PB Parenting - November 2020

National Adoption Awareness Month

Holiday Travel with Kids During COVID-19

Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 November is National Adoption Awareness Month: What Does Adoption Mean to Some Families? P.6 9th Annual Holiday Gift Guide P. 9-15 Holiday Travel with Kids During COVID-19 P. 16 School Closures and Math Learning Loss P. 20 Q&A: Rapid COVID Test Your Questions Answered P. 24

ON THE COVER The bond of sisters is not one to be broken.

Sisters Gabby, 13 years old, and Kat, 11 years old, were officially adopted together.

November is Adoption Awareness Month; learn more about adoption and fostering in our cover story featuring two local families that both adopted children during the pandemic, starting on page 6. Cover Photography by Lynn Hernandez of Lynn Studios, Inc. www. lynnstudios1.com. | PBParenting.com | November 2020 3

Letter From The Publisher Greetings, Thanksgiving is a time for the family! Nothing brings a family together more than sitting for a holiday dinner.

The definition of family can vary greatly; I have friends that I consider to be family. It does not have to be biological. Love makes a family. November is National Adoption Awareness Month, and PB Parenting has spotlighted two families that have adopted children during the pandemic.

Learn more about adoption and fostering starting on page 6; perhaps it is a journey you would like to take.

Speaking of journey, the holidays sometimes means trips to see relatives. Holiday travel is tricky and even more so during the pandemic.

Check out page 16 for tips for traveling with kids via car or plane. Safe travels!

I simply can not believe the holiday shopping season is upon us! 2020 seems to be flying by fast. The holidays season will be different than years past. I always have been a big online shopper and will probably be even more this year to reduce my time in line and in the stores!

We are updating our 9th annual PB Parenting Holiday gift guide to reflect this shift. Our guide will be online and interactive you will be able to search for gifts by children’s age groups or by person - gifts for mom , dad or anyone!

Check out the item and if you like it click the easy online link, add to cart and done! We are going to take the hard work out of shopping.

Check back frequently as we find new finds for the kids or adults in your life!

Happy Parenting,

4 November 2020| PB Parenting |

PB Parenting Palm Beach County’s Parenting Resource

Volume 9, Issue 11 | November 2020 PUBLISHER Felonice Merriman ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Jennifer Preville ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Erica Wilcox GRAPHIC DESIGN/PRODUCTION Felonice Designs, LLC Stephanie Davis COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Lynn of Lynn Studios WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care Shamiran Dumont Melany Troller, M.Ed. CONTACT PB PARENTING

BY MAIL -

11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Suite 10A-146 Wellington, FL 33414

To advertise: 561-223-9223 EMAIL - info@pbparenting.com

PB Parenting Magazine is published monthly in Palm Beach County, Florida. Copyright 20122020, all rights reserved by PB Parenting, LLC. Contents may not be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse advertising.

The publisher accepts no responsibility for advertisement errors beyond the cost of the portion of the advertisement occupied by the error within the advertisement itself. The publisher accepts no responsibility for submitted materials.

All submitted materials subject to editing.

November is National Adoption Awareness Month

Sisters Gabriella and Katherine have been officially adopted by Aaron and Melissa on October 22nd. Photos by Lynn Studios.

What Does Adoption Mean to Some Families?

BY MELANY TROLLER, M.ED.

Families come in all shapes and sizes.

There is no “one size fits all” when it comes to what a family is. November is National Adoption Awareness Month and when we think of families, we know that adoption plays a huge role in creating and completing families. This raises the question: what do we really know about adoption? It is shrouded in misconceptions and stigmas. We need to understand what adoption actually is by separating fact from fiction.

Two families opened up about the process of adoption and the journey they went through, finalizing their adoptions during COVID-19. They shared a lot of realities about adoption that are not common knowledge. Too often we let pop culture dictate our understanding of

6 November 2020| PB Parenting |

the world, and adoption is not immune to this. It is not a quick process, it is not an easy process, and it is not something anyone can do on a whim.

