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22 18 Features columns 6 10 tips to help you set fitness 26 Ask an Attorney goals for your family By Alison Arden Besunder, Esq. By Sara Dimmick 34 Good Sense Eating 8 Rash judgments by Christine M. Palumbo, RD Your basic guide — from itchy and perplexing to kind of creepy calendar By Christa Melnyk Hines 28 August Events 10 Fight summer learning loss! Five things that New York City kids should pick up this season special section By Dr. Deborah Antoine and Rhea Wong 12 Fall 2015 School Guide 18 Too connected How sexting, texting, and the social media frenzy are affecting and shaping our adolescents By Tammy Scileppi 22 Issues facing the older mom As science allows births later in life, mothers face new challenges By Allison Plitt 34 24 The post-baby blues Understanding postpartum mood disturbances By Denise Yearian

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 3 letter from the PublIsher August already? alfway through Tammy Scileppi has in my purse where it largely stays. women explored life, love and new the summer? It given us another won- Even when I’m at my desk, that’s careers, there was naturally often H can’t be but it derful insightful piece where my phone is stored. It doesn’t a delay in not only having children is. The weeks fly by in on the important world follow me everywhere and when I get but in entering into committed rela- a way they don’t when of social media and its home, I seldom am aware of its pres- tionships. Anyway, there are indeed there’s snow and ice affect on our adoles- ence, which is why I still have a land unique issues and this is a good on the ground. Right? cents. Through a fasci- line, otherwise no one can reach me read. Whether it’s vacations nating interview with by phone. But I am not an adolescent Make sure the summer is not going away or days in the Dr. Melissa Robinson- and in fact, am strongly categorized by with your kids no longer reading, park or at the beaches, Brown, they discuss the as a digital immigrant. These young- writing and engaging in learning ac- summers in the city are growing cultural phe- sters are natives. tivities of some kind. The loss of never long enough. nomenon. Make sure to read “Too And don’t miss reading the piece continuity is detrimental. Visit the li- Our issue this month presents our Connected.” on “Older Moms” by another of our braries and read as a family. It’s such annual Fall School Guide. We hope I am a part of this world too. I text, resident writers, Allison Plitt. As one a bonding pleasure. you will take a good look at the many I email, I have two Facebook accounts of those gals myself, I am a true tes- Enjoy the final month of summer. I options around your borough for and am no stranger to social media. tament to the trend that has been know I will. Thanks for reading! education opportunities. So many However, when I end my day and developing, although I do take issue fine professionals throughout our am in our office building elevator, I with her contention that 20 years communities are offering wonderful often am the only rider not holding ago it was unheard of for a woman in choices from daycare to high school. a smartphone and either reading her 40s to be giving birth. Actually, There’s something for everyone. or typing. When I dine out with my it was just starting to be a trend and In addition, this issue has an ar- 20-something daughter, her phone a woman over 35 having a first time Susan Weiss-Voskidis, ticle I think is very important and is always present and beeping with pregnancy was no longer referred to Publisher/Excutive Editor is a must-read. Our resident writer texts coming in and mine is stored as having a “change of life baby.” As [email protected]

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By Sara Dimmick porating it into their family time. ing low self-esteem and feeling dis- 10 This trend could very well be a criminated against. And, children t is a warm summer day in one response to the increase in child- and adolescents who are obese are of our many city parks, and a hood obesity. According to the Cen- likely to be obese as adults and are I few families are gathered on the ter for Disease Control, childhood therefore at higher risk for adult lawn doing a combination of stretch- obesity has more than doubled in health problems such as heart dis- ing exercises, an obstacle course, children and quadrupled in adoles- ease, type-2 diabetes, stroke, and and sprints. They are led by an in- cents in the past 30 years. several types of cancer. structor who encouragingly moti- Children who are obese are more Parents and caregivers play a vates each member of the group to likely to have risk factors for car- critical role in shaping how their do his best. This scene is becoming diovascular disease, such as high kids think about living healthy. commonplace throughout the city, cholesterol or high blood pressure Whether it’s setting fitness goals, as more parents are making fitness a — not to mention psycho-social going regularly to the gym, or mak- priority for their families and incor- issues related to obesity including smart food choices, it is impor-

