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Reasons
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Child
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The sandwich
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Who is Caring
for You?
baby's
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
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Mindfulness Meditation for Children
National Nutrition Month
Throwing a Stress-Free Party
first three years
see page 12
2016 ultimate Birthday Party Guide
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Contents
mom 2 mom
6Mindful Meditation
Boost Focus, Ease
Stress
moms R women 2
10 The Sandwich
Generation
know 2 grow
21 Reaching for the Stars
also in this issue
5 Some of My Faves
8Food As a Way to
Connect to Our
Children
12 Business Spotlight:
Kadar Orthodontics
features
15
29 Business Spotlight:
Cavallaro Family
Practice
Birthday Party
Guide
14 Buying Guide
22 Summer Camp Guide
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Crepe Paper Fun
N
o Tape Needed! What an easy
way to keep kids occupied and
decorate the house!
Sari and her cousin Ryan found old rolls
of crepe paper and decided to get the
house all ready for Sari’s daddy’s birthday. I happened to have a bunch of colors of crepe paper in a drawer and forgot
all about it. They not only wrapped crepe
around the stairway (no tape necessary,
tie wherever you can), they striped the
floor (still no tape), decorated the chairs
and twirled it from place to place. The
house looked “lovely” and, what’s great,
is that this inexpensive bit of KIDFUN
is re-usable. When they were done, we
made a game of rolling up the crepe paper and back in the drawer it went for
another dull day when some KIDFUN
will brighten the mood!
Special Thanks
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Thanks to all the South Jersey Moms that
participated in our Birthday Party Survey
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The results are in!
What is your greatest concern
with at-home party?
Time3%
Space58%
Money14%
Mess25%
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Not only a South Jersey Mom, Sharla Feldscheris a proud South Jersey Grandmom (Grammy, as she prefers to becalled). The author of
six books on creative ideas to do with young children, including two KIDFUN Activity Books published by HarperCollins, she has a blog
at www.kidfunandmore.com with more easy-to-do KIDFUN ideas. Sharla has her own public relations business in Philadelphia. A real
kid-believer, she began her career as the first PR Director of the Please Touch Museum and started her own business with Sesame Place
as her first account, representing the park for 26 years.
Will you be planning a
birthday party in the
next 3 months, if so age
range?
1 to 3
18%
4-619%
7-923%
10-1329%
14 & up
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How likely are you to arrange
party outside of home?
Not likely
16%
Likely41%
Very likely
43%
Do you plan at-home party for
family and out-of-home party
for friends?
Not likely
41%
Likely33%
Very likely
26%
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a letter from the EDITOR
W
elcome to the annual
Birthday Party issue! While
we always hope our pages
are inspirational, this month
we’re featuring South Jersey
locations to throw your kids a perfect birthday extravaganza (page 15). Birthdays are meant
to be a joy, but with busy lives for todays super
moms make the day hassle free and hand over the
details to enjoy the day with family and friends.
Be sure to see what our very own South Jersey
MOMs have to say about their next birthday
party (page 4). And, need I remind you…the
clock is ticking to find the right camp for your
kids this summer. This month be sure to check
out “8 Reasons Why Your kid Needs Camp”,
(page 22). There are so many positive reasons
to send your kids to camp, but the way I see
it, resilience is the best skill for kids to obtain.
Jess Michaels, Director of Communications at
the NJ and NY divisions of the American Camp
Association says, “It is important for children to
develop resilience for coping with the obstacles
and stresses that inevitably will happen in their
lives. At camp, children are often problem
solving, adapting to change, and building
confidence. These are all tools that help children
to cope with hurdles they may encounter and
therefore build resiliency.” I love this concept!
