Screen Time

26 Jul Protecting Children’s Skin in the Summer Sun: Tips for Sun Safety

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Child Safety, Eating Habits, General Health, Pediatrics, Screen Time by Continuum Pediatrics

The summer season brings plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun and adventure for children. However, it's essential to prioritize sun safety to protect their delicate skin from the harmful effects of the sun's rays. In this blog post, we'll share valuable tips for keeping your...

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12 Jul Digital Detox: Balancing Screen Time and Outdoor Play for Kids

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Screen Time, Sleep, Sports, Stress, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

In today's digital age, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, screens offer endless sources of entertainment and information. While technology has its benefits, it's important to find a healthy balance between screen time...

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24 May The Link Between Sleep and Children’s Health

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, New Parents, Newborn Care, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Screen Time, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

Getting enough quality sleep is crucial for children's overall health and development. In this blog post, we will explore the link between sleep and children's health and discuss how parents can help their children establish healthy sleep habits. Sleep and Children's Health Sleep plays a vital role...

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15 May The Importance of Play in Child Development

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Child Development, General Health, Pediatrics, Screen Time by Continuum Pediatrics

At Continuum Pediatrics, we believe that play is an essential part of a child's development. Play allows children to explore the world around them, develop social skills, and build physical and cognitive abilities. In this blog post, we'll discuss the importance of play in child...

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07 Mar The Connection Between Screen Time and Children’s Health

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Screen Time, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

In today's digital age, screens are everywhere. Children have access to screens at home, at school, and even in the palm of their hands. While screens can be useful tools for learning and entertainment, excessive screen time can have negative effects on children's health. Here's...

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27 Jul Tips to Avoid Heat-Related Illness

Posted at 14:23h in Child Care, Child Safety, Flu, Screen Time by Continuum Pediatrics

We all love summer, as it brings with it a golden sun and lush greenery. However, due to global warming, weather conditions are changing drastically, and summers are getting even hotter. Now, we're facing severely hot days that can lead to heat-related illnesses. Therefore, it's...

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04 May Why Should Your Child Get a Well-Child Check?

Posted at 03:02h in Babies, Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Exams, Physical Health, Screen Time by Continuum Pediatrics

Many times, children will only make a visit to their pediatrician when they are very sick or need one of their vaccinations. However, this shouldn’t be the only time that parents take their child to the doctor. There are visits known as well-child checks that...

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04 May Tips For Applying Sunscreen to Children

Posted at 02:57h in Allergies, Child Care, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Screen Time, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

With summer right around the corner, and parents eager to get these kids outdoors to soak up the sun—it means it is time to get out the sunscreen. As most parents know, kids’ sensitive skin can burn quite easily in the sun, even when it...

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07 Mar Fear of Flying in Children

Posted at 08:50h in Babies, Mental Health, New Parents, Pediatrics, Screen Time, Sleep, Stress, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

While flying is seen as a relatively easy, and essential mode of travel in our world today, for kids, sometimes flying can be scary. In fact, a fear of flying is very common in children, especially children who have never flown before. If you have a...

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01 Feb How Much Screen Time is Too Much For My Child?

Posted at 17:03h in Child Care, Child Development, Pediatrics, Screen Time, Sleep, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Screen time. It is one of the most talked about, and at times, controversial topics for parents of kids of all ages. There is no denying that we live in a tech-centered world and that screens are virtually everywhere. Plus, iPads, phones, computers and TV...

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