6 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 Parents and caregivers play a critical role in shaping how their kids think about living healthy. Whether it is setting fitness goals, going regularly to the gym, or making smart food choices, it is important for children to see adults modeling healthy behaviors and routines. tant for children to see adults 10 tips to get you started: modeling healthy behaviors and Make workouts part of your routines. With demanding work 1. family ritual and schedule the schedules and extracurricular time on your family calendar, so activities, it can be a challenge everyone knows what to expect to find the time for exercise and and when. healthy meal planning. Renee Eanes-Belgrave, a mom Allow kids to decide what of six, says that although she 2. your workout will be (jogging, and her husband Clyde struggle bike riding, calisthenics, etc.). with finding time to exercise, they Reward family members for are trying to make it a part of 3. their participation (movie, a their family routine, because it’s trip to the toy or clothing store, something healthy that their kids screen time). enjoy. Use sprints and obstacle “Family time is so important to courses to create friendly us,” says Eanes-Belgrave. “With 4. competition. This makes workouts such a range of ages in our family, more exciting. exercise is a great activity that brings us all together. And, a little Rotate who in the family will IndoorIndoor AttraAttractionction • LEGOLEGO® RidesRides • LEGOLEGO® MINILAND healthy competition amongst the 5. lead a group workout. LLEGOEGO® StudiosStudios 4D CinemaCinema • PlayPlay Zone • Shop and CafCaféé kids motivates them to do what Encourage kids to food shop LEGO® Master Builder Academy • LEGO® Factory Tour they can.” 6. with you. If they are part of LEGO® Racers: Build & Test • Birthday Rooms One of the most important the process of choosing what to ways to teach kids about living stock the fridge with, they will healthy is to show them that it is more likely want to eat their selec- fun! Norman Turkowitz, a dad of tions. two who has run the New York marathon more than 20 times, For that picky eater in your $ says he can still recall the special 7. household, keep introducing 10 Off times he spent with his dad play- healthy food over and over. Re- on One Child Ticket member it takes 10-plus times for a ing sports and exercising. Today, 7cidcb8]gW`U]aYf.C YfjU`]XZcf%$c cbYghUbXUfX he tries to create similar experi- child to take to a food. child admission ticket price at LEGOLAND®8]gWcjYfm ences and memories for his kids. Leave your fruit bowl in a 7YbhYfKYghW\YghYf"AUmbchVYWcaV]bYXk]h\Ubm “It’s all about setting realistic ch\YfX]gWcibhg Wcidcbg cfc Yfg"BchjU`]Xk]h\ 8.place where kids can easily dfY!Vcc_YX cb`]bYh]W_Yhg UbXV]fh\XUmdUfh]Yg" goals and having fun while trying grab an apple or a banana. Cf][]bU`WcidcbaighVYdfYgYbhYXUhh\Yh]aYcZ to reach them.” difW\UgY"5``W\]`XfYbaighVYUWWcadUb]YXVmUbUXi`h" Stock your fridge with veggies Dr. Cindy Baskin, internist at 5Xi`hgaUmcb`mj]g]hk]h\UW\]`X cfcbgY`YWh5Xi`h and cover all the colors of the 9jYb]b[g"8id`]WUh]cbcfgU`YcZh\]gc Yf]gdfc\]V]hYX" Weill Cornell Medical Center, 9. rainbow: red peppers, zucchini, BcWUg\jU`iY"BchfYXYYaUV`YZcfWUg\cfWfYX]h" agrees that kids are impression- Valid thru 6/30/2016. GC: 151051 broccoli, purple cabbage. Have able and need to be exposed to kids help you prepare meals. positive habits in order to adopt them. Plan active vacations that “Children are far more likely 10. involve walking, hiking, or to develop healthy habits if they other sports-related activities. If a see their parents making smart relaxing vacation is planned, try to diet choices and living an active do one active thing each day. Call today – 866.243.5664 lifestyle,” says Baskin. “That mes- Sara Dimmick is a new mother and www.LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com/Westchester sage is so much stronger than a co-founder of Physical Equilibrium, doctor who tells a child to ‘eat which provides fitness and wellness your fruits and vegetables and do experiences for New York City fami- daily exercise.’” lies. Her motto is “create balance and @9;C h\Y@9;C`c[c h\Y6f]W_UbX?bcVWcbÑ[ifUh]cb h\YA]b]Ñ[ifYUbX Want to kick-start a healthy have fun!” Ask her your fitness-related LEGOLAND are atrademarks of the LEGO Groip. ©2015 The LEGO Groip. routine for your family? Here are questions at [email protected].

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 7 Rash judgments Your basic By Christa Melnyk hines larmed by that angry red rash guide — from splashed across your child’s body? A Rashes run the spectrum, signal- itchy and ing anything from a mild viral infection to a chronic or even life-threatening illness. perplexing to Since the list of rashes and their causes is extensive, you may wonder what’s kind of creepy what and when to call the doctor. First, avoid self-diagnosis. “Viral and allergic rashes both can present as a diffuse, splotchy, blanching, pinkish rash. Because the rashes look similar, it can be impossible sometimes to tell the differ- ence just by appearance,” says dermatologist Dr. Regi- nald B. Henry. Below are the more common types of childhood rashes and typical treatment methods. Check with your family physician or dermatologist to correctly diag- nose and treat a mysterious rash.

