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20 16 First Aid Tips to Teach Kids Skills for a Lifetime

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amp has been an American tradition for more than 150 years. Some things at camp — forming friendships, having fun, practicing new skills, and summer learning gains — will never change. But what are the camp trends today?

Who goes to camp?

The American Camp Association (ACA) estimates that there are 12,000 traditional, organized camps in the U.S. Each year more than 11.5 million children, youth, and adults attend camp. Today we see a wide range of ages participating in the camp experience: from children as young as three participating in day camp programs to senior adults, participating in family camps and senior camps.

What type of camps are more popular?

Traditional camps are still very popular — maybe more popular today than even a decade ago, as young people are very concerned about the environment, global awareness, mentorship, and getting along with one another. The camp community embraces those values. There has also been a rise in the popularity of specialty camps, day camps, and family camps, as camps constantly adapt to meet changing needs of families. Many young people like to use the camp experience to sharpen a special skill or develop new ones. Even traditional camps are offering year-round camp experiences, as well as any number of specialty programs. This exciting diversification is an example of how the camp community is meeting the needs of today’s families.

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The most popular activities at camps today are swimming, arts/crafts, challenge/ropes course, archery, and aquatic activities. In addition, ACA research shows 52 percent of day camps and 50 percent of resident camps offered one or more academic / science and technology programs. More than four in five ACA-accredited residential camps offer at least one environmental education program for campers. Reprinted from www.ACAcamps.org by permission of the American Camp Association.

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ach holiday brings the opportunity to participate in unique celebrations with your kids and Saint Patrick’s Day has no shortage of fun festivities. Whether you are lucky enough to be Irish or just love celebrating the holiday, try these fun and educational ideas to bring some luck to your home.

1EAT ALL THINGS GREEN

Celebrate the day by feasting on all things green. For breakfast, try some green eggs and ham while reading the Dr. Seuss book to your kids or dye your pancakes green just for fun. For lunch, try serving up a buffet of green foods - broccoli, celery, salad, guacamole, and grapes. Wash it all down with some green juice. Who knows? Maybe your child will try some new foods trying to get good luck on St. Patty’s Day.

2ATTEND A PARADE

Check your local listings for a Saint Patrick’s Day parade and attend as a family. Go green by painting your face or picking up some silly hats or headbands at the local dollar store. See which family member can dress in the greenest for the event.

3SET A LEPRECHAUN TRAP

The night of the 16th, have your kids set a leprechaun trap using a box or laundry basket. Put gold coins inside to attract your leprechaun, but remember, leprechauns are very sneaky and do not like to be seen. In the morning, your child may awake to see that the leprechaun has taken their gold coins and left them a small gift or treat.

4 SCAVENGER HUNT

Create a scavenger hunt for your kids (or let the leprechaun leave the first clue in the trap). Make it educational by asking kids to answer a question or riddle to figure out the next clue or leave an interesting fact about Saint Patrick to learn more about the holiday. Have your kids follow the clues through the house to find a pot of gold coins at the end

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5 MAKE A RAINBOW

Saint Patrick’s Day wouldn’t be complete without a rainbow. Have your kids use watercolors or finger paint to create their own rainbow. Vanilla pudding with food coloring makes for a fun and edible finger paint. Put food coloring in cups of water and let kids experiment by mixing them to see what colors they can create. Using eye droppers and ice cubes trays lets you sneak in a little fine motor practice too. Make sure to offer some Lucky Charms cereal as a snack for a little inspiration.

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Learn about the Irish culture by checking out books or movies about Ireland and the history of Saint Patrick’s Day from your local library. Have the kids watch a video of an Irish dance performance (YouTube is a great place to find one) and have the family try some of the dance moves themselves. This activity will get the whole family moving and probably produce some giggles too. For the crafty, try painting or drawing an Irish flag or four-leaf clover. If you are lucky enough to be Irish, make a family tree and discuss your heritage. For dinner try serving a traditional Irish meal like corn beef and cabbage. If this isn’t a family favorite, Reuben sandwiches may be a good alternative. There are so many ways to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day that do not involve the stereotypical party we may first think of. Parents can get creative with crafts and activities that are family-friendly and sure to become a well loved tradition in years to come.  Sarah Lyons is a mom of six kids including seven-year-old triplets. She enjoys reading, writing, and spending time outdoors with her family. March 2022 | ParentsPress.com