In addition to Editor of South Jersey MOM, I am
also a licensed psychotherapist and work with
youth through adults that need problem solving
skills. So often, kids are isolated in the summer
on social media instead of navigating social
situations in person. Attending Summer Camp
allows kids of all ages to connect, navigate and
make autonomous decisions every day. This
month is National Nutrition Month and be sure
to look for Erin Taylor’s column (page 8) on
how important it is to help create healthy eating
and exercise habits with your kids. Today’s
generation spend so much time with a device
in their hand instead of a ball. I challenge you
this month to play with your kids outside: take
a walk, play soccer, throw a football, ride a
skateboard and draw on the pavement with
chalk. Be adventurous! The possibilities are
endless.✲
Your friend & fellow MOM,
Karen Ognibene
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mom 2 mom
Mindfulness Meditation
Boost Focus, Ease Stress
By Angela De Groot
T
ake a deep breath.” How many times
have you used that phrase to calm
an over-whelmed child? Mindfulness
meditation takes this sound advice a step
further.
Mindfulness meditation is the practice
of focusing our attention on our breathing to
help train our brains to be fully present in each
moment and to be in touch with our experiences
in a non-judgmental way. It is about cultivating
an awareness of our emotions - responding
rather than reacting.
Mindfulness meditation teaches kids
to pause so that they can assess what they
need and how they feel at that point in time.
For instance, rather than freaking out over
the mountain of homework due the next day,
mindfulness can help kids calmly focus their
attention on the particular assignment in front
of them without stressing about what else they
have hanging over them.
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Lori Posner, a licensed family therapist
from Cherry Hill, admits that most kids are
skeptical when she first suggests mindfulness
meditation. Posner responds with, “You cannot
stop the waves, but what if you could learn
to surf?” She helps kids recognize that they
are stressed or that their emotions are out of
control. When they reach this stage, they are
motivated to find a way to change things. “You
have to get them to buy into it,” Posner says.
“They need a good reason to give it a try.”
With younger children, Posner uses a
“breathing buddy” to guide meditation. She
rests a small stuffed animal on the child’s
tummy. The child is able to focus on their
breathing while watching the toy rise and fall
with each inhalation and exhalation. Whenever
they feel anxious, they can pull out their
breathing buddy.
Adolescents can be harder to persuade to
give mindfulness meditation a try. However,
the science behind how it can re-wire the brain
and change thought patterns is persuasive.
Once teens recognize the impact obsessive
negative thinking can have on their feelings and
resulting actions, they may be more inclined
toward mindfulness. Mindfulness meditation
can help them become more self-aware. Studies
show that mindfulness meditation can improve
concentration and test scores, decrease anxiety
and stress, increase empathy and help develop
coping skills.
There are smartphone apps available for
mindfulness meditation. Posner recommends
Stop, Breathe and Think. This app not only
explains the basics of meditation and what you
can expect, but also how meditation works.
Users can take the emotions survey then choose
from a variety of targeted guided meditations.
Here’s how to get started:
• Choose a time to practice daily (start with
10-15 minutes.)
• Sit in a quiet spot or meditate while walking
or running.
• Focus on each breath, on the sensation of air
flowing in and out of your body.
• As thoughts creep into your mind,
acknowledge them without judgment. Let
them go and re-focus your attention on your
breathing.
• Don’t berate yourself if you get antsy, or
if you feel like you are doing it wrong.
Mindfulness meditation is not about
emptying your mind. It is about focusing
your attention while recognizing that each
interrupting thought is merely a diversion.
• Keep practicing daily. It is exercise for the
mind. The benefits will become apparent
after about two weeks.
“What could be more important than learning
and practicing how to pay attention, how to be
more present, and how to be more comfortable
in one’s own skin, with one’s own thoughts
and feelings and body?” asks Jon Kabat-Zinn,
Professor of Medicine Emeritus and creator
of the Stress Reduction Clinic, in the book,
Sitting Still Like a Frog, by Eline Snel.✲
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Food As a Way to
Connect to Our
Children
A
s March is Nutrition Month, it is a good time to talk about kids
and eating. Given that we know more about nutrition than ever
before, this can be a tricky subject with many families. Parents
feel the stress to get their children to eat healthily, but that positive desire
can have unintended consequences, as parents and kids become locked
in mealtime battles. Food should never be the subject of a battle between
kids and their parents. Mealtime should be a time of connection, relaxation, trying new foods, and enjoying familiar ones. As parents, the best
thing we can do is to do our best to eat a healthy diet (lean protein, fruit,
vegetables, healthy fats, and less white, starchy foods) and model for our
kids how to develop not only a good relationship with food, but a good relationship with our bodies. That means getting regular exercise, (the gym,
walking, gardening or something else) and loving our bodies and not
talking openly negative about our bodies. Our relationship with food is
Erin Taylor, MA
connected to so much more
than simply what we put into our mouths.