Diaper rash Even the most conscien- tious diaper-changing parent may see an uncom- fortable, red, puffy rash blossom on her baby’s bottom. Babies can suffer from diaper rash after a bout of diarrhea, as a side effect from antibiotics, or if they recently started eating solid foods. Change your baby’s diaper frequently, and use wipes without alcohol or fragrances to gently pat the area dry. Treat the area with a protective barrier oint- ment after each diaper change. If the skin appears infected with blis-

8 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 ters, oozing discharge, or painful on their own, “due to the fact they open sores, call your are contagious, we tend to treat pediatrician. them with a spray or liquid nitro- gen every one to two weeks until Eczema they are gone,” says dermatologist AExpand yourm child’s a ing About 10 Dr. Donna Corvette. “We can also percent of in- treat with various topical acids and creative horizons – fants and chil- sometimes we use blister beetle classes, workshops dren suffer from juice, which is quite effective.” and school break atopic dermati- camps in an exciting variety Art tis, or eczema. Parasitic Ї Rash of arts, crafts and digital arts. The chronic A pimple-like skin rash that’s ex- Scholarships available. disease is espe- tremely itchy and contagious could cially common in be caused by scabies, which is a Info/registration at families with a his- mite that burrows into the skin. Be- www.pelhamartcenter.org judgments tory of allergies and cause scabies can spread quickly 155 Fifth Avenue, Pelham or 914 738-2525 x114 asthma. According to through skin-to-skin contact, your the National Eczema physician may recommend treat- By Christa Melnyk hines Association, 65 percent ing the entire family with a topical Your basic of children are diagnosed medication. larmed by that angry red rash in their first year of life and guide — from splashed across your child’s body? 90 percent by the time they Fungal A Rashes run the spectrum, signal- are 5 years old. Eczema is ex- The name might make you shud- itchy and ing anything from a mild viral infection to tremely itchy, but is not conta- der, but ringworm (tinea corporis), a chronic or even life-threatening illness. gious. It appears as red, scaly dry a red circular skin rash, is caused by perplexing to Since the list of rashes and their causes skin and can vary in severity. a fungal infection, not a worm. The is extensive, you may wonder what’s Physicians generally treat ec- rash doesn’t always itch, but can kind of creepy what and when to call the doctor. zema first with an over-the-counter spread from skin-to-skin contact. Online Activity Guide First, avoid self-diagnosis. cortisone cream to calm the red, in- Treat with an anti-fungal product. “Viral and allergic rashes flamed skin. Throughout the year, Check it out on both can present as a diffuse, treat skin with moisturizers. Allergies splotchy, blanching, pinkish “Lotions are better in the humid Rashes like hives are allergic re- rash. Because the rashes look months, ointments in the winter actions that are typically splotchy, www.NYParenting.com similar, it can be impossible months,” Henry says. “Don’t over- blanching, pinkish, and intensely sometimes to tell the differ- treat your child if the dermatitis itchy. A new food or a new medica- ence just by appearance,” isn’t really bothering her.” tion could be the culprit. Consult says dermatologist Dr. Regi- with your doctor for diagnosis and nald B. Henry. Bacterial treatment. Seek immediate medical Below are the more com- Staphylococcal and streptococ- attention if your child has trouble mon types of childhood cal bacteria often cause infections breathing or experiences swelling rashes and typical treatment with rashes, including impetigo, of the tongue, lips, or face. methods. Check with your scarlet fever (strep throat with Contact dermatitis like poison ivy family physician or derma- a rash), folliculitis and cellulitis. or exposure to other irritants can tologist to correctly diag- Lyme disease, caused by the bac- also cause itchy allergic reactions. nose and treat a mysterious terium Borrelia burgdorferi and Treat the area with an over-the- rash. transmitted by ticks, can cause a counter cortisone cream. For insect bull’s-eye rash. If you suspect Lyme bites, try ammonia-containing prod- Diaper rash Disease, seek medical attention im- ucts like AfterBite Kids. Henry also Even the most conscien- mediately. recommends oatmeal baths, baking tious diaper-changing par- Bacterial infections are typically soda compresses, and Sarna lotion, ent may see an uncom- treated with antibiotics. or Noxzema cooled in the refrigera- fortable, red, puffy rash tor to help relieve itching. blossom on her baby’s Viral When should you seek emer- bottom. Babies can suf- Viral-related rashes are splotchy, gency care? fer from diaper rash after blanching (disappears when “Special care and concern should a bout of diarrhea, as a pressed), pinkish-colored and usu- be given to the child who appears side effect from antibiot- ally accompany other symptoms acutely ill with fever and rash,” Cor- ics, or if they recently like fever, diarrhea, sore throat, vette says. “Seek prompt care in an started eating solid and lethargy. Typical childhood emergency room setting for urgent foods. Change your ba- viruses that present with a rash treatment. Do not procrastinate on by’s diaper frequently, include Fifth Disease; molluscum these types of rashes.” and use wipes without contagiosum; chicken pox (vari- Writer Christa Melnyk Hines is a alcohol or fragrances to cella); roseola; and hand, foot, and mom of two sons, ages 8 and 9, who gently pat the area dry. mouth disease. Depending on the have sported a variety of questionable Treat the area with a diagnosis, your physician may pre- rashes over the years. She is the author protective barrier oint- scribe antiviral medications. of “Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: ment after each diaper Warts are another viral skin con- Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a change. If the skin ap- dition commonly seen among kids. Digital World.” Visit her at www.chris- pears infected with blis- Although warts generally resolve tamelnykhines.com.

