mend that all passengers have their
own seat belt. of spills. own seat on an airplane. For safest
Provide toys, stickers and books to travel, a child less than 2 years old
Help your child
entertain the kids, as well as a wrapped should no longer sit on an adult’s lap
form a lifelong surprise gift or two. A portable DVD but be restrained in her own car safety
habit of player can work wonders. seat on the airplane.
buckling up. Dried fruit, such as apricots or banana Set a good example — always wear
chips, travels well. Mandarin oranges your own seat belt. Help your child
” are also small, tasty and easy to carry.
Pita bread makes a delicious snack.
form a lifelong habit of buckling up. ★
And because it’s already flat, it can’t
Other Resources for Travel Safety Tips:
squish.
Travel safety tips www.cdc.gov/travel/child_travel.htm — This Web site
Safety during the trip is essential. provides information about vaccine recommendations for inter-
Your child’s safety seat should be prop- national travel, management of travelers’ diarrhea and insect
erly secured and be comfortable.
protection, and provides a health kit for the pregnant traveler
The safest place for all children to ride
(see the CDC’s Yellow Book mentioned on the site).
is the backseat.
All infants should ride rear-facing www.aap.org/advocacy/releases/summertips.htm — The
until they have reached at least 1 year AAP outlines policy statements ranging from lawn mower and
of age and weigh at least 20 pounds. firework safety to boating safety.
That means if your baby reaches www.faa.gov/passengers or 800-FAA-SURE — The FAA
20 pounds before her first birthday, provides information about air travel with children, including
she should remain rear-facing until possible discounts available for parents traveling with children
she turns 1 year old. under 2 years of age.
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7. Massage Therapy Soothes ★INFANTS
Newborns and Infants
It’s relaxing for parents and babies alike ■ An interview with Cherry Jones, M.F.T.
C hances are you’ve enjoyed the benefits of
therapeutic massage. The soothing strokes
ease your tensions and promote a sense of inner
calm. Now, through classes offered by Newborn
Connections at California Pacific Medical
Center, you can learn how to give
your baby that same blissful experience.
“Massage allows parents and their
babies to slow down, relax and enjoy
the bonding experience,” says Cherry
Jones, a marriage and family therapist
who also is certified in infant massage.
“Research on infant massage indicates
it lowers the baby’s level of the stress
Massage Classes
Newborn Massage
(up to five weeks old)
One-time class session held first
Monday of every month
10:30 a.m.–noon
Infant Massage
“
Massage allows (six weeks to 10 months) hormone cortisol and enhances the
level of the calming hormone oxytocin.
Research on infant
One-time class session held second
parents and their Massage also has physical benefits for massage indicates it
Sunday of every month, lowers the baby’s
babies to slow babies — muscle stimulation and devel-
2:30–4 p.m. opment of both soft tissues and the level of the stress
down, relax and
All classes are at the California brain. In addition, massage helps babies hormone cortisol
enjoy the bond- Campus of California Pacific Medical with digestive problems such as gas or and enhances the
ing experience. Center. Classes are open to mothers, colic and may bolster the immune
level of the calming
system.”
”
Cherry Jones,
fathers and other family members, as
well as expectant women and their
Newborn Connections’ classes pro-
vide hands-on instruction in proper
hormone oxytocin.
infant massage partners. The $50 class fee covers the techniques for newborn and infant
instructor, Newborn entire family. Pre-registration is required. massage. “Parents learn how to under-
Connections
For more information or a class schedule stand their babies’ tolerance for varying
and registration form, call Newborn levels of simulation,” Jones explains. “It
Connections at 415-600-2229. also helps relieve new parents’ anxieties
and relaxes them, as well!” ★
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