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Monthly Tips for Wellness
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January
- Some tips for healthy eating habits-serve regularly planned meals and snacks, serve water or milk w/ meals, remember to serve a variety of meals, and slow down your eating and enjoy the food.
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February
Avoid germs-wash your hands
- Handwashing is one of the best ways for you and your child to avoid infectious disease. Remember to avoid coughing or sneezing in your hand, and always wash your hands when they are dirty and before eating.
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March
- Remember that any form of physical activity is good for your body so have fun with it. There are lots of ways to be active: go for a walk, work in your yard, wash the car, dance to a good song, take the stairs instead of the elevator, or go swimming. The options are endless! Find even more ideas for fun ways to get active.
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April
- Does your child spend more time inside the house watching TV or playing computer games than playing outside? Did you know that parents who are active, and encourage their children to be active, will show improved health and well-being now, and sets the stage for improved health later in life? Not only will your children develop healthy weight, strong bones and habits for a lifetime, but they will also have fun! Find more ideas on fun fitness for kids here.
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May
- Asthma is one of the most common chronic illnesses in children—accounting for more than half a million missed school days annually in Georgia. For children with asthma, triggers like cigarette smoke, odors, air pollution and even bugs can cause an attack. Talk to your child’s doctor about steps you can take to prevent attacks, and learn facts on triggers, treatment, and prevention.
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June
How can you tell if you are getting a good workout? Take the “talk-sing” test:
- If you can talk while exercising, you’re doing great!
- If you’re too breathless to talk, slow down.
- If you can sing, you’re not working hard enough…get moving!
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July
- Hydration in the hot summer months is very important. When planning outdoor physical activities, remember to drink plenty of water before you head out into the high temperatures. Also, try to schedule activities for the cooler parts of the day and allow for a water/rest break every thirty minutes.
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August
- Remember that Georgia law requires all children under 16 to wear an approved bicycle helmet while riding a bike on public roads, sidewalks and bike paths. Children must always wear a bicycle helmet when riding a bike, and “multi-sport” helmets should be worn when in-line skating, skateboarding or roller skating. Learn more about safety on the road here.
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September
- Protecting your child from disease may be the most important thing you can do for her health. Immunizations (sometimes called shots or vaccines) will help keep him/her safe from 11 serious diseases. Georgia law requires proof that a child is up-to-date before he/she can go to day care or school.
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October
- Set limits on how much time your child spends watching TV and playing video games. Less than 2 hours daily is advised. Spending too much time just sitting may lead to weight gain. Teach your child to enjoy physical activity by encouraging him/her to play outside or by joining an athletic team.
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November
- All too often, food is associated with celebrations or rewards. Think about ways to make use of “non-food” rewards the next time you celebrate a birthday, good grades, or graduation. Some good ideas are: a new book, extra playtime or extended curfew, or a trip to the zoo, museum or aquarium. Find more information on healthy food and nutrition for kids here.
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December
- Holiday decorations are fun but can be full of hidden hazards. Remember to decorate with children in mind. Do not put ornaments that have small parts or metal hooks, or look like food or candy, on the lower branches of a tree where small children can reach them. Trim protruding branches at or below a child’s eye level, and keep lights out of reach. For more information, click here.
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