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 9 foods, and see distinctive architec- ture. Visit the city’s world-class museums, many of which offer cheap — or even free — admission. a meditation practice. The posi- Fight summer tive impact that mindfulness meditation has on adults’ health and well- being is extensively documented. But studies also show that meditation helps kids calm down, focus, and can even boost their test scores. learning loss! Concentration is a particularly important skill these days, as kids are By Dr. DeBorah antoine other sports. To learn about tennis increasingly bombarded with visual Five things anD rhea Wong opportunities for kids throughout stimulation from TV, videogames, New York City, visit www.nyjtl.org. and mobile devices. For meditation that NYC his season, most kids will ex- a book. Summer reading is a tried resources for children, visit www. perience the all-too-common and true way to combat learning loss. teachchildrenmeditation.com. T phenomenon known as “sum- One of the many benefits kids reap This summer, our two organiza- kids should mer learning loss.” from reading is a more robust vocabu- tions — New York Junior Tennis & The National Summer Learning lary, which is crucial for standardized Learning and Breakthrough New York pick up this Association reports that the major- tests. Visit www.btny.org/resources — are embarking on a new partner- ity of students lose two months of for recommended books and vocab ship. New York Junior Tennis & Learn- grade-level equivalency in math over apps. Additionally, parents should ing’s brand-new Cary Leeds Center for season the summer months, with low-in- read the same books and engage their Tennis & Learning in the Bronx’s Cro- come students also falling behind kids in conversation about the plot, tona Park will serve as the third site of two months in reading. Furthermore, characters, and themes. Breakthrough New York’s year-round most children gain weight more rap- a pen. Writing well is vital for academic enrichment program. idly during summer break. success in school, and it helps kids Kids participating in summer pro- To help prevent this seasonal become more analytical and expres- gramming at the Cary Leeds Center backsliding, we compiled a list of sive. The trick is to make it enjoy- will boost their brains and bodies, five things that New York City kids able. Some kids like keeping a jour- so that they’re ready for success in should pick up this summer: nal, but many do not. Writing and school come September. For those a racquet. Everyone knows ten- performing spoken word poetry and kids who aren’t participating in this nis is great exercise, but it is also music lyrics are effective ways to get kind of enrichment programming, proven to uniquely build kids’ cogni- kids excited about expressing them- picking up these five things is a great tive abilities, academic performance, selves through words. way to turn learning loss into sum- and character. According to a United a MetroCard. On weekends, visit mer gain. States Tennis Association study, different parts of New York City. Ex- Dr. Deborah Antoine is president and children who play tennis get better pand your child’s worldview by em- chief executive officer of New York Ju- grades, have fewer behavioral prob- barking on outings to new neighbor- nior Tennis and Learning. Rhea Wong lems, and are more likely to aspire to hoods to experience diverse cultures, is executive director of Breakthrough attend college than those who play hear different languages, taste ethnic New York.