Melissa and Aaron’s Story: Melissa and Aaron started the adoption process two years ago. They both agreed they were looking to adopt an older child, and siblings if possible. They went to the mandatory parenting class, had their background checks done, and underwent the laborious task of having a home study completed. Adoption takes a long time because each step is involved, and the adoption system is sorely understaffed.

Their experience was a little under two years, which, in the adoption world, is pretty fast.

We heal for them.

From preemies to teens.

We Treat More Kids Than Any Other Hospital in Palm Beach County*. *Based on discharge data from the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration.

From preemies to teens, Palm Beach Children’s Hospital provides awardwinning, comprehensive medical care for your child. With more than

• 138 dedicated pediatric beds • 24/7 in-house pediatric hospitalists, intensivists, and neonatologists

130 pediatric specialists in more

• Level III neonatal intensive care unit

than 35 pediatric subspecialties, we are prepared for any challenges

• Pediatric emergency department & trauma center

that life may send your way. As the

• Neuroscience center

largest children’s hospital between

• Hematology & oncology program

Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando, you’ll never have to venture far from home

• Inpatient rehabilitation unit

for your child to receive the care that

• Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute

they deserve.

• Team of dedicated Child Life Specialist • Quantum House, a home away from home for families of pediatric patients

For a physician or specialist visit palmbeachchildrenshospital.com or call 833.280.0431.

The bond of siblings is like no other. Sisters Gabriella and Katherine were adopted together by Aaron and Melissa on October 22nd. Photos by Lynn Studios.

The hardest learning points they shared about the process were: • Trying to find kids to adopt - it isn’t as easy as you’d think. You have to put in the work to find the kids as caseworkers are overloaded.

• It’s not a fast process. Who to ask about kids and the rhythm of asking without seeming overbearing is a delicate balance.

• It can take years to be matched with kids.

• Don’t be narrow in the definition of

Adoption doesn’t make your family different it makes you a family.

8 November 2020| PB Parenting |

what your family is going to look like you can love a kid no matter what - all families are different.

Some misconceptions they want to dispel: • Adoption doesn’t make your family different - it makes you a family.

• We didn’t just gain kids - we gained the families of their other siblings as well.

• So many kids are looking for and deserve a forever home. There is a stigma on adoption that we need to get rid of.

Maureen and David’s Story: Maureen and David never planned to adopt. They chose to go the foster route.

Maureen’s advice for families choosing to foster is, “Don’t get into foster care because you want to adopt a child. The goal of foster care is reunification and the outcome isn’t always adoption.” Maureen stated, “We started the foster care process to give children a safe place to live while

After 600 + days in foster care with Maureen and David, Sebastian was legally adopted on May 15, 2020. Photos by Life Stamp Photography their parents worked their case plan.”

They met their child through the foster process and decided to pursue adoption, which had not been part of their plan.

The hardest learning points they shared about the process were: • Adoption isn’t always easy. The process for us was long and exhausting, especially with our child being in foster care prior. It’s not a quick process but it’s incredibly worth it.

• The foster journey can be tough.

Some misconceptions they want to dispel: • Adoption is a beautiful thing for all parties involved and is a wonderful option I wish people considered more often. Adoption is important because all children need love.

• Not all couples are able to have biological children and not all couples are able to care for their biological children. Adoption is a

10 November 2020| PB Parenting |

great way for these children to still be cared for and loved in a family that is able to care for them.

If you want to learn more about Maureen and David’s foster and adoption journey, you can check out YouTube, Instagram, or their website under The Magical Mundane Life.

Two families, two adoptions, and two completely different stories. Just like families, adoption experiences and outcomes vary. There are so many children out there who deserve to be loved and part of a family. Adoption is not easy, as these two families shared, but it is doable, even during a global pandemic. If you have considered adoption hopefully the stories of these two incredible families motivates you to start the process, recognize the challenges and obstacles, and grants you some peace of mind that this is truly a long yet fulfilling process.