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A Little History on Vaccines By Stefanie Hartman

dward Jenner is credited as the father of vaccination, as the first physician to vaccinate a young boy in the UK against smallpox in the 18th century. It is thought that immunization actually began even earlier than this in China in the 17th century. Vaccination is one of the greatest success stories of our public health system, eradicating smallpox and wild polio virus in the US. Some of the first vaccines babies get include diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus as one combined vaccine (DTaP) – and these are some of the first vaccines created later as a combination in 1948. The next vaccine added was the polio vaccine in the late 1950s after a trying epidemic in 1955 where the US had thousands of cases of polio that summer, overwhelming hospitals. Much like the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals were over capacity, nonemergent surgeries were delayed and the emergency room was overrun with sick children. Some children needed a machine called the iron lung, just to breath, their shortness of breath terrifying them. When Jonas Salk’s, and Albert Sabin’s vaccines were approved for use, many parents clamored to vaccinate their children despite the newness of the vaccines. Overtime polio

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Vaccination is one of the greatest success stories of our public health system, eradicating smallpox and wild polio virus in the US. was eliminated in the US, the last case of wild polio originating in the US was in 1979. The measles vaccine was developed in 1963, followed by mumps (1967), and rubella (1969) and the three were combined into MMR in 1971 by Dr Maurice Hilleman. A fraudulent paper published in 1998 in the UK claimed 12 children acquired autism soon after the MMR vaccine. The paper was retracted in 2010, the research declared fraudulent, and the researcher barred from practicing medicine in the UK. Many studies have disproven this theory; however, the damage was evident in vaccination rates. Before the paper 92% of children in

the UK were vaccinated for MMR, and after the rate dropped below 80%. Cases of measles went from 56 at the time of publication to 1348 in 2008 with two confirmed deaths. Routine vaccines for infants include hepatitis B, DTaP, Haemophilus influenza B, pneumococcal vaccine and rotavirus which are given as a series by 18 months of age and babies get their first doses of MMR, varicella and hepatitis A vaccine usually by this time as well. Children will get another DTaP, pertussis, polio, MMR and varicella vaccine before they start kindergarten, and Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) and meningo-

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arents can take every precaution possible to keep their kids safe but accidents happen. It is never too early to start teaching your kids basic first aid skills and what to do in an emergency. If your child gets injured, remain calm and talk them through the steps you are taking while applying ice, bandages, or treating a bug bite. The skills you teach them now will be used for a lifetime. Here are some basic first aid tips you can start teaching kids now.

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If your child has a cut, teach them to use a clean cloth to put pressure on it to slow bleeding. When the bleeding has stopped, clean the wound and apply antibiotic ointment and a bandage. CALL FOR HELP IF: The cut is deep, will not stop

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SPRAINS AND BROKEN BONES

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If your child has a mild burn run it under cool tap water for 15 min and repeat as needed. Do not apply ice directly to the wound. If the burn blisters, ask your child to leave it alone as much as possible as this will help with the healing process. CALL FOR HELP IF: Seek a doctor if the injury is preventing movement. If the injury is waxy looking or bigger than the palm of your hand it would be best to seek medical attention.

BUG BITES AND STINGS

If your child has a bug bite, wash the area and apply ice for swelling and pain. You can also apply calamine lotion to help with itching.

CALL FOR HELP IF: Your child has an allergic reaction to a sting or bite seek medical attention.

CHOKING

If someone is choking, remain calm and ask the person questions. If they can answer, they are still able to breathe. If they are coughing, wait and see if

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Pregnancy Nutrition Basics By Kerrie McLoughlin

ongratulations on your pregnancy! While your baby is developing both physically and mentally in your womb, your food and drink choices are very important to the baby’s growth and development, as well as to your immune system. By now, you may have already started receiving advice from well-wishers about what you should eat more or less of. And, even if you already eat like a nutrition rock star, a few tweaks might be necessary. Especially during the first trimester, you might need to stick with whatever you can keep down because morning sickness will challenge even the most dedicated to their diet. After that, according to the What to Expect website, a general rule is try to consume an average of an extra 300 calories per day in the second trimester and 500 extra calories per day in the third trimester. Read on to learn how to get those calories in so you can feel your very best while also growing a healthy baby (be sure to talk to your doctor if you have more specific questions).