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Christ the King School 718-548-0900 or www. 1345 Grand Concourse kinneretdayschool.org 718-538-5959 or www. Kinneret Day School was founded in christthekingbronx.org 1947 by a group of visionary com- Christ the King School is a Catholic, munal leaders. Presently located in co-educational school serving children Riverdale, NY, the school is dedicated from UPK through 8th grade. As an to providing an integrated secular and extension of Christ the King Parish, Judaic instructional program. It strives our school creates an atmosphere to develop competent, independent conducive to the total development and resourceful students, who pos- of each child. To accomplish this we sess a strong sense of self, and a life- Van Cortlandt Child Development Center utilize the New York State Standards long commitment to learning and to and academic guidelines to provide Judaism. The school prepares students FREE! 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CTK Kinneret’s graduating eighth grad- is home to the Bronx STEP Champions ers are accepted into specialized high Breakfast, Lunch and Snack included as well as the 1st Place winners of schools, with many choosing to enter the Latino Literacy Now International elite private and Jewish day schools. for more information Latino Book Awards for our student Based on state tests, the school contin- authored book De Donde Vengo Yo. ues to be ranked among the top scor- call 718-543-0231 Proper safety habits and respect for ing schools in New York State. others are required and essential to the CTK experience. Beyond this, we Riverdale Temple Nursery 3880 Sedgwick Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463 realize that CTK is part of a greater School community and, therefore, we seek out 4545 Independence Avenue service and leadership opportunities 718-796-0335 or www. to inspire those around us, helping to riverdaletemplenurseryschool.org build a better city. At Christ the King Since its founding, more than forty School we truly are excellence in edu- years ago, Riverdale Temple Nursery Recognition & Results! cation! School has earned the respect of fami- Highbridge Advisory lies in our area for our commitment to a warm, nurturing and diversified hrist the King School is a co-educational Catholic Council Family Services learning experience for two-, three- elementary school serving students in grades UPK Seven Locations, Bronx, NY and four-year old children. 718-992-1321 or www.HACFS.org through 8th. Our mission at Christ the King is to create RTNS provides New York City families C Our programs have served well over an inclusive environment, uplifting our with a child-centered approach to early 20,000 children. Today, we serve learning, collaborative family atmo- children both academically and spiritually. approximately 1,400 children at seven To this end we approach education sphere, and a safe, inspiring environ- major sites. The children participate ment that encourages exploration and from both an intellectual and faith-ﬁ lled in a variety of services and programs. creativity. Families have access to child care, perspective, oﬀ ering a rigorous State Our early-childhood program engages mandated curriculum supplemented special education, universal prekindergarten, family day care, and a children with developmentally appro- with Sacramental preparation and host of workshops and family involve- priate activities and focuses on the exciting extracurricular opportunities. ment activities. HAC is a dynamic and “whole child.” Through creative explo- productive organization. Our HAC ration and play, we support each child’s With this solid foundation our students team aims to positively impact the lives cognitive, physical, emotional, and earn national and international of the families and students that we social growth. Our program incorpo- recognition for their accomplishments. interact with. 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Christ is the unseen but ever present Please contact the school office for Continued on page 16 14 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 Special Advertising Section St. Simon Stock School • Quality education • Challenging curriculum • Enrichment Mrs. Ceparano, Principal Ongoing registration Free Universal Prek through 8th • TACHS Preparation classes • Departmentalized 6th, 7 th, 8 th grade • Art, Music, Physical Education • Summer Academy, Camp & Bible School • Hot Breakfast/Lunch program • Full time nurse on premises • ESL K to 8 and Title 1 Services • Math olympiad grades 5 to 8 • Computer Lab and state of the art library • Remediation Classes • Various Clubs (Art, Newspaper Yearbook, Stockettes, Step, Guitar & Track Team) • After school 2:30-6pm • Student of the Month • AdvancED Accredition/NCA • Smart Board Technology • Guidance Counselor/Speech Therapist /SETTS teacher www.stsimonstockschool.org 2195 Valentine Ave., Bronx NY 10457 • 718. 367. 0453

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Continued from page 14 values are infused in every aspect of teacher at St. Theresa School. The their students’ educational experience. children who pass through our doors Their faculty and staff are dedicated are eager to learn and are challenged to providing a safe and nurturing envi- by a stimulating academic, social ronment for all. Their pastor, Father and athletic curriculum infused with Librado Godinez and the priests of the Catholic values. The program reflects Institute of the Incarnate Word admin- an integrated learning experience for ister to the spiritual aspects of the Pre-Kindergarten three year olds, universal pre-kindergarten four year olds, school community. St. Thomas Aquinas kindergarteners and students in grades school is committed to their mission of one through eighth grade. Catholic education. Teachers, administrators, aides and Registration is ongoing. Inquire about The Rosalyn Yalow Charter School other professionals who also pass scholarships. The school has full day through our doors impart their knowl- Pre-K4 and Kindergarten, grades 1 to A Modern ClASSiC GrAde SChool edge and extensive experience with 8. Early drop-off and after-school are enthusiasm and a truly caring respect also available. for the children in their charge. A par- First Grade Seats Available ent could ask for more when the edu- Van Cortlandt Child cation, safety and future of their child Development Center for the 2015-16 School year are at stake. 