As parents, we can get caught up in trying to force our kids to live
a healthy lifestyle, including having a healthy diet. It can stress us out.
But it helps to remember that it is normal for kids to go through phases as
they grow up where they only want to eat a small number of foods. These
phases can really stress parents. As long as the child is continuing to grow
and is healthy in all other areas, it is best to just relax through these phases
and remember that most likely “this too shall pass.” Use food as a tool to
connect with your children instead of battling them.✲
Erin Taylor, MA is a wife, therapist, parent coach, mom to four children ages 7, 9
and 12 and author of Connection and Kindness: The Key to Changing the World
Through Parenting. Her oldest daughter died of a heart defect as a baby. Building
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moms r women 2
I
The Sandwich Generation
By Dr. Kelly Moore
f you are currently caring for an elderly parent and your own children,
you may be referred to as a member of the Sandwich Generation. This
is a popular term used to describe someone holding the dual responsibility of caring for an elderly or ill parent, while simultaneously caring
for their own children. Much has been said about the stressors associated
with the demands of meeting the needs of family in this situation. Despite
the stressors, there are ways that one can cope and approach the challenges of this circumstance. Here are 4 ideas to try if you are a member of “the
Sandwich Generation:”
Take good care of yourself FIRST: If you have traveled on a plane, you
may recall hearing the flight instructions to follow in the event that the
oxygen masks drop from above you. The instruction is to secure your own
mask before assisting other passengers-even your children! The rationale
for that instruction is true for other areas of our life. We must take care of
ourselves before we can take care of others. The responsibility of caring
for parents and children simultaneously requires you to be your best self,
which means taking time to unwind, and engage in an activity that brings
you pleasure. Commit to yourself that you will take at least one day per
month to take good care of YOU!
Create structure: You don’t have to be a Type A person to appreciate
the benefits of a schedule. Creating some structure to your caregiving
responsibilities is key to ensuring that your life feels less chaotic. Use
Sunday evenings as time to write down all of the activities that you need
to accomplish for yourself, your children and significant other, and your
parents. Seeing everything written down will help you make sense of
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what is a more immediate focus and help you to prioritize what needs to
be done. Once you have set the list of priorities, schedule the days/times
that you will accomplish these tasks. Try not to be too rigid, leaving some
cushion time in case your plans are interrupted.
Ask for help: This is so simple, but sometimes it is good to be reminded.
There are numerous stressors and demands when you have to take care of
your older or ailing parent, and your children. You may have various negative emotional responses to the experience. However, if you have other
family members locally, or even close friends, make a commitment to
yourself that at least once each month, you will ask someone to help you
with your caregiving tasks. Try to keep in mind that your support people
may not do the tasks exactly like you, but the goal is to give you the time
to regroup or focus on other responsibilities.
Accept that you will have good and bad days! Oftentimes, it is easier
to notice the hectic parts of the day, the feelings of anxiety about the
health of our parents, or the times when our child would not stop tantruming so you could finish helping your parent get dressed. However, try to
take time each day or week to notice the parts of your hectic life that you
are grateful for: the fact that your parents may be living with you and have
a chance to interact with their grandchildren, or that you get to return the
gift of caregiving to your parent, who at one point did the same for you.
Find ways to see the benefit in your experience, while accepting that some
days will be harder than other.✲
Dr. Kelly Moore is a licensed psychologist NJ License #5435
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wounded area moist and clean.
