Mono: Think Twice Before Smooching or Sharing Your Cup
Spring break and prom season are around the corner, which is what got me thinking about the topic of infectious mononucleosis, otherwise known as mono or the “Kissing Disease.” The reason why these...
View ArticleLearning from Mistakes Helps Your Child Develop and Grow
As parents, we wish for our kids to thrive and be independent, successful adults. Did you know that one of the factors interfering with that wish is being overly involved, also known as, “helicopter...
View ArticleHealth Care Coverage and College: What Parents Should Know
Your child received their acceptance letters for college and has most likely decided on where they want to attend, so you think the major worry is over. Yet, there are so many discussions that need to...
View ArticleOur Nurse Bloggers Share Their Favorite Summer Recipes
With Memorial Day marking the unofficial first day of summer, it’s natural to start thinking about family picnics, parties and fun vacations. The nurses and staff at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles are...
View ArticleOur Nurse Bloggers Share Their Favorite Winter Recipes
The chill in the air may stir an appetite for a comforting, healthy and tasty meal. Some of the RN Remedies nurse bloggers share their favorite winter recipes for you and your family to enjoy and...
View ArticleHappy Holidays from our Nurse Bloggers
This past week the RN Remedies bloggers sat down to a delicious and wholesome lunch to celebrate the holidays. It was a fun and meaningful time because the bloggers work in different areas of...
View ArticleHoliday Gift Ideas from our RN Remedies Bloggers
Print Me! A number of emails from retailers, online “gift guides” and holiday sales and deals at this time of year can be overwhelming. There are so many gift ideas for children. But how do you know...
View ArticleChoking: Knowing the Signs and What to Do
Every five days, one child will die from choking in the United States. Choking is the fourth leading cause of death in children under five years of age. For parents, these are pretty scary...
View ArticleDiscussing Menstruation with Your Daughter: What’s a Period?
In my last post, “Talking to Your Daughter About Puberty,” I presented tips for parents about how to broach the subject of puberty with their daughters. These included helpful hints for how to...
View ArticleTalking to Your Daughter About Puberty
Luckily, it’s not necessary for parents to give a full anatomy class. When girls are as young as 8, just hearing the terminology is a good way to start. Parents of young girls face the all-important...
View ArticleTeens & Texting: Setting Boundaries
When it comes to the health and academic success of your teenager, parents can provide kids with choices but a limited menu of choices. In a previous post (Teens & Texting: What Parents Need to...
View ArticleTeens & Texting: What Parents Need to Know
In my experience as nurse, I’ve seen, firsthand, the health risks associated with teens text messaging too frequently. While it may be intimidating at first, just remember that texting is simply...
View ArticleWhen Should I Introduce a Baby Blanket?
RN Remedies Q&A with Kelli Anderson, RN, BSN, RN III A READER ASKS… ”When do you introduce a blanket (including size, material and style) to your child’s crib?” My son is 18-months old and I have...
View ArticleA Call to Moms: Throw Away Your Infant Sleep Positioners
I have some “big news” to share with new moms. The Food and Drug Administration and (FDA) and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued a warning to parents and caregivers to stop...
View ArticleOur Nurse Bloggers Share Their Favorite Winter Recipes
The chill in the air may stir an appetite for a comforting, healthy and tasty meal. Some of the RN Remedies nurse bloggers share their favorite winter recipes for you and your family to enjoy and...
View ArticleHappy Holidays from our Nurse Bloggers
This past week the RN Remedies bloggers sat down to a delicious and wholesome lunch to celebrate the holidays. It was a fun and meaningful time because the bloggers work in different areas of...
View ArticleHoliday Gift Ideas from our RN Remedies Bloggers
Print Me! A number of emails from retailers, online “gift guides” and holiday sales and deals at this time of year can be overwhelming. There are so many gift ideas for children. But how do you know...
View ArticleChoking: Knowing the Signs and What to Do
Every five days, one child will die from choking in the United States. Choking is the fourth leading cause of death in children under five years of age. For parents, these are pretty scary...
View ArticleDiscussing Menstruation with Your Daughter: What’s a Period?
In my last post, “Talking to Your Daughter About Puberty,” I presented tips for parents about how to broach the subject of puberty with their daughters. These included helpful hints for how to...
View ArticleTalking to Your Daughter About Puberty
Luckily, it’s not necessary for parents to give a full anatomy class. When girls are as young as 8, just hearing the terminology is a good way to start. Parents of young girls face the all-important...
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