3880 Sedgwick Avenue, Bronx 10463 St. Theresa School provides a before 718-654-0563 or www.mmcc.org and after school programs, breakfast ApplY TodAY and lunch programs, children choir, art, MMCC’s Child Development Center music, Italian language studies, com- nurtures our youngest community puter classes, physical education and members. Universal Pre-Kindergarten yalowcharter.org/apply an accelerated mathematics program. is a free 6 hour program open to all 4 116 east 169th St. Bronx, nY We also offer a wide variety of after year olds. The program provides high 929-24-Yalow or 929-249-2569 school activities. quality developmentally appropriate St. Theresa’s offers children a place instruction for all children with an to grow and blossom with discipline, important foundation that promotes guidance, and care. the acquisition of skills in the four St. Thomas Aquinas learning domains; social-emotional, physical, creative expression/aesthetic School and cognitive development that include 1909 Daly Ave., Bronx 10460 language and literacy and mathemati- St. Thomas Aquinas 718-893-7600 cal and scientific thinking. MMCC’s Was founded by Mother Butler and the affordable high quality daycare pro- Elementary School Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary gram (ages 1–4 ½) combine a blend of 1909 Daly Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460 in 1907. Over these years the school has been a mainstay in the neighbor- social and learning activities. The pro- 718-893-7600 hood. It continues to provide a Roman gram hours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Catholic curriculum and a quality edu- and includes breakfast, a hot lunch, “Founded in Faith, Growing with Conﬁ dence” cation addressing the changing needs and snacks. Additional hours from 7:30 of the student population. Catholic a.m. to 6:30 p.m. are available. St. Thomas Aquinas School is proud to announce the addition of FREE Full Day Universal Pre- Kindergarten for the 2015-2016 school year! Our school is also a proud participant in the new Blended Learning Initia tive bringing advanced technology and instructional innovation into Like us on the classroom resulting in higher test scores and increased subject comprehension. All St. Thomas Aquinas students enjoy the beneﬁ ts of: • Early Drop off 7:15 am • Title I Services: Reading, Math & ESL Resource Room/SETSS (for eligible • Guidance Counselor students with IESP • After School Program until 6:00pm • FREE Breakfast & Hot Lunch Programs • State of the Art Wireless Access • Phys Ed, Art & Music Programs • Computer Lab and Smartboard • After School Piano Lessons or follow us on Technology • Daily Prayer and Weekly Masses To become a part of the rapidly expanding and improving St. Thomas Aquinas School community, do not delay and apply! Registration is open and our admissions are limited! Contact the school directly at 718-893-7600 to arrange a tour. “Celebrating over 100 years of Academic Excellence in the West Farms-South Bronx Community” Facebook Search: NYParenting

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Special Advertising Section August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 17 Too connected By Tammy Scileppi reach out to someone — but it seems sharing, a growing desire for instant How sexting, back then, folks had more of it. gratification (which we may be pass- s millennials pass the torch Everyone enjoyed chatting, gos- ing on to our kids), and an obsessive texting, and to a new generation of amaz- siping, sharing and commiserat- need to connect and reach out 24 A ing kids, and the social ing — offline. Friends and relatives hours a day, seven days a week, yet the social media frenzy reaches fever pitch, would enjoy passing actual photos in limited and perhaps, less mean- parents are getting even more frus- around and carried several in their ingful ways. These changes have trated with the amount of time their wallet or purse. And it worked just gradually transformed how we and media frenzy youngsters spend texting, and worry fine. Many folks, who remember that our kids relate to each other and about the sexting epidemic they era, talk about those days with a others in our personal and profes- are affecting keep hearing about. sense of longing. Some youngins sional lives. Even though they’re all signs of refer to them as “dinosaurs.” Flirt- Some signs are already there: and shaping the times, these issues may be creating and courting was done the old- Consider how difficult it is for many ing an emotional fireball that could fashioned way, as well, not by texting tweens and teens to converse with affect your child’s psyche, and trig- and sexting, of course. And it was so each other or with family members our adolescents ger negative repercussions down the romantic! How can texts with smiley and peers one-on-one. And, why road. faces and flowery e-mails replace read articles and books when you pillow talk (you and your true love can get quick info and news from the Kids these days! chatting over the phone at bedtime) internet, they ask. We, as parents Recent TV commercials are great and hand- or type-written love let- know that some of what’s out there examples of how our culture is evolv- ters sprayed with perfume? in cyberspace is misleading or inac- ing. One favorite shows a dad and his In fact, until recent times, most of curate, but they don’t quite get it. two teen daughters relaxing on their us were quite “innocent,” and didn’t Putting pen to paper is becoming a living room couch; he’s sitting in the even know what sexting meant, until thing of the past, as is cursive writ- middle. The girls are texting away a certain local politician made head- ing and learning penmanship. It’s on their cellphones. Curious, dad lines (several years back) when his quicker and easier to send important asks them if they’re texting each salacious cellular escapades were messages or express certain emo- other. The girls respond yes matter- suddenly uncovered. tions (OMG! LOL!), and even say “I of-factly. He seems a bit baffled and love you” via text or email. #what a is probably wondering: why can’t Our information age shame! they just talk to each other?! How lucky we are to live