Walgreens; $13
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Pump Rocket Air Archer (I)
Get ready for a revolution! Simply
pull back the launcher piston and
when it’s fully drawn back, let
go and...WHOOOSH! Capable of
traveling up to 150 feet, kids will
be amazed. Plus, it encourages
hand/eye coordination as well as
physical activity, since someone
has to retrieve those rockets!
www.geospaceplay.com; $20
Bouquet Collection A-Line
Pleated Dress w/ Flysleeve
& Panty (J)
Looking for that special Easter
dress? Then, look no further!
This dress is so special with
white peter-pan collar with
embroidered flower bouquets
on the edges to match the flower
bouquets along the white
contrast hem. The fly sleeves are
so sweet, it will tickle you pink!
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Playskool Fold’n Go Busy
Elephant (F)
Foldable, washable, and easy for
on the go, this soft toy includes 7
different activities for your baby.
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2016 Birthday Party Guide
CoCo Key
CoCo Key Water Resort located in Mt.
Laurel, NJ invite you to make your child
splashiest birthday yet! At CoCo Key our
birthday parties are fun for them and
easy for you, with our all-inclusive
packages. Call 856-802-3928;
www.mtlaurelcocokey.com
Enchanted Dreams
Since 2003 Voted “Best Children’s Birthday
Party” SJ Magazine! Ages 3-8. Dress-up,
Imaginative Fun, Enthusiastic Staff! Private
Parties! Princess Camp, Rock Star Parties
and Daisy Troops. Haddonfield
www.enchanteddreams.biz;
856-429-9909
Edwards Events & Entertainment
Our Entertainment lineup includes
everything from award winning Caricature
Artists, Balloon Artists, Face Painter,
Henna and Temporary Tattoos,, Stilt
Walkers, Jugglers, and Sand Art and
Spin Art ! Sand Art and Spin Art! We can
plan your event to include D.J.’s, Bands,
and even Inflatables! We also offer
catering packages as well! We’re Artists
at Making Your Event a Success!! www.
edwardseventsandentertainment.com;
856-227-1217
Kids Music Round
Miss Marcia’s high-energy, interactive
music parties will engage all your guests,
from infants to grandparents! Guitar,
ribbon wands, parachute, instruments,
toys, and great, popular music will have
everyone singing, clapping, dancing and
laughing. www.singmarcia.com;
215-917-2999
Once Upon a Painting
We are a mobile paint party business that
brings the art studio to you!
Check out our website for a unique,
creative idea for your child’s birthday party!
www.OnceUponaPaintingParty.com;
609-680-2819
The Gymnastics and
Cheerleading Academy
Make your child a STAR for the day, by
having his or her birthday party at the
GCA. Our facility offers play time in an inground foam pit, moon-bounce, zip-line,
trampolines, obstacle courses, and more.
Like us on FB 5 Larwin Rd, Cherry Hill NJ
08034 www.TheGCAcademy.com;
856-795-4599
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Party On, Mom: Throwing Mess-Free,
Stress-Free Parties
Outside Of Your Home!
By Brie Latini
B
irthday parties for our children can be the highlight of the year!
What more fun is there than watching your child celebrate his or
her special day, surrounded by friends and family? The part that is
not as much fun? Cleaning up the wreckage of your home after a full day
of feting a five-year-old.
Throwing a party outside of your home can be the solution to finding a way to party on without running the risk of too much party on your
couch. Handing the reigns over to party professionals means that you have
the chance to relax a bit during the festivities, and that you leave the mess
behind when you pay the bill. Some venues will even provide the invites,
paper goods, food and cake as part of the package! But, planning a party
outside of the home still takes some work.
w Start by considering your audience. If your guests will be very young
children, then the rock climbing gym may not be a viable option. Think
about the things your child likes to do, since he or she is the guest of
honor, and then start looking for places that can show the kids a great
time in a safe, friendly environment.
w Even though the party mechanics are out of your hands, you can still
personalize the celebration the same way you would at your home.