Protein

The American Pregnancy Association says, “Experts recommend 75 to 100 grams of protein per day. Protein positively affects the growth of fetal tissue, including the brain. It also helps your breast and uterine tissue to grow during pregnancy, and it

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plays a role in your increasing blood supply.” This was my favorite food group during pregnancy, and just a few examples of protein include lean meats and chicken, fully cooked fish, nuts, tofu, beans, peanut butter, eggs and Greek yogurt, so there are many options here. Sarah Lyons, mom of 6, says, “I liked avocados and hummus. I ate nuts or trail mix. Things that were high in protein. I could only eat small snacks and meals.”

Fruits and vegetables

Juicing is a fantastic way to sneak in many of the vitamins and minerals you need, as well as fiber. Barbara F., mom of 5, who had her last child in her forties, says: “I juiced two times daily with an assortment of fruits and vegetables.” Now is the time to try some new things! Just a few examples: dragon fruit, ugli fruit, purple sweet potato, pummelo and watermelon radish! Also, consider vegetable lasagna, veggie pizza, dried fruit … any way you can find to sneak in those fruits and veggies!

Grains

Nutrient dense is the way to go in this food category, and the carbs and fiber provided by this food group give you lots of energy. Choose wheat bread over white, brown or wild rice over white, as well as

“Protein helps your breast and uterine tissue to grow during pregnancy, and it plays a role in your increasing blood supply.” whole-wheat pasta. A quick and easy beef barley soup would be a great way to get in many of the food groups at once in a flavorful way that’s also easy on your firsttrimester sensitive stomach (soup also promotes good digestion).

Dairy products

Dairy products pack a triple whammy with calcium, vitamin D and protein, which help create strong teeth and bones for your growing baby. Lynn Letzig, mom of one and foster mom to many, shared, “I ate cottage cheese with peaches every day!” Other options include yogurt (so many choices of flavor and consistency) and hard cheeses. If you can’t tolerate milk, try items such as calcium-fortified OJ and soy milk.

Water and other fluids

According to WebMD.com, “Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding need additional fluids to stay hydrated. The Office on Women’s Health recommends that pregnant women drink about 10 cups (2.4 liters) of fluids daily...” There are so many great benefits to getting enough fluids, including lowering the incidence of swelling, bladder infections and constipation. All fluids count toward your daily total, but make sure you’re not consuming too much sugar or caffeine.

Fats, oils and sweets

Go for the healthy fats, but try to use them sparingly. Think avocado toast, trail mix with a variety of nuts and seeds, as well as olive oil and vinegar for your salad dressing. Don’t deprive yourself! It’s okay to treat yourself every now and then with a sweet treat, just do it in moderation.

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Things to stay away from

According to babycenter.com, you need to watch out for canned tuna, sushi, raw cookie dough, and anything undercooked or raw, including meats, as well as any fish that might be high in mercury. Soft cheeses and unpasteurized products are also items to steer clear of. Also, it’s best to not consume any alcohol, and keep caffeine to a minimum (200 mg or less per day).

Special considerations

If you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, you’ll need to meet with a dietician to discuss consumption of a healthy balance of protein and carbs to keep your insulin levels balanced. Also, if you’re pregnant with twins, you should be taking in approximately 300 extra calories per day per baby. 