in an Undoubtedly, social media is a Another popular commercial exciting era marked by constant powerful, dynamic force in our lives. sends a similar message, but in this change and possibilities; overflow- It’s fun, entertaining, and extremely one, the parent seems to be taking ing with newfangled technology and useful, but as we all know, it can also her kids’ texting craze in stride and state-of-the-art gadgets, created by serve as a force for evil. Like the inter- has probably decided: If you can’t great minds! It’s hard to believe we net, and tweeting, it’s a double-edged beat ’em, join ’em. A family gath- practically have the entire universe sword — and can be dangerous. ers at the breakfast table; they’re at our fingertips; that we can reach anxiously waiting for their favorite out to others in a variety of excit- Friends and likes? waffles to pop out of the toaster. The ing ways in just milliseconds, and It’s a known fact that less Face- adolescent daughter and her mom across cyberspace — without ever book “likes” and cyber-bullying can are texting back and forth in a funny, uttering a word or speaking to an- cause kids to feel unpopular, de- heated battle over who will be the other human being if we so choose. pressed, and even suicidal. Parents waffle winner, as the youngest child Happily or sadly (depending on your and caregivers: keep reminding snatches one and runs off with it. perspective), there’s no going back; those kids that hundreds of social In real life, most parents probably the genie is forever out of the bottle, media “friends” aren’t as important wouldn’t go for a one-on-one texting granting our collective, ever-increas- as having just a few real ones. And scenario at meal time. Would you? ing wish for speed, progress, and the that sometimes, BFFs aren’t your Before the words internet, e-mail, next coolest thing in a culture that best friends forever; they can turn instant messaging, chatting, texting, some say is marred by superficial- around and say mean things about sexting, tweeting, likes, friending, ity, ignorance, and self-destructive you with a few cunning keystrokes and hashtag were coined, people divisiveness. and clicks. But it’s our job to remind (younger and older) connected with We’re witnessing so many won- them that it’s definitely not the end one another the old-school way: by derfully innovative developments, of the world! And that they aren’t de- simply talking face-to-face, or over but at what cost to our kids? fined by that meaningless nonsense. the phone, and by writing notes and One day, when we look back, we’ll Every era and time period, like letters. Sure, it was boring and basic, see that the Zeitgeist — the spirit every person, has its own personal- and far less creative than today’s of our times — was in large part ity and spirit. We are all a product plethora of communication options defined by the high-tech revolution, of our times in some ways — the — and it also took a bit more time to speedy information gathering and culture we grew up in. That said,

18 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 In this enlightening, informative interview, the mother of two helps parents and caregivers understand a growing cultural phenomena, i.e. social media, texting, and sexting. She talks about how all this stuff affects our children as they transition into real-world relationships. Tammy Scileppi: Why has sexting become so popular? Melissa Robinson- Brown: Puberty and adolescence have his- torically been a time of change and identity development. Moreover, teens experience significant distress over these two key elements. Teens are curious and hormonal. They are trying to fit in, trying to develop relationships, exploring their sexuality, and testing limits — their own and their parents’. Today’s generation does a large majority of this exploration via technology and social media. A significant majority (if not all) of adolescents have a phone or some access to the internet, and they are constantly staying in contact with peers. Long ago, we used the phone or in-person conversations to have sug- gestive or flirtatious conversations with our potential or current part- ners. We might have talked about sex and even suggested that the person might get to “see!” Remember that old line, “You show me yours, I’ll show you mine?” Well, that hasn’t many parents are changed. It’s just become more tech- now witnessing nologically advanced. Teens don’t how their tweens and have to wait until they are physically teens are being affected by with someone to “show theirs.” It can the culture they live in, and ers to keep them as safe as possible quences, or about cause and effect be done with a quick “snap photo” would agree that the sexting craze no matter how old they are, and keep — and that’s a big problem! and “send.” It has become a part of and social media frenzy a bit scary. the lines of communication open — Dr. Melissa Robinson-Brown is an courting and flirting. It’s all done via They’re just not sure how to deal despite their protests to leave them assistant professor in Pediatrics and technology. with it, since “everybody’s doing it” alone. And kids should be reminded Psychiatry, co-director of Psychol- Given that brain development is and there’s so much peer pressure. often that inappropriate texts, sex- ogy Training Program, and licensed still happening during adolescence Sound familiar? ting, and questionable social media clinical psychologist at the Mount and impulsivity is high, often, teens But there does seem to be a way posts can end up in the wrong hands Sinai Adolescent Health Center in aren’t thinking about the possible to better grasp how this cultural and cause havoc in their young lives. Manhattan. She provides individual, repercussions of sending pictures of phenomena can be dealt with and Future employers, friends, and love group, and family therapy, as well their bodies via text message. It’s not reined in. interests can easily look back and as psychological testing. The cen- something that previous generations view all that awkward, embarrass- ter provides medical, mental health, had to think about, which means Protecting them ing, unfiltered stuff posted on kids’ dental, and optical services to ado- parents may not always be thinking We know that kids’ personalities, Facebook pages when they were