Melany Troller is a mom, educator, freelance writer, and teaching & learning consultant. You can reach her at committedtoteachingandlearning @gmail.com

Due to COVID-19, Maureen & David’s adoption hearing was held over Zoom.

From preemies to teens.

We provide specialized medical care, just for kids.

From preemies to teens, Pediatrics at West Boca Medical Center provides specialized care for kids, all in one convenient, comfortable location. With more than 80 pediatric specialists, we are prepared to provide your child with the care they need.

• • • • • • • • • • •

24/7 pediatric emergency room Fellowship-trained sub-specialists Board certified pediatric anesthesiologists Pediatric hospitalists for in-patient stays Pediatric intensive care unit Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pediatric sleep diagnostic center Outpatient pediatric therapy center Same day surgery center Kid-friendly diagnostic imaging center National Certified Silver Safe Sleep Hospital

To find a pediatric physician, call 833.202.1422 or visit westbocamedctr.com

2020 has been a different year for sure.

Holiday shopping will be different as well.

I have always been a huge fan of online shopping, and I think even more so this year. PB Parenting is changing up how we are sharing our 9th annual Holiday Gift Guide! We are currently designing a 100 percent interactive gift guide complete with easy to shop links and drop-down search categories. You will be able to narrow gifts down by selecting children’s gifts by age

12 November 2020| PB Parenting |

ranges (baby, toddler, tween, teens) gifts for mom, dad, grandparents, or anyone. Check out photos and information; then, you can follow the link to purchase the item! We are making it so easy for you to shop and shop safely this year! Also you should do your online shopping early this year due to shipping and general/stocking delays.

Here are some of our top picks so far; go to www.pbparenting.com on November 9th to see our complete guide!

White Elm Vegan Totes - This bag is PB Parenting tested and approved! The White Elm Aquila designer tote is a five star review favorite on the company’s website. Their bags are created with the active woman in mind. Whether you are toting your laptop & planner for your 9 AM meeting, taking your toddler on a play date, or jet setting to Italy. These bags are made for women who are students, nurses, teachers, moms and entrepreneurs and who want style, organization and quality while caring about the environment and animals. Padded laptop sleeve can even fit larger laptops up to 17”. Designed by a working mom, for working moms, check out the whole line at www. shopwhiteelm.com

MyDoc Women's Health Specialists OB/GYN & Women's Health Services Located in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach

The team at MyDoc Women's Health Specialists in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida is here to manage all aspects of women’s health, obstetrics, and gynecology for both women and children.

As a comprehensive health center, the practice also offers primary health care services, so patients don’t have to visit a separate primary care physician. For instance, the practice can offer help from a nurse practitioner if patients have a general illness like a cold or the flu. Dr. Cueto is supported by a caring and experienced team of female providers, Jennifer Lopez PA, Anita Veerabhadrappa-Meiner PA, Sapna Rao FNP, Katie Roisinblit WHNP, Ora Charm FNP, Corrie Henry ARNP, and Heather Ahrens ARNP. The dedicated professionals at MyDoc Women's Health Specialists listen to their patients with the utmost compassion and kindness. This all-female team takes a holistic approach with each patient.

• Obstetrics & Delivery • Menopause • Birth Control

• STD Testing • Hormone Replacement Therapy • Adolescent Care • Pelvic Floor Therapy

• Laser Body Hair Removal • Genetic Testing • ThermiVa Vaginal Rejuvenation

Most Major Insurance Plans Accepted Including Medicare & Medicaid Same-Day, Emergency, Early, Evening, Lunch & Weekend Appointments Available Our providers are native speakers of English, Spanish & Portuguese

Corrie Henry, ARNP Luisa C. Cueto, MD, FACOG Nurse Praticioner OB/GYN Heather Ahrens, ARNP Anita Veerabhadrappa-Meiner, PA-C Katie Roisinblit, ARNP-BC, WHNP-BC Nurse Praticioner Physician Assistant Nurse Praticioner

Sapna Rao, ARNP-BC, FNP-C Nurse Praticioner

Jennifer Lopez, PA-C Physician Assistant

Ora Charm, ARNP-BC, FNP-C Nurse Praticioner

WALK IN APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE MONDAY-SATURDAY FROM 7:00AM - 1:00PM ’s NOW VBAC BLE! A IL A AV

Not a patient? No problem! Testing available to all.