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PRING IS HERE AND THAT MEANS LOTS OF THINGS: longer sunnier days, allergies, candyfilled holidays, breaks from school and, of course, baby farm animals. This is the best time to visit local farms, petting zoos and the like to see new baby goats, lambs, ducklings, little piggies, bunnies and more. The Bay Area doesn’t have a lot of local farms for touring, but if you combine the ones here with the others within a short drive, there are plenty of options. It is recommended that families follow the farms on Instagram or Facebook to get the latest news on which animals will be giving birth soon and when visiting hours are. It’s worth a mention that although both the San Francisco Zoo and the Oakland Zoo have petting zoo areas, it’s unlikely that visitors will see baby animals at these exhibits. Please also remember to wash hands before and after visiting with farm friends, and do not allow children to feed them unless they have been given express permission by caretakers. Please do also take lots of adorable photos. Here are just a few fun places to see the babies of spring.

projects during some events. Carpools are encouraged, as it’s a smallish space. Picnic tables are provided, and they fill up fast. Directions and visiting information can be found at www.redwoodhill.com

ARDENWOOD HISTORIC FARM, FREMONT

rdenwood is a historical farm; it hosts many events every week pertaining to the farm life, and all ages can find some activity to join. The sheep shearing days are great fun with wool crafts, carding, spinning and more. A glance at the East Bay Parks and Rec website will allow families to plan for the many classes, drop-in events and other opportunities to see the workings of the farm, including the new babies that come each spring. Bring a picnic, and plan to get dirty. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont, 510 544-2797, www.ebparks.org

appy Hollow is a lot more than a petting zoo; it’s a fullservice fun park with puppet shows, rides, wild animals and farm animals. Kids can purchase pellets for a quarter to feed the farm friends, which include mini horses. H.H.P.Z. is a big proponent of conservation and environmentalism, so there are lots of opportunities for kids to learn about those concepts in the park while also visiting animals, watching a show or going on rides. In addition, there are classes and camps available. There is a lot to see here. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, 748 Story Rd., San Jose, www.happyhollow.org

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edwood Hill Farm is an absolute treasure, and the Bice family is so hospitable. The farm’s spring visiting days and tours are well worth the drive. There are dozens of baby goats and an enclosure where gentle visitors can cuddle the babies and learn about a variety of goats, including Alpine, Nubian, Lamancha and others. There are opportunities to milk mama goats, feed adult goats leafy branches and do goat-related art

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TILDEN PARK LITTLE FARM, BERKELEY

ilden Park has so many attractions: the train, the carousel, the lakes, the trails. However, in spring, the place to be is the Little Farm. Guests may bring lettuce and celery to feed the sheep, pigs, goats and cows. The bunnies are not to be fed by guests, and the fowl help themselves! The Little Farm often has new piglets for kids to view. One of the best features of Tilden is that it is free to park, and admission is free as well. It’s a winding road to get there, and there is very little cell service, so plan accordingly. This park is significantly more accessible for guests with special mobility needs than many other similar places. Once done cooing over the farm friends, feel free to picnic, hike or play. Tilden Park, Central Park Dr., Berkeley, 510-544-2747, www.ebparks.org

HAPPY HOLLOW PARK & ZOO, SAN JOSE

his farm is on 43.5 acres in East San Jose, California. The park has FREE admission + parking for all. You can purchase pellets to feed the animals! This family farm is home to cows, pigs, horses, goats, sheep, chickens, roosters, ducks, and peacocks. There are play structures and a large grassy field so bring a picnic lunch! Emma Prush Farm Regional Park, 647 King Rd., San Jose, www.sanjoseca.gov 

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If you feel that your child’s behavior is stemming from their anxiousness about a situation, try to understand where the problem stems from. risk. This is the positive side of anxious feelings. However, an anxiety disorder can be debilitating and cause us to make decisions that are no longer protecting us. Anxiety in children can be difficult to identify because it can appear to be a child acting out or behaving strangely rather than an underlying concern. For example, if your child is having anxiety about school they may refuse to go, they may complain about a stomach ache and ask to see the nurse to get out of class, or they may act out and distract their peers. If you feel that your child’s behavior is stemming from their anxiousness about a situation, try to understand where the problem stems from. “We ask questions that get them to discover the root of the worry themselves.” says a mom of 3. She suggests using questions like “What are you most afraid of happening in this situation?” This will help kids determine the root of the problem. “If they don’t know what scares them, we walk through a possible scenario of the whole event and stop when they get to the scary part so we can further discuss it.” No one will argue that anxious feelings are normal on occasion. When these feelings interfere with school work, activities, relationships, disrupt the entire family, or become unmanageable, it may be time to seek professional help. If your child is threatening to hurt themselves or others or if their behavior feels scary or out of control, see a professional right away. A therapist will be able to give you and your child tools to manage the anxiety in a healthy way, identify the root of the problem, determine symptoms and triggers, and prescribe medication if needed. This will help anxiety become manageable and leave your child feeling healthier and happier.  Sarah Lyons is a mom of six children, including seven-year-old triplets.

