DR. KASH’S KORNER
Dr. Kash’s Korner — Is Homemade Baby Formula Safe?
Is Homemade Baby Formula Safe? by Steven A. Abrams, MD, FAAP Infants need a specific balance of nutrients—not too much or too little of anything—to grow and be healthy. Human breastmilk contains everything in exactly the right amounts, and infant formula can provide excellent nutrition when families can't[READ MORE]
Dr. Kash’s Korner — How to Buy Safe Toys
How to Buy Safe Toys by Irwin J. Kash, MD Kids can have a lot of fun playing with their toys. However, it's important to keep in mind that safety should always come first. Each year thousands of children are injured by toys. Read on to learn[READ MORE]
Dr. Kash’s Korner — 10 Non-Tech Holiday Gift Ideas to Promote Kids’ Language & Learning
10 Non-Tech Holiday Gift Ideas to Promote Kids’ Language & Learning by Irwin J. Kash, MD Children of all ages are filling their holiday wish list with things like tablets, cell phones, wearables, headphones, and other tech-related gifts. But it's important to find a balance and[READ MORE]
Dr. Kash’s Korner — Tips to Preserve Your Child’s Hearing During the Holidays
Tips to Preserve Your Child’s Hearing During the Holidays by Irwin J. Kash, MD Bells may be ringing, but your kids' ears shouldn't be! Hearing loss that results from exposure to loud noise, called noise-induced hearing loss, is of particular concern for today's children. One of the main[READ MORE]
Dr. Kash’s Korner — Christmas Food Safety Tips
Christmas Food Safety Tips by Irwin J. Kash, MD Whether it is holiday cookies, perogies, roast goose, latke or tamales, foods are an important ingredient of holiday celebrations. Teaching children to cook your family's recipes can nurture ethnic identity and culture, and offers young chefs a sense of accomplishment. American[READ MORE]
Dr. Kash’s Korner — Planning a Balanced Thanksgiving Meal for Picky Eaters
Planning a Balanced Thanksgiving Meal for Picky Eaters by Irwin J. Kash, MD Thanksgiving, a holiday full of elaborate food traditions--can be extra challenging for parents of picky eaters. Who wants a holiday dinner turned into a battle zone? Here are some tips to appease picky[READ MORE]