Visit www.mydocobgyn.com for more information.

Boca Raton

561-910-7300 9970 Central Park Blvd North, #403 Boca Raton, FL 33428

Boynton Beach

561-910-7300 8756 Boynton Beach Boulevard, #2400 Boynton Beach, FL 33472

COVID-19 ANTIBODY TESTING N OW AVAILABL E

With the holidays quickly approaching, crafting season is in full gear! Cara & Co. is a one-stop-shop for the latest silicone and wood craft supplies. A favorite brand that DIY crafters have been loving for years, they have the cutest bead kits for stocking stuffers for the creative folks in your life! It’s the perfect gift, especially with all of us spending more time at home lately.

Looking to make your own creations to give as gifts for the holidays? The company has a great inventory of craft kits for adults and kids with a variety of colors, sizes, and textures. These pre-made kits are a wonderful sensory activity for kids and a nice alternative to too much screentime. Kid’s Craft Kits - The perfect way to let children’s imaginations and creativity soar. Each kit comes with a variety of fun supplies to help kids enjoy and develop their crafting skills by making necklaces, bracelets, key-chain/lanyard clips, and more. Price: $32.99 The ideas are endless. Check out their amazing library of DIY tutorials for all the inspiration you’ll need to start crafting your next project! www.carasupply.com Need a luxurious gift for a special woman in your life?

Self-care is always important, but after this year, ladies need something a little extra. Celestial Silk pillowcases turns mere sleep into a fabulous beauty slumber. Silk Pillowcases - help tresses stay tame and keep skin glowing. Add a silk spa headbands turn the mundane into a luxurious self-love experience. Hair stylists and dermatologists recommend silk pillowcases to keep hair smooth and skin moisturized and clear. Trendy, Pampering and Practical – and it happens while sleeping. Getting better sleep and helping tresses stay tame and moisturized is what dreams are made of. Starting at $35 and in 28 colors & prints, Celestial Silk pillowcases can match any decor. All purchases come beautifully boxed, ready for giftgiving. Check it out here at www.celestialsilk.com.

Great Stocking Stuffer order them a personalized custom Drink Buddy! That’s My Buddy drink insulator is a novel and fun gift where you can upload the face of anyone (your pet dog, cat, hamster or wife, husband, baby, co-worker, etc.) and a choice from a lot of super fun backgrounds-washable, reusable and easy to store-makes a great stocking stuffer.

Check it out at www.thatsmybuddy.com Custom Mask are also available www.thatsmybuddy.com/custom-masks/.

Lumicharge-LD (desk lamp, wireless speaker, charger & voice activated)the Lumicharge LD is an all-in-one lamp that is affordably priced, eye friendly and has a bluetooth speaker, phone charger (two at a time) and its compact size takes up little room on any desk at home, office, dorm or kitchen counter! price: $69 available: www.

Thelumicharge.com or Amazon.

Mommy & Me • Preschoolers Boys Gymnastics • Camps Tumbling • Cheerleading Recreational and Competitive Teams

Great for soccer games, picnics, the beach and more! Mambe Waterproof Blankets*Holiday Red is now Available! Mambe Waterproof Blankets have a variety of blankets for all of your outdoor blanket needs and all feature 100% waterproof/ windproof, Genuine Polartec ® Classic Fleece, stuff sack and is guaranteed for life-bring on the cold! They also offer a silky throw for the person who likes to snuggle!

