Monthly Archives: December 2011

Seasonal Greetings

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The kids are part way through the winter break–a time of special events, visiting, sleeping in and staying up later, and a season of special foods and treats. We are months and months away from the summer’s fruits and what … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition, Pediatric Bits, Phenology | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Holiday Safety

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The link to the annual holiday safety round up from the American Academy of Pediatrics for those making a list and checking it twice is here. This year there’s information about trees, lights, decorations, holiday food and drink safety, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Pediatric Bits, Simply Safe | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Baby’s First Holiday Season

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Here are some toy ideas for the babies on your holiday gift list: 6 months and up: board and cloth books. 7 months and up: cups, balls, empty boxes, stacking toys, busy boxes, toys to push and pull, squeeze toys. … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies!, Play, Simply Safe | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Holiday Baking

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

My mother collected cookie cutters for all the seasons but could never seem find a recipe that was easy to roll out and cut. I finally found one in a parenting magazine and have enjoyed getting out the old cookie … Continue reading →

Posted in Pediatric Bits, Play | Tagged , , | Leave a comment