Parenting - Sanford Health News

School-age boy dances in kitchen in red and white striped pajamas and socks. Behind him is a Happy Valentine's Day banner spelled out in heart shapes.

Keeping your heart emotionally healthy

Connect what you're thinking, feeling and doing, says pediatric chaplain

Sanford Fit ⋅ 7 min read

Developing readers: A mom and young child cuddle on the floor and read a book together.

Help your preschooler develop a love of reading

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

Screen time limits: three kids share a digital tablet on the couch.

Screen time: How much is too much?

Parenting Services ⋅ 5 min read

Early science skills: A young girl plays with a model solar system in a classroom or playroom.

How to create simple science fun at home

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

woman looking stressed

Baby blues vs. postpartum depression

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

Sanford Fit Kids Zone at Great Shots features and blue and gold climbing wall, interactive floor, TV and "move, play, recharge" on the wall.

Podcast: Sanford Fit builds active waiting rooms

25 min ⋅ January 21st

Climbing walls and dance videos get kids up and out of their seats

Winter car seat safety demonstration with a girl wearing a fleece jacket and knit hat, buckled in with a blanket over her lap.

Keeping your kids safe and warm in winter

Remember these cold-weather safety tips for inside, outside and in the car

SHN Staff ⋅ 7 min read

6-12-month-old baby plays with blocks while lying on the floor.

Why your baby needs to play and explore

Tips and toys to encourage babies' natural curiosity and early brain development

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

Grandpa plays airplane with his granddaughter.

Fun ways toddlers can move and learn

Bring on the wiggles! Moving is important for your toddler's body and brain

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

holiday stress: woman shopping online in Christmas living room

Managing stress during the holidays

Sanford Health certified nurse midwife offers ways to enjoy a busy time of year

SHN Staff ⋅ 4 min read

children in halloween costumes

Halloween: 5 tips to keep kids safe and healthy

Sanford Health pediatrician's top advice: Watch out for cars

SHN Staff ⋅ 5 min read

A girl runs through an obstacle course in a colorful room designed by Sanford fit.

Sanford Fit: Encouraging kids for the future

Access hundreds of free resources online: lesson plans, videos, games and more

SHN Staff ⋅ 7 min read

little girl giving a thumbs up in a car seat

From infant to teen: Proper car seat for each age

Learn about car seat safety standards.

Jennifer Haggar, MD ⋅ 8 min read

A teen school-age boy with a backpack looks downtrodden.

School refusal: Learn signs, causes and how to help your kid

Anxiety about something at school lies at the heart of child's reluctance

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 11 min read

mom parenting child

Parenting tips: How to talk tragedies with your kids

First, listen to what they say and questions they ask

Makayla Disburg ⋅ 6 min read

kid with pediatrician

Well child visits important for children of all ages

“Not only is a well child exam more comprehensive, it’s often paid for by insurance."

SHN Staff ⋅ 12 min read

Managing stress during the holidays

SHN Staff ⋅ 4 min read

Halloween: 5 tips to keep kids safe and healthy

SHN Staff ⋅ 5 min read

Baby blues vs. postpartum depression

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

Raising a child who has cystic fibrosis

Ashley Schwab ⋅ 6 min read

Parenting tips: How to talk tragedies with your kids

Makayla Disburg ⋅ 6 min read