PRICE: Essential- $79, Extreme- $89 and Super Extreme- $179 AVAILABLE: www. mambeblankets.com or Amazon

Mention PB Parenting & receive a FREE trial class!

For more info call 561.868.0288 6752 Lantana Rd Ste B • Lake Worth Between Jog Road & Hagen Ranch Road

www.geniesgymnastics.com

Holiday Travel with Kids

During COVID-19

BY MELANY TROLLER, MS.ED.

As if traveling with kids isn’t hard enough - add in a global pandemic along with strict health and safety guidelines and it can feel almost impossible. If you choose to travel and have checked out all the facts such as positive cases in the area you are traveling to, travel restrictions, and local ordinances, to name a few, check out the following tips to help make holiday travel with kids a little less chaotic during COVID-19.

General Travel Tips: Regardless of how you choose to travel, you should consider packing some health and safety essentials to keep you and your family safe. Make sure these items are easily accessible and consider keeping them in a carry-on or small bag that can be kept out of the trunk.

16 November 2020| PB Parenting |

Hand sanitizer - If flying, consider taking an individual bottle per person (at least 60% alcohol) as per TSA bottle size regulations.

Masks - Pack extra masks for any possibility - masks get wet, they can fit uncomfortably, they can break, the list goes on. Taking extra masks and having them readily accessible can help avoid wearing an uncomfortable alternative provided by any location you are at that requires masks.

Band aids - Bringing your own band aids reduces the need to stop at a store or ask for one from wherever you might be, minimizing exposure to other travelers.

Snacks - Surprisingly, many places might close early, be it at the airport

or on the road. Having snacks available can help in a pinch if you find yourself without other options.

Over-the-counter Medicine - As a parent I have always traveled with children’s acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

It is also a good idea to pack some over-the-counter allergy medication as different regions have different allergens, especially during fall and winter.

Disinfecting wipes - Many brands offer travel packages or you can put some from a larger container in a plastic baggy. Disinfecting wipes allow you to control the cleanliness of what you come into contact with, including doors, toilets, and chairs on airplanes and at restaurants to name a few.

By Car: If you choose to travel by car you should

Reserve your spot today!

Now registering for Pk3, Pk4, and K-8

To learn more about St. Clare Catholic School, or schedule a tour please contact: admissions@stclarecatholicschool.org 561.622.7171 • www.stclareschool.com 821 Prosperity Farms Road North Palm Beach, FL 33408

We thank you for learning, playing, and exploring with us!

Celebrating our 20th Year!

We look forward to another year of fun!

Reservations for play required Masks required for ages 2 and up.

129 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach

number to be even greater (especially around Thanksgiving).

Additionally, setting up a stopping point and making a hotel reservation is highly recommended. Many people will be traveling by car and you don’t want to end up without a place to stay, especially if you’re traveling with pets.

Many hotels do allow pets, but play it safe and call ahead.

absolutely plan for a time cushion for many reasons. In a normal year, car travel congests the roads during the holidays due to the sheer number of vehicles on the road. Now, as people are making decisions on which mode of travel is safest for them, expect this

WE

By Plane: As always, plan to arrive at the airport two hours prior to your boarding time to make sure you have ample time to check bags if necessary and go through security. Expect everything to take more time than usual and don’t forget that travel is high during the holidays.

Check out the regulations at the airport that are expected at your point of departure as well as your point of arrival. If you have a layover, check out

!

EN P EO R A

Go online or call to reserve your party today!

SAVE 20% OFF ADMISSION OR PARTY WITH PROMO CODE: PBPARENT

that airport’s rules as well.

I am not a safety expert. There is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 that exists in any public place where people are present. Check out the CDC periodically for updates on considerations for public safety as well as the travel requirements for the place(s) you are traveling to.

Melany Troller is a mom, educator, freelance writer, and teaching & learning consultant. You can reach her at committedtoteachingandlearning @gmail.com

Fall Mini Sessions $200 - 20 minutes 10 digital images.

