Stop the Silence

Join us for a college basketball game to benefit the rehabilitation department at Dayton Children's!

What: Wright State vs Loyola

When: Saturday, January 30 at 2:00 pm

Where: Nutter Center (Wright State University)

Tickets: $10/person—you save $7!
A portion of the proceeds goes to the rehabilitation department at Dayton Children’s
To purchase tickets: Go to the Spot Shop (the Dayton Children's gift shop) or contact the development office at 641-3405.

The purpose of this "Stop the Silence" event is to raise awareness about communication disorders. Imagine how devastating it would be if you lost the ability to talk due to a stroke or accident and what effect it would have on your life. Meet some children who recieve speech therapy services at Dayton Children's and watch them demonstrate how they use augmentative and alternative communication devices to communicate!

Countdown to Good Health the 5-2-1-0 Way!

This week Dayton Children's launches our next installment of the Kohl's A Minute for Kids campaign with tips from our very own Dr. James Ebert, lead physician in the lipid clinic.

For the next two months those in our service area will hear a radio clip featuring Dominique Samuels and his mother, Diana. They discuss how small steps can make big changes for your health and share with listeners the 5-2-1-0 tips from Dr. Ebert.

Here are the 5-2-1-0 tips that your family can use:

• Children should get at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
• Along with eating healthy, children should spend less than 2 hours in front of the TV, computer, or video game screen each day.
• To stay physically fit, at least 1 hour of aerobic activity everyday will keep your heart strong.
• Finally, 0 is the amount of sugary drinks that should be consumed on a daily basis.

These four easy steps create a simple way for families to maintain their overall health and will be a great start to a healthier 2010!

For a sneak preview and additional resources, check out our Kohl's microsite at: http://kohlsminutes.childrensdayton.org/Topics/Healthy_Eating_5-2-1-0.html.

Eight ways to keep children warm and safe

We're starting to see colder temperatures and some of that fun, white stuff! Make sure to follow these tips from our pediatric experts to keep kids safe during their winter break (and all winter long).

1. Dress children in layers and have them wear insulated boots. Double socks and double mittens will keep children insulated and add a little extra warmth. Mittens are warmer than gloves because they keep all fingers together.
2. Change socks and mittens frequently. If children sit in wet, cold clothing they may be more susceptible to illness including hypothermia or abnormally low body temperature.
3. Remember to cover the body’s most susceptible regions: ears, fingers and toes. Keep hats on children because most body heat escapes from the head.
4. Clothes should be kept dry.
5. Set reasonable time limits on outdoor play– bring children in periodically to warm up and change from any wet clothing.
6. Check children every 15 to 20 minutes to make sure they aren’t too cold and their layers remain ON.
7. If you are in an area with deep snow, dress children in bright-colored clothing so they can be seen among snowdrifts.
8. Don’t forget sunscreen. The winter sun reflects off winter snow increasing dangerous rays.

Children should be encouraged to play in the snow and enjoy this weather but parents should make sure weather conditions are appropriate for playing outside. With proper precautions children can be safe and have a great time enjoying winter weather.

For more tips about safe winter play visit our website.