Create handmade invites, customize the color scheme, and bring your
own cake, balloons, music, etc. Just because you are not welcoming
guests to your home doesn’t mean you can’t bring a bit of hominess to
your party site.
w Book well in advance- this is important advice! One of the downfalls
of a party held at an outside venue is that it’s difficult to just throw one
together at the last minute. The places that are good at what they do
will book quickly. Be sure to leave a wide amount of time to ensure the
ideal date!
w Do your homework on the places you are considering. While you will
never find a potential party site with 100% customer satisfaction, you
can weigh the opinions of others with your own needs and expectations
to get the best idea of who is best suited to meet those needs.✲
Brie Latini is a mom and writer from southern New Jersey. She is a regular contributor
to South Jersey Mom and shares her personal stories at her blog, www.abreezylife.com.
These are just a few of my favorite
party places in southern New Jersey!
Dave and Busters: With kid-friendly food and
hundreds of games for the whole family.
Bounce U: Great bouncy party venue that is clean,
safe and fun!
The Treehouse Café, Audubon: Your little
princesses can enjoy a real tea party while your
adult guests munch on the delicious fare and enjoy
the homey, relaxed atmosphere!
Chick-fil-A: The fast-food chain can help you throw
and easy-peasy party that will have your kids as
happy as little chicks! Simple, fun, and affordable!
You also have the option to invite extra entertainment, such as a balloon artist or a face painter.
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Create-A-Face
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“Creating Smiles
One Party at a Time”
Face Painting • Balloon Twisting
Mascot Characters
267.471.6644
www.CreateAFaceToday.com
Pottery Painting Parties are
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Pick your piece and paint away!
Attentive Staff
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Fahrenheit Ceramic Studio • Pitman, NJ
For party packages and more info visit
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609.287.7077
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• High energy dance
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Parties include recording
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Also available for hall rentals
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or parents, seeing that our children reach their full potential mentally and physically is the most important thing. We celebrate triumphs and encourage our children to excel. As they continue on
their journey, we use signs to measure growth and development.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises on four
main areas of development that we follow: gross motor skills, fine motor
skills, language/communications and social skills.
3 months you will see your child smile spontaneously. They will love to
play and may cry when playtime stops. They may mimic your movements and facial expressions. They may begin to babble or copy sounds
they hear. They are becoming more independent and may hold their head
unsupported and push down on hard surfaces. Increased mobility at this
age; includes the ability to roll over from tummy to back, or push up
from their stomach to elbows.
know 2 grow
6 months child recognizing faces, your baby loves to play with others,
especially mom and dad. Your baby responds to other people’s emotions
and often seems happy. Baby will show curiosity about things around
them and try to get things that are out of reach. You will see some major
strides in physical development. Baby will start to sit without support,
may even begin to “army crawl” or roll over in both directions.
9 months your baby my start to become afraid of strangers. In contrast,
they may become clingy with unfamiliar adults. And make sure you
have their favorite blankly or toy as they develop favorites. Baby is also
making strides in the communication with their hand and mouth; using
fingers to point at things and making sounds like, “mama and baba.
12 months a baby shows major changes. They may imitate words their
parents says. They will explore things in different ways; like shaking,
banging or throwing. They will also start to use thing correctly like a cup
to drink and comb to brush their hair. They can follow simple directions
like, “pick up the toy.”
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know 2 grow
Reaching for the Stars
18 months the dreaded temper tantrums begin. Your baby may play pretend, feeding a doll or changing diapers. They may cling to caregivers
in new situations. Your baby is declaring their independence at this age;
walking alone, walking up steps, pulling toys by walking. String several
words together.
Age 2 your child copies others, gets excited when with other children,
shows defiant behavior, and plays beside other children but is starting to
include other children. Speech grows as your child repeats words overheard in conversation and begins to utter 2-4 word phrases.
Age 3 your toddler shows concern for a crying friend. Your 3 year old
will demonstrate a wide range of emotions. They follow instructions and
can name familiar things. They know all about them; age, name, sex.
Now, even strangers can understand your 3-year old most of the time.
They will carry on conversations in 2 to 3 sentences.
According to Dr. Deborah Hung, M.D. of Advocare West Deptford
Pediatrics while development is different with every child the best way
to ensure normal development is being interactive and engaged with
your baby/child.