Mention this Ad. www.lynnstudios1.com • Family Lifestyle Portraits • Maternity/Newborn • Weddings/Engagements

561-267-3214

Safe Holiday Travels & a Blessed Thanksgiving PB Parenting

Join us at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium for our upcoming Fall and Winter Camps for young scientists ages 7-12!

| PBParenting.com | November 2020 19 4801 Dreher Tr N, WPB, FL 33405 • (561) 832-2026 • SFScienceCenter.org

School Closures and Math Learning Loss

BY SHAMIRAN DUMONT This chaotic and unprecedented year has schedule in mathematics retention. barrelled through our lives and brought Psychologists agree that regular and with it change that none of us could have steady learning of math skills promotes anticipated. If you’re anything like me, the strongest retention of long-term math then you keep hoping that the pandemic understanding. will one day disappear seemingly as Summer isn’t the only pre-Covid time that quickly as it turned our lives upside we can look back at to project the impact down back in March. Unfortunately, of this year’s school closures. In order to there’s reason to believe that this year’s nationally standardize the beginning of inconsistencies in K-12 education will the school year to the Fall,the German cause a ripple effect into all of our futures. federal government planned to have two Prior to this year, there were already shortened school years in 1966 and 1967 concerns about extended school breaks (the 1966 school year lasted from April to and their consequential learning losses.

November, and the 1967 school year went We’ve all seen the glazed looks our kids from December to July). The students who give us at the tail-end of Summertime experienced the two shortened school when someone has the audacity to ask years received a total of three quarters them what 7 times 8 is. An array of studies of a year less instruction than usual. A have found that school closures during longitudinal study was performed for the Summer time consequently slide back this group of students to see what the knowledge gains from the prior school long term consequences of their school year, especially in mathematics. Math closures would be, if any. Just last year, is hit the hardest due to the cognitive Franziska Hampf concluded that math importance of a consistent learning skills learning loss can be seen for this

20 November 2020| PB Parenting |

group even into their late 60s. This math learning loss translated into an average of 5% wage losses over the course of their working lives (CyganRehm, 2018[27]). Even though Germany planned for the school closures in advance, their negative impact could be seen well into the new millennium.

What learning losses should we expect in our own kids after the world returns to normal (hopefully, as soon as possible!)?

At Brown University, Kuhfeld et al. based a series of Covid-19 learning loss projections on prior findings related to absenteeism, regular summer breaks, and school closures. Under their projections, they anticipate that students could lose more than 60% of their math knowledge from the previous year.

Before our kids even ventured into the uncharted waters of distance learning, they were already operating at a tank half-full (this one’s for my optimists out

AT

Mental Health Counseling Sessions Grossmayer Wellness Center • Treating young kids, teens, and adults • EMDR therapy now offered • Accepting new clients • We offer telehealth • In office sessions upon request • Accepting insurance: Cigna, Aetna, Magellan, Espyr, Managed Care Concepts, E4 Health Madeleine and Justin Grossmayer, LCSW (561) 602-1485 · grossmayerwellnesscenter.com Facebook.com/SocialSkillsMatter Facebook.com/GrossmayerWellnessCenter

12161 Ken Adams Way, #173 & 178 · Wellington

Register online for our Thanksgiving Week School’s Out Workshops!

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE

palmbeachstate.edu/SYC

561.868.3646

CLASSES CAMPS PARTIES OUTREACH

there). With continued irregularity of instruction and curriculum management, students may find themselves grappling with gaps in understanding that could hold them Pediatric Dentistry back from making the progress in math Specializing in Dentistry for Infants, Children, Adolescents ecializing in Dentistry for Infants, Children, Adolescents and those with Special Health Care needs and those with Special Health Care needs that may be expected and needed.

