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The Newest Addition to Our Family Meet Genevieve Lagonigro
We spent a couple of days in the hospital, and we were able to go home on Saturday.
and I welcomed the newest member of our family into the world: Genevieve Silvana Lagonigro! The delivery went as smoothly as possible, and Taryn and I spent one exciting and sleepless night in the hospital before Genevieve arrived. The day was pretty normal for the both of us, and we were fortunate not to run into any hiccups before, during, or after the delivery. Genevieve weighed 6 pounds and 6 ounces, and she’s a healthy, happy baby. Many of our family members came to the hospital to offer Taryn support and meet the new baby. My dad, in-laws, grandparents, sister and brother-in-law, and uncle all met with us at the hospital, and theywere able to meet Genevieve shortly after she was born.
The hospital was a full house with our family, so not many of our friends were able to make it to the hospital. Sofia celebrated her birthday on September 8, and our friends were able to spoil Sofia and meet Genevieve at the same time. The girls are over-the-moon excited about their baby sister. Sofia has a better grasp of the situation, and she asks to hold Genevieve as much as possible. She’s already expressed how excited she is to teach her little sister her favorite games, and she spends as much time as possible with her new sister. Layla is thrilled too, but she’s much younger and her attitude is more along the lines of, “Oh hey, that’s cool. But I’m going to do my own thing now.” I look forward to watching them grow up together. Genevieve was born with a head full of dark hair, so I told Taryn that we might finally have a child who looks like me! Sofia is a good mix of Taryn and me, and Layla looks just like her mom, but it looks like Genevieve will get my dark hair and complexion. We plan on baptizing Genevieve in the spring. For now, we are enjoying life at home with our new baby and our two girls who are enthralled by their new sister. With the new house and new baby, we look forward to this new season of life.
The girls are over- the-moon excited about their baby sister.
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Do Kids’ Menus Do More Harm Than Good?
Kids can be picky eaters. This is a fact recognized by parents and restaurants alike — hence the classic children’s menu featured at many restaurants around the country. These menus are virtually identical: chicken tenders, mac and cheese, grilled cheese, french fries, and so on. Kids’ menus are loaded with fried foods and cheap carbs. Some parents love the kids’ menu. It makes deciding on food easier. Or, at least, that’s what we tell ourselves. Kids’ menus are populated with foods practically every kid loves. But they have a dark side. Aside from poor nutrition, the kids’ menu changes the family dynamic. In an interviewwith Eater.com, television chef and host Alton Brown (who you may know from “Good Eats,” “Iron Chef America,” and “Cutthroat Kitchen”) said, “Never, ever, ever, ever, ever let your kid eat from the children’s menu at restaurants and never, ever, ever make your kid special food to allow them to avoid whatever the family is eating.”
control. By giving kids the option of the children’s menu, you relinquish culinary control to your kids. The next time you go out as a family or you make a delicious meal at home, they are more likely to demand “their” food. This is a habit a child can quickly adopt — and a habit that’s tough to break. Kids are picky eaters because, as parents and adults, we let them be picky eaters. We perpetuate bad habits. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In a Mom.me article, Dr. Cara Natterson suggests kids eat what the rest of the family eats. For instance, let
them indulge in the appetizer menu, then build up to the entrée menu and let them share and sample your food. Encourage culinary exploration. When you encourage your kids to avoid the children’s menu, you give them an opportunity to expand their flavor horizons. More importantly, it helps them make healthier choices that aren’t loaded with fat and empty carbs. Make going out to dinner a learning experience, and before you know it, the phrase “kids’ menu” will have disappeared from your family’s vocabulary. “I arrived at Flex Physical Therapywith a significant shoulder injury that I had left untreated for over six months. My physician prescribed steroids and an X-ray before referring me for physical therapy. I chose Flex due to its reputation for excellence, professionalism, and integrity. I found all the aforementioned to be absolutely true. Dr. Lagonigro and his team all contributed in meaningful ways to meet my treatment goals. A plan was outlined clearly at the onset and carefullymonitored and adjusted accordingly throughout treatment to ensure the best outcome. I have a new shoulder! I am completely satisfiedwith my experience and the exceptional care I received at Flex PT. I cannot recommend this practice highly enough. Thank you, Lu, Maggie, Alyssa, Marissa, Zoran, and especially Dr. Raffaele Lagonigro!” –Freida C.
Why? During his “Alton Brown Live!” tour, he explained that it comes down to
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Physical Therapy for Your Brain
Concussions are traumatic brain injuries resulting from the brain being violently shaken. A concussion can cause lasting effects on brain tissue, change the chemical balance of the brain, and lead to physical, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms and problems.
Physical therapists can evaluate and treat many problems related to concussions, but recovery can take several weeks, months, or even years depending on the severity of the injury and the person affected. During treatment, your physical therapist will have you limit all activity after a concussion, which includes daily tasks, work, school, sports, recreation, and the use of electronics. Limiting activity provides ample time for your brain to rest and recover. Next, your physical therapist will design a specialized treatment plan to restore your strength and endurance, which are often reduced during your period of rest. If you are experiencing dizziness after a concussion, vestibular physical therapy may be able to help. The vestibular system, which includes the inner ear and its connections with the brain, helps you keep your balance. Special treatments
Here are some symptoms of a concussion:
and exercises prescribed by your physical therapist can help restore your balance. Similarly, stretches, strength and motion exercises, eye exercises, specialized massage, and electrical stimulation can help reduce or eliminate headaches if you experience them after a concussion. As symptoms ease and you are able to regain normal strength and endurance, your physical therapist will gradually add normal activities back into your daily routine. If you have experienced a concussion, call Flex Physical Therapy at 973-812-8000. We will help you return to your normal life in the quickest and safest way possible.
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• Welcoming Genevieve Into the World PAGE 1 • Do Kids’ Menus Do More Harm Than Good? PAGE 2 • Testimonials PAGE 2 • Physical Therapy for Your Brain PAGE 3 • Refried Bean Poblanos With Cheese PAGE 3 • 5 Fascinating Facts About Fall PAGE 4
5 Fascinating Facts About Fall
believe it’s primarily caused by lower levels of vitamin D. As the days shorten and temperatures drop, we tend to get less sun. It’s another reason to be careful about diet and exercise this season. 4. Autumn is good for the economy. “Leaf peeping,” which is a slang term for fall foliage tourism, is more than just a funny name. It’s also a $3 billion industry in New England alone. So, if you thought winter and summer were the only seasons that brought along seasonal tourism spikes, you thought wrong. 5. People fall in love more in the fall. Men and women’s testosterone levels tend to spike in the autumn, which makes women even more attractive to men than in the summer months. A data study on Facebook also found that more people change their relationship status from “single” to “in a relationship” during the fall than any other season.
1. It was originally called “harvest.” The reasons
for that should be fairly obvious. In a world that was far more agricultural, the season was defined by the harvesting of crops. It’s also a reference to the harvest moon, which was essential to farmers during the season. The name “fall” is used almost exclusively in America. 2. Fall babies tend to be impressive. Not only does the world’s most common birthday, October 5, land in fall, but those babies have built an impressive resume. The British Department for Education found that they tend to do better in school and also tend to live longer. 3. Weight gain is most common in the fall. It’s not only the Halloween candy or Thanksgiving turkey. Researchers
The end of summer doesn’t have to signal an end to fun.
How about sweater weather, Halloween parties, and football season? The list goes on and on.
In fact, fall might be the most interesting season of them all. Here are five facts you probably didn’t know about the season.
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