When to be Concerned:
Parents should speak with their child’s doctor if they have concerns
about delayed milestones. In some cases, the child may not actually be
delayed but just may be progressing at his/her own pace, which could
still be within the range of normal. If your child’s doctor confirms a
delay in milestones, then the next step would be further evaluation by
Early Intervention.✲
To make a referral to the NJEIS call the Statewide Toll Free Referral
Number at: 888.653.4463.
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summer camp guide
8 REASONS YOUR child NEEDS CAMP
By Jess Michaels, Director of Communications
American Camp Association, NY & NJ
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t camp, children have the opportunity to go sailing, swim, play
sports and get to the top of the climbing wall. Children have the
time of their life at camp while trying all these new activities but
what many people don’t always realize is all the life skills children will
gain at camp that help them grow to be successful adults in both their
personal lives and in the workplace.
Here is just a short list of the reasons that your child needs camp for their
social education.
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Independence -When children go to day or overnight camp, they
are given the opportunity to grow more independent. Separation
from parents gives a child the ability to think independently which
builds self-esteem and confidence.
Resilience – It is important for children to develop resilience for
coping with the obstacles and stresses that inevitably will happen
in their lives. At camp, children are often problem solving, adapting to change, and building confidence. These are all tools that
help children to cope with hurdles they may encounter and therefore build resiliency.
Sense of community- Children become part of a community at
camp. They learn to share in camp traditions, work together, support each other, eat together and at overnight camp, live in bunks
together. For the majority of campers, being at summer camp is the
first time they have lived with or eaten every meal with a group of
people other than their family.
Confidence – Camp provides children with many opportunities to
build confidence. American Camp Association research has found
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that 92% of campers said that camp helped them feel good about
themselves and 70% of parents reported that their child gained
self-confidence at camp. When a child goes under water for the
first time, swims across the pool or goes on the zip line after being
apprehensive, children gain confidence by accomplishing something they didn’t think they could do.
Leadership – There are many ways children gain leadership skills
at camp. From teaching a new camper the camp songs to being a
“big brother” or “big sister” to the youngest campers to being a
captain for color war, children are learning to be leaders in their
camp community which is a skill that will help them in their personal and professional lives as they get older.
Break from technology – According to a Kaiser Family Foundation study, today’s children spend over 7.5 hours a day engaged in
media. Excessive media consumption prevents children from taking part in hands on activities and socializing with other children.
The majority of summer camps ban most technology, including
TV, smart phones, ipads and computers Taking a break from technology over the summer allows children to focus on learning new
skills and taking part in social interactions.
New experiences – Each day, children are trying something new
at camp. Whether it’s planting a vegetable in the organic garden,
getting on a horse, learning how to do the front crawl, or learning
how to serve in tennis, children are learning new skills and experiencing something different. Research by the American Camp
Association shows that 63% of campers continue to participate in
some of the new activities he or she learned at camp when they
get home.
Communication skills - Children at camp are constantly communicating with each other. There are no ipads or iphones for messaging, only one-on-one communication. Campers talk while in
their bunk, at meals, on the sports fields, and while doing projects
in arts & crafts. Today’s children need the camp environment more
than ever to have true face to face conversations without the use of
technology to communicate with each other.
Thinking of sending your child to camp? Contact Renee Flax at the American Camp Association, NY and NJ for free, one-on-one advice in finding
the right camp for your child. 212.391.5208/ [email protected] .
Cherry Hill Robotics Club
Summer Camps • Evening & Saturday Sessions
Our Robotics Club is geared for grade school and
middle school boys and girls. We bring “STEM”(Science,
Technology, Engineering and Math) to your child in a fun
camp type atmosphere.
The camp
is run by
NJ Certified
teachers
• LEGO,VIRTUAL and VEX Robotics
• New Young Engineers for 6-8 year olds
• Competition Teams now forming
2050 Fairfax Avenue • Cherry Hill
856.424.2777 • www.cherryhillrobotics.com
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Great Times
Day Camp
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OPEN HOUSES:
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Weekly Trips, Hot Lunch & Snacks Included
Door to Door Transportation & Extended Hours
Call Mike at 609.567.2166 for more information
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Camp Ockanickon
Overnight Camp for Boys
Camp Matollionequay
Overnight Camp for Girls
Lake Stockwell
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Registration for the 2016 Summer
Science Camp has Begun!