Michael J. Roseff, DMD, Michael J. Roseff, DMD, LLC LLC

With learning loss likely to be more prevalent than ever due to the chaos Boynton FL 33472 784 Boynton Beach Blvd, #103, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 the pandemic has unleashed on our 561-732-8333 h# 561-732-8333 fax# 561-732-8375 roseffpediatricdentistry@comcast.net educational infrastructure, now is a www.roseffpediatricdentistry.com Facebook MySpace StumbleUpon Digg great time to revisit our approach to math. Our kids are all over the map with their own array of strengths and Slash Dot Mixx Skype Technorati weaknesses in their math skills, so an individualized approach to their math understanding is key to helping them • Cheer • YouTube Dance Reddit Gymnastics FriendFeed LinkedIn catch up, keep up, and get ahead.

Martial Arts • Ninja Zone • Personal At Mathnasium, your locally owned Training Classes • Summer Camp math-only learning center, we’re Newsvine SlideShare Birthday Parties • ParentsGoogle Night Out Google Talk 6500 South Rogers Circle #1000 finding that more parents than ever Boca Raton • 561.998.4225 are reaching out for supplemental www.gokidschoice.com Yahoo Yahoo Buzz Netvibes AOL education that caters to exactly

diatric Dentist

Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Delicious Town Canyon

Microsoft

App Store

Qik

Tumblr

Behance

Friendster

RSS

Flickr Center

MSN

Twitter Beach,

Apple

Retweet

MobileMe

1 in 7 children faces hunger.

Amazon

Last.fm

Mister Wong

There’s more than enough food in America for every child Viddler whoVimeo struggles with hunger. Virb Help get kids the food they need by supporting Feeding America, the nationwide network of foodBlogger banks. Together, we can solve hunger™.

WordPerss Posterous Join us at FeedingAmerica.org

1 in 7 children faces hunger.

Design Float

Deviant Art

Design Bump

There’s more than enough food in America for every child Squidoo This get kids the food they whoBebo struggles with hunger. Share Help need by supporting Feeding America, the nationwide network of food banks. Together, we can solve hunger™.

Email Join us at FeedingAmerica.org

Update #1

Google Buzz

Picasa

Bing

Meetup

what their kid needs so that they can be supported back up the COVID Slide.

For more information about Mathnasium, go to Mathnasium.com and find the location nearest you. Shamiran Dumont is the proud owner of Mathnasium of West Palm Beach.

You can reach her by calling her at (561) 421MATH (6284) or emailing westpalmbeach@ mathnasium.com.

References Hampf, Franziska (2019), The Effect of Compulsory Schooling on Skills: Evidence from a Reform in Germany, ifo Working Paper 313, ifo Institute for Economic Research, Munich. Cygan-Rehm, Kamila (2018), “Is Additional Schooling Worthless?

Revising the Zero Returns toCompulsory Schooling in Germany”, CESifo Working Paper 7191, CESifo, Munich. Kuhfeld, Megan, James Soland, Beth Tarasawa, Angela Johnson, Erik Ruzek, Jing Liu (2020), “Projecting the Potential Impacts of Covid-19 School Closures on Academic Achievement”, Ed Working Papers No. 20-26 , Annenberg (May), Brown University.

Non-Surgical & Surgical treatments for people of all ages included but are not limited to: Foot & Ankle Pain • Sports Injuries • Pediatric Flat foot • Point Evaluations Toenail and Skin conditions • Custom orthotics • Diabetic foot care Dr. Brett Fried was born and Dr. Daniel Elgut attended University Dr. Jonathan M. Cutler attended Dr. Joshua P. Daly grew up in the Washington University in St Louis, of Florida and earned a BA degree small town of Grenada, Mississippi. raised in New York. Watching his in Health Sciences. After which, he MO, and earned a BA degree. After He followed the family tradition and grandfather deal with diabetes he attended Podiatry School at Barry which, he attended Podiatry School attended Mississippi State University started to appreciate the field of University in Miami Shores where to pursue a degree in Microbiology. medicine. After obtaining his BS at Dr. William M Scholl College he graduated with honors followed After graduating Magna Cum Laude degree he went on to attend medical of Podiatry, followed by a surgical by a residency at JFK Hospital. He is residency at Johns Hopkins, Liberty with a Bachelor of Science his natural school at the prestigious New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Board Qualified American College of Medical in Baltimore, MD. He interest in business and leadership Manhattan, NY., followed by surgical Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Elgut is a Diplomate of the American led him to business school where residency in NYC and Georgia. He is very involved in the community Board of Podiatric Surgery, a Board he obtained his MBA degree. He is a a Board Certified Foot Surgeon. including Fit Feet Screenings for attended medical school at the New Certified Foot Surgeon and has During 9/11, he volunteered his skills Special Olympics and US Marine been a respected part of the medical York College of Podiatric Medicine in to help the rescue workers injured Corp Toys for Tot Program.

