Quantcast
Channel: We Treat Kids Better » Kelli Anderson, RN
Browsing index pages (24 articles)
↧

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Learning 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Health 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Our 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Our 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Happy 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Holiday 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Choking: 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Discussing 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Talking 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Teens & 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Teens & 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

When 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

A 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Our 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Happy 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Holiday 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 Article


Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Choking: 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Discussing 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 Article

Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.

Talking 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 Article
Browsing index pages (24 articles)


Latest Images