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Spring Fever (n.) A feeling of restlessness and excitement felt at the beginning of spring Have you got a case? After the long, cold winter we’ve had, it seems everyone is just bursting to get outside! And though the temperature may not really qualify as “warm” yet, that doesn’t stop kids (and parents, too) from shedding those heavy coats and boots for t-shirts and sandals …even if we do shiver a little. The month of April has us thinking about all things spring – and a road trip seems like a good place to start. We’re lucky to live in an area where there is so much to do within such a short driving distance. If you’re looking for a vacation destination not too far from home, be sure to check out our article Let’s Go “Across the Border.” Our neighboring states have all kinds of fun things to do with your family this spring. April also marks the beginning of several important campaigns. Autism Awareness Month starts April 1st. In Real Talk About Autism, we address the common misperceptions people often have about 06 INDYSCHILD.COM April 2018
autism, and how local parents of children on the spectrum hope to dispel these myths. Women’s Health Awareness Day is recognized on April 7th, so we’re taking a look at the largest organ of our body – our skin. Read Ask a Dermatologist for answers to a few of the questions moms ask most. And finally, April 30th marks the beginning of National Screen Free Week. We all know how vital it is to limit our kids’ digital access, but how well do we do it ourselves? Monitoring Screen Time – for Parents will open your eyes to just how important this issue is. And lastly, that old phrase “April showers brings May flowers” couldn’t be more true – and while we wouldn’t trade those daffodils and tulips for anything, those spring rains can be a bummer. The remedy? Our Rainy Day Fun Guide has plenty of indoor activities to make even the wettest day a boatload of fun. There’s only one way to cure a case of spring fever – get outside and enjoy everything this season has to offer!
happy spring!
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