Looking to increase your child’s interest in
science? Don’t miss Wow! Science
Camp® this summer!
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We are a nonprofit academic enrichment program
dedicated to increasing children’s interest in science,
technology, engineering and math.
Through fun, age-appropriate hands-on projects and
experiments, campers learn important scientific concepts
in a manner that piques their interest.
How engaging is our program? More than 90 percent of
campers who participate wish to return the following year.
LOCATION:
Voorhees, NJ
ELIGIBILITY:
Children aged
5 to 14
OPTIONS:
Half-Day, Full-Day,
Weekly and
Bi-Weekly options
available
REGISTER AT WWW.WOWSCIENCECAMP.ORG
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Contact us by email: [email protected]
or call toll free: (877) 541-CAMP (2267)
Limited need based financial assistance available on first come, first served basis.
Summer Camp Down on the Farm!
From soil and seeds to chickens and bees...
and even a splash in the creek!
Weekly from June 27th to August 26th
8:30am to 3:30pm (extended day is available if needed)
Ages 6-11
WHAT IS FARM CAMP?
• Our “Junior Farmers” will experience a farmer’s
life, learning a new skill each week!
• Kids will plant and tend to their very own
garden, meet animals, learn about honeybees,
hunt for worms and bugs and eat farm fresh
snacks.
• Play field games, sing harvest songs, and
take home unique crafts like a recycled toy
terrarium and “worm farm.”
• And at the end of the season, they’ll harvest
their crop and enjoy the “fruits of their labor”!
856.599.8925
www.cecilcreekfarms.com
[email protected]
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avallaro Family Practice was established in 2011.Our goal is to
provide high quality, friendly and efficient medical care to you and
your entire family. Family Practice is our specialty. It encompasses adolescent, adult and geriatric medicine. We also focus on prevention,
health education and psychosocial concerns in collaboration with your
family to promote health and to prevent disease. We have developed a
comprehensive specialist referral network to compliment our service.
Our practice has expanded it’s services to include allergy testing and
immunotherapy, cosmetic laser procedures, and cardiovascular testing /
risk assessment with our state of the art ultrasound machine and Vasoscan
system.
The CoolSculpting fat freezing procedure is FDA-cleared and
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for good without surgery or downtime. CoolSculpting technology safely
delivers controlled cooling to gently and effectively target the fat cells underneath the skin. The treated fat cells become crystallized (frozen), then
die. Over time, your body naturally processes the fat and eliminates these
dead cells, leaving a more sculpted you. The CoolSculpting fat reduction
procedure is specially designed for those who have unwanted fat that resists diet and exercise. Unlike gastric bypass surgery, the CoolSculpting
procedure is not a weight loss solution for people who are obese. It is,
however, a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. Good candidates have
noticeable bulges in certain areas, including under the chin, they’d like to
get rid of. The price for CoolSculpting varies depending on your areas of
concern, the number of sessions needed, and your ultimate goals. Create a
customized treatment plan, in person, with Kate Meyers our CoolSculpting specialist, that’s tailored to your body, your goals, and your budget.
The length of your CoolSculpting session will vary depending on the
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are gone, they’re gone for good.
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“The CoolSculpting fat reduction
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In the US, the CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment
of visible fat bulges in the submental area (chin), thigh (inner and outer),
abdomen, and flanks (love handles). As the #1 non-invasive fat reduction
procedure with millions of CoolSculpting procedures performed worldwide, it is proven to be a safe and effective treatment. During the procedure you may experience deep pulling, pinching, numbness or minimal
discomfort. Following the procedure, typical side effects include temporary numbness, redness, swelling, bruising, tingling, stinging, and mild
pain. The CoolSculpting procedure is completely non-surgical, so typically you can return to all normal activities immediately after treatment. You
may start to see changes as quickly as three weeks after your treatment,
and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your
body will still continue to flush out fat cells for up to four to six months
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very child has a gift.
