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Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge.  Pediatrician, Urgent Care or Emergency Room? When a child is sick, all you want is to make them feel better as soon as possible, but you may not know what to do. Should you take your child to the emergency room, urgent care or to see your pediatrician? Here are a few pointers to consider when deciding on where your child should seek care. Pediatrician Your child’s pediatrician should be your first choice for care because they are familiar with the child’s medical history. Pediatricians, like those at Ochsner Health, offer comprehensive and continuous care throughout a child’s early years and adolescence. Visit your child’s pediatrician for the following: Well-infant checks, physicals or...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge.  What Are the Signs of Autism in Toddlers? When you have a toddler, every day is a learning experience – for your little one and for you as the parent. You watch them grow, develop and experience the world around them for the first time. But what happens when you start to notice signs that your child may not be developing the same as other kids the same age? There may be specific signals to watch for that could indicate your child has autism spectrum disorder. Signs of this disorder are grouped into two categories: social communication skills and behavioral differences, also known as repetitive and restricted behavior. Here are some behaviors...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by EBR Schools.  Let’s Get Ready For Kindergarten: EBR Schools’ Pre-K Programs Set the Stage for Success Preschool, Pre-K, early childhood education -- whatever you may call it, it's impacts are undeniable. It’s never too early for your child's education to begin at EBR Schools. Since Pre-K is optional, we know Kindergarten is the first educational milestone many families look forward to, but studies show that children thrive in school when enrolled in high-quality early childhood education programs. From encouraging fundamental growth and success in the future to sparking creativity, discover how a jump start in education can offer unlimited benefits for your child: Builds a Strong Learning Foundation It’s vital that parents and...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by BASIS Charter Schools.  How to Support Student Achievement and Development To grow both academically and as individuals, students need a strong system of support at school. They are more likely to engage in class and achieve at high levels when they have trustworthy adults who they can confide in about their struggles, share their successes with, and seek out when they need help navigating academic and social life. At many schools, these individuals make up the student support services department, which aims to enhance academic achievement, while supporting students’ social and emotional needs. Maya Bennett, the Director of Student Affairs at BASIS Baton Rouge—Materra Campus, discusses the importance of supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally,...

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge and written by Kathleen Freeman, MD.  How Can Parents Avoid Burnout? We’ve all heard the proverbial metaphor about self-care: Put your oxygen mask on first then assist the child sitting next to you. I’m sure that, given the situation, I’d be perfectly capable of putting my mask on first. So why is it so hard to do it metaphorically? That’s a loaded question, but I think I know the answer. We feel guilty tending to our own needs when the needs of those around us are so many. We care deeply about doing what is best for our children, showing love to our families and friends, and making good choices. We want to...