Posts by Cindy Wechsler, APRN
Coronavirus, Now Lyme. Is it Safe to Go Out?
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the outdoors are calling us to play. Summer is here and after being cooped up at home we all need a breath of fresh air. Though the concerns around COVID 19 are still present, we now need to be mindful about Lyme Disease. Here is some…
Read MoreHealthy Chia Pudding Snack Recipe for Kids
Made with Chia Seeds Loaded with protein, fiber and healthy fats. Great for breakfast, snack or dessert. 1 oz (about 2 tablespoons) of chia seeds (which is only 130 calories) contains: Fiber: 11 grams Protein: 4 gram Fat: 9 grams (5 of which are Omega-3s >> the stuff that’s good for you!) Chia Pudding Ingredients:…
Read MoreMake a Fun Homemade Bird Feeder with your Kids
Summer Time Bird Feeder Activity A fun and easy activity for kids and parents to do together. Get closer to nature. After you craft your own bird feeder, sit back and watch the birds enjoy. SUPPLIES: Peanut Butter or any other nut butter Craft/Popsicle sticks (plastic spatula can be used as well) Bird seed Toilet…
Read MoreNatural Treatment of Contact Dermatitis
How to Naturally Treat Poison Ivy Most of us have been anxiously awaiting the change in season from winter to spring. The warmer weather allows for opening windows and spending more time outdoors. Enjoying nature by engaging in outdoor activities is a welcomed way to spend a day. Spending time outdoors exposes us to parts…
Read MoreWe Are In This Together!!!
As an Integrative Pediatric Nurse Practitioner my goal is to keep your kids healthy and you at ease. I am here to support you with any concerns you have regarding your children during this COVID 19 pandemic. If you have questions about your kiddos feeling stressed/anxious, not sleeping, immune support, optimal nutrition for kids, screen…
Read MoreKeeping Kids Healthy in Times of Stress
The microbiome is being referenced as a key factor to a plethora of conditions including obesity, diabetes and anxiety. The scientific community has been researching the microbiome for decades. The research is finally holding validity and we are hearing more about the importance of our microbiota in the news and on social media. What is…
Read MoreSwimmer’s Ear
What is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear (aka otitis externa) is an infection of the ear canal. It is most commonly caused by water getting trapped in the ear canal. Prevalence is generally during the summer months when kids have an increased opportunity to swim, hence how it got its name “swimmer’s ear”. However, it can…
Read MoreSummer Safety Checklist for Kids
Summer Sun Safety for Kids When it comes to protecting your kids from the sun, sunscreen plays an important role. But sunscreen is just one of the ways to guard against the sun’s damaging rays. Because the sun’s rays can reflect off of the sand and water or other reflective surfaces, hats, and sunglasses can…
Read MoreDiet, Disease and Our Children
If Your Gut is Not Healthy, Then You Are Not Healthy More and more we hear about the importance of our microbiota, particularly our gut flora, in relation to our health. What is the Microbiome and How Does It Effect Me? Approximately 80 percent of our immunity comes from our gut. Immunity is our body’s…
Read MoreNatural Treatment of Contact Dermatitis
How To Avoid Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac this Summer Most of us have been anxiously awaiting the change in season from winter to spring. The warmer weather allows for opening windows and spending more time outdoors. Enjoying nature by engaging in outdoor activities is a welcomed way to spend a day. Spending time outdoors…
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