In our busy lives, it can be easy to forget to spend time taking care of ourselves. There are many great benefits of self-care to our overall health and well-being. Self-care is knowledge, actions, and behaviors that a person can adopt in order to better themselves mentally, emotionally, and physically. Displaying self-care in a setting…
An organization helping those with Down Syndrome get physical activity and fun through dance As schools across Indiana are wrapping up for the 2022-2023 school-year, parents all over are looking for camps and activities to occupy young people over the summer. For parents of children with Down Syndrome, there may be limited options. We wanted…
A simple list of healthy activities for the holidays We at Jump IN for Healthy Kids wish you and yours a very happy, safe, relaxing, and healthy holiday winter break. We’ve compiled a few items that you can put to use over the next couple of weeks, whether you’re snowed in, outside adventuring in the…
It IS possible to avoid overeating at Thanksgiving (or any holiday party) It’s possible to celebrate Thanksgiving—or any holiday—without going overboard on sweet treats and calorie-laden food and beverages. Here are a few simple strategies to help support you in eating healthy at your Thanksgiving Day celebration. Drink water, skip that soda It may sound…
It’s hot and sunny and we still have long days before school starts in whatever form that looks like for you. There are lots of good opportunities for outdoor play for families and ways to have fun while social distancing with friends and neighbors. Make a commitment now to keep those activities going; blending family…