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he opportunities that summer camp provides are endless: the ability to try new things, the chance to make new friends, and the prospect of gaining independence are just a few.

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DAY CAMPS typically serve children ages 3-15. Session lengths typically vary from one to eight weeks. Some camps offer up to ten weeks of programming. Before camp and after camp programs are offered for an additional fee at some day camps.

OVERNIGHT (also referred to as Resident or Sleepaway) Camps usually serve children ages 6-18. Campers stay at camp for one to eight weeks, depending on the camp’s session length.

GENERAL CAMPS offer a broad range of activities. Many provide campers with the opportunity to focus on one or a few areas while encouraging them to try a variety of others. It is sometimes possible to explore an activity or interest in depth within the context of the whole program.

TRIP & TRAVEL CAMPS involve outdoor exploration through active sports like biking, hiking, climbing and canoeing. Campers spend most of their time traveling and preparing to travel.

SPECIALTY CAMPS are based in day or resident settings. Popular options for specialization may include horseback riding, the arts, sports, computers, or travel. Programming revolves around intensive exposure to the specialty area.

CAMPS FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS serve specific clientele like children or adults with particular medical conditions, disabilities, or special needs. Some camps focus on campers who share very specific diagnoses, while others are geared to meet a broader array of needs at any one time.

RELIGIOUSLY-AFFILIATED CAMPS offer religious education formally and informally. Review materials carefully for explanations of how religion influences a camp’s culture to find one with the balance that best matches your family’s own values and beliefs.

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Day Camp or Overnight Camp

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Medications at Camp

By Jim Castrataro

After speaking with the camp director there is still ANY PARENTS STRUGGLE WITH THE QUESTION yet another level of expertise you can go to. By law, OF WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEIR CHILDREN’S MEDICATIONS, specifically ADD and ADHD medi- each resident camp in the state of California must have a health care consultant on staff to help the camp cations, during the summer months. Although I am not a directors manage the many physical forms and imdoctor or medical expert, I can give you my perspective as a camp director for over 20 years and some simple steps to munization documents. This law does not apply to day take to ensure your child has a fun-filled camp experience. camps. Although the health care consultant may not have immediate knowledge of your particular situation First, speak with the camp director to clarify the daily during your first call, he or she is there to help manage schedule and possibly identify the counselor who will be in direct contact with your child. Although many full-time the medications and implement protocols. Furthermore, by HIPAA Privacy Act guidelines, the camp counselor camp directors have plenty of experience with children will most likely not be aware of any of the with ADD and ADHD, the camp counselor may By law, each medical issues of your child unless authoonly be 18- or 19-years old and sometimes rized by you, the parent or guardian. This even struggling with the same issues your resident camp granting of permission can be achieved 8- to 10-year-old may be having. This is not in the state of to say your child is not safe, but the level of California must through the health care consultant, and it is important that you are comfortable and in experience can vary greatly from counselor to have a health counselor. care consultant full knowledge of the camp’s written plan your child. Next, take into account the duration of the on staff to help forFrom my perspective, parents of children camp. Is it just a three- or four-day camp or the camp directors with ADHD sometimes feel the physical a multi-week overnight camp? To put this in perspective, think about how long you worked manage the many activity offered in a summer camp setting physical forms may allow them to be a little more lenient with teachers, doctors and consultants to and immunization with medications that reduce hyperactivity. properly diagnose, work through issues documents I urge all parents to also understand the and begin to process and create a workable timespan and experience of those in direct solution for your child. The relatively short contact is significantly reduced and it is amount of time a counselor is in contact with important to look at both sides of the equation while campers makes it not only difficult for the counselors to learn the group’s dynamics, but individual issues, as well. implementing the appropriate plan of action.  Jim Castrataro is the director of summer programs at a college that hosts day camps. His experience spans over 20 years directing and consulting a variety of camp programs for thousands of children and young adults ranging from 5 to 18 years of age.

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