Manhattan, NY. community for over 25 years. during the recovery efforts.

Five South Florida Foot and Ankle Centers To Serve You!

Royal Palm Beach....................................11412 Okeechobee Blvd. Phone: (561) 793-6170 Palm Beach Gardens..............................3375 Burns Rd., Suite 107 Phone: (561) 691-4682 Lake Worth.........................................3618 Lantana Rd., Suite:102 Phone: (561) 967-4999 Belle Glade....................................... 1100 S. Main Street Suite 200 Phone: (561) 993-9968 Palm Beach Lakes.............................2047 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. Phone: (561) 793-6170

Visit our website - www.SFFAC.com

Q & A: Rapid COVID Test Your Questions Answered Rapid COVID-19 Testing Q: What is the process for the rapid COVID-19 test?

A: The sample is collected via nasal swab of both nostrils. The test takes approximately 15 minutes to process results.

Q: Who is eligible for the test?

A: The rapid COVID-19 test has been evaluated for use in patients within the first 5 days of symptoms of possible COVID-19.

Symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, headache, muscle aches, and rash, including “COVID toes.” A runny or stuffy nose as an isolated symptom is not strongly suggestive of COVID-19.

Q: Can I bring my child in specifically for a COVID-19 test?

A: The rapid COVID-19 test will be given only upon medical evaluation by our providers to patients with suggestive COVID-19 symptoms within the past 5 days. The test has not been evaluated for use for asymptomatic patients or for those with symptoms that have lasted longer than 5 days.

Q: Is there a minimum age?

A: There is no minimum age for the rapid

24 November 2020| PB Parenting |

COVID-19 test. We treat children from newborn through age 21.

Q: Is the test accurate?

A: Positive results are definitive. A negative rapid COVID-19 test is not definitive, and must be followed with a PCR test to confirm a negative result.

Patients with a negative rapid COVID-19 test must remain in quarantine until their follow-up PCR result is confirmed positive and they meet the CDC’s symptomatic criteria for clearance. We are not able to clear symptomatic patients over the phone when we call with the results of a negative PCR test. Patients should be seen again by their primary care provider to assure that they meet the CDC’s symptomatic criteria.

Q: What is the cost?

A: Please confirm coverage directly with your insurance provider.

For more information go to https://www. afterhourspediatrics.com/covid-19/rapidcovid-testing-kids/ Sources: Dr. Lou Romig, MD, Medical Director, After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care, Tampa Dr. Jason Schulman, MD, Medical Director, After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care, South Florida

Prevent the spread of COVID-19 in

7 STEPS 01

Wash your hands frequently

02

Wear a mask and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

03

Cover your cough using the bend of your elbow or a tissue

04

Avoid crowded places and close contact with anyone that has fever or cough

05

Stay at home if you feel unwell

06

If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early — but call first

07

Get information from trusted sources

SOURCE: WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION

I asked what kind of family Amina wanted. She said, ‘A family like yours.’ That’s when I knew I had to adopt her.

Denise, adopted 17-year-old Amina

LEARN ABOUT ADOPTING A TEEN YO U C A N ’ T I M AG I N E T H E R E WA R D

A D O P T U S K I D S . O R G