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excel at helping
to unwrap it.”
Sometimes,itstartswithatwinkleintheeye.Justalittlesparkofcuriositythatsoonblossoms
intoajourneyofdiscovery,learningandachievement.That’sbecauseatourprivatespecial
educationschools,weseebeyondachild’sdisability,andawakenthejoyandcreative
expressionwithin.
Our schools are welcoming places where students feel at home and are able to enjoy a rich and
rewarding social life. Our students feel cherished, well cared for and respected for a very good
reason—it is part of our mission and our commitment. Students at our special education schools
experience a school day as it should be—filled with discovery, achievement, learning and
friendship. Here, they have people they know they can count on—outstanding teachers, therapists,
counselors, psychologists and job coaches who constantly encourage and support them. With
individualized attention, on-site therapies and vocational training, our schools deliver unparalleled
services for students with special needs.
Our New Jersey Department of Education certified special education teachers, licensed therapists
and counselors provide expert, advanced instruction and support … along with plenty of smiles.
These unique services are provided at NO COST for families.
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Find out if private special education is
the right fit for your child.
Our staff can help answer your
questions. To find out more about
what programs may be right for your
child, call us at 1-800-697-8555 or
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March is Colorectal Cancer
Awareness Month
And,
a great time to learn about
your risks and
prevention!
Advanced
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Jersey
Q & A with
Colorectal
Dr. Senatore
Who is at risk?
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S. and all women and men
aged 50+ are at risk. The good news is that colorectal cancer is preventable and, if
Inspira’s
Cancer Services program is dedicated
detected early, curable. Men and women aged 50+ are at almost equal risk of developing
to colorectal
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cancer
for or family history of colorectal cancer or
and those
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have a personal
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loved
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offer
patients
polyps, or a long-term personal history of inflammatory bowel disease are at high risk.
across the region with access to:
How do I get checked for colorectal cancer?
• Board certified oncologists and fellowship
Screening tests are the best way to find and remove polyps before they become cancerous,
trained
surgeons
or to find cancer at its earliest stage. Colonoscopy is the most common and most accurate
screening tool
currently
available,nurses
but several other screening options exist. These include
• Nationally
certified
oncology
the fecal occult blood test (FOBT), digital rectal examination, flexible sigmoidoscopy,
• Experienced
nurse barium
navigators
and
and double contrast
enema.
Colonoscopy is recommended every 10 years for
support
people atstaff
average risk, as long as the test does not identify polyps or cancers. Some
studies have reported a 60 to 70 percent reduction in deaths from colorectal cancer
• Genetic
counseling and testing
with regular colonoscopy screening.
• Ongoing clinical research trials
What is a Colorectal Surgeon?
Peter J. Senatore, Jr., MD, FACS, FASCRS
Double-Board Certified by the American Board
of Surgery and the American Board of Colon
and Rectal Surgery
Colon and rectal surgeons are experts in the treatment of both benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum and anus.
They have
completed FOR
advanced
surgical training in these diseases as well as full general surgical training. Dr. Senatore provides
RECOGNIZED
EXCELLENCE
patients with minimally invasive, laparoscopic and robotic surgery options. Board-certified colon and rectal surgeons complete
residencies in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery, and pass intensive examinations conducted by the American Board of
Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.
For more information on colorectal cancer screening and prevention, talk to your primary health care provider
or call Dr. Senatore at (856) 213-6375.
INSPIRA FRANK AND EDITH SCARPA REGIONAL CANCER PAVILION
Inspira’s Frank and Edith Scarpa Regional Cancer Pavilion in Vineland offers community members comprehensive
cancer care and specialists all under one roof. Our CoC-Accredited program has been recognized nationally by
the American College of Surgeons Commission for quality cancer care.
INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER WOODBURY
At Inspira Medical Center Woodbury, we provide community members with access to surgical oncologists
and partner with medical and radiation oncologists to facilitate the delivery of cancer care.
For more information, please call (856) 641-8670 or visit
www.InspiraHealthNetwork.org/cancer