lescents and young adults ages 10– about how these discussions have to values, and ideas are partly molded younger, very naïve, and caught up 24. happen when they hand their teen a by their parents, but also by outside in the moment. And it’s going to be She lives in Edgewater, New Jer- smartphone! forces: cultural and societal influ- there forever. sey with her family — daughters TS: How can sexting trigger emo- ences that dictate how they think Since adolescent and teen brains Kyah (5), Kahlia (2), and husband tional or mental instability in adoles- and act. Since adolescents and teens aren’t fully developed, youngsters Antoine (a senior director and part- cents and teens? are so impressionable and vulner- tend to focus only on the present; ner at an advertising agency) — but MRB: Well, again, brain develop- able, it’s up to parents and caregiv- they don’t think much about conse- has always practiced in New York. Continued on following page

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 19 Continued from previous page Gotham and doing stuff that will ment and emotional maturity are stimulate your kids’ minds? The idea still developing during adolescence. is to get them away from all those So, already, the foundation is a lit- devices! And for older teens, plan tle rocky. Adolescents deal with so regular activities that will hone their many different emotions already. socialization skills. They are constantly trying to figure As the planet turns, it seems likely out who likes them, who are their that no matter how brilliant, forward- friends, what group they want to be thinking, and tech-savvy our kids a part of, will they be a unique indi- become, and how fast our modern vidual or someone that follows the culture evolves, socializing, connect- crowd? All of these factors affect so- ing, and sharing will always remain cialization. When that sext gets sent, at the core of who we are as human it sometimes goes to the intended beings, while we search for more person and that’s where it stays. But ways to reach out and communicate other times, it has now become a tool in a complex, global world that’s get- for someone else to use, often to bully ting smaller. and degrade individuals. It’s used to Ironically, social media was cre- start rumors and label individuals ated to bring people together, but a “hoe” or a “thot” (that hoe over over-dosing on social media and tex- there). Once that picture has been ting tends to pull us further apart. It spread, there is little that the indi- would be nice if our kids truly under- vidual can do to deny that he or she stood this concept and learned how might be portraying a certain image. to better interact with others in per- At least in previous generations, son, or over the phone, or by writing if a guy claimed to have slept with a letter and mailing it. a girl or guy, it would be a case of he-said–she-said and perhaps, the Unplugging and rumor would eventually die. Now, tuning out there is hard evidence that some- Psychologist Dr. Melissa Robinson-Brown (pictured with daughters Kyah and Kahlia) Everybody has the ability to tune thing happened or at least that the speaks about the dangers of sexting for teens. in to what’s happening out there in a said individual was willing to send flash. Or, choose to unplug and tune the sext. Being bullied or portrayed the message and, unfortunately, so- they don’t want you around, par- out for a while. in this way when it was not the in- cial media can help a picture or sext ents, caregivers, counselors, teach- Some families are experimenting tention of the sext instantly creates spread pretty rapidly! ers, should be paying attention. with a great “new” way of interacting, feelings of anger, sadness, helpless- TS: Is mental illness awareness based on an old-school concept — ness, and shame. When these feel- regarding kids improving? A brave, complicated, it’s called family time. During dinner, ings interact with an already rocky MRB: Mental health awareness and scary new world or at designated times (during the adolescent period, this is definitely a definitely needs to improve! This is Growing up in our fascinating, pro- week, or on weekends), all devices recipe for emotional instability. especially true in teens that often gressive, and brave new world is great; are turned off and put away. Instead TS: In some ways, has social hide symptoms or lack the aware- these are exciting times for everyone, of focusing on their phones, kids media become the culprit for these ness to know that they are having but things are changing around us at spend quality time with their family issues? significant symptoms. A teen doesn’t lightning speed and sometimes, for members, talking about their day or MRB: Social media is a signifi- have to express a depressed mood the worse. And many parents worry week; issues are addressed openly cant part of today’s adolescent pop- for you to know that he or she is that their children are being shaped and hopefully resolved. Discussing ulation. These public forums set the depressed. Instead, parents, caregiv- by what some describe as an anything- current events is optional, and joke- stage for socialization, popularity ers, teachers, counselors, coaches, goes, no-holds-barred society, which telling is especially encouraged, as contests, and bullying. It’s about how and other individuals who work with is hyper-focused on sex, hot celebs, are board games. You never know, many “friends” you can attain and teens need constant psychoeduca- looks, reality TV, social media, and this “radical” idea could eventually how many “likes” you get on a post. tion on what signs to look for. Adults legalizing pot. Some are concerned become a nation-wide trend! Many times, social media makes it need to become more aware of their with a disturbing mind-set and trend Another recent commercial easier to start conversations, meet children’s habits! among some teens, who have a get- seems to sum up the Zeitgeist that people, and become bold! Teens Every time I first meet with a rich-quick-without-working-for-it atti- defines our crazy culture: A family (and adults) say things on social parent of a teen that I am seeing, I tude. How all these variables manifest of four waits in line at the airport; media that they wouldn’t normally praise that parent for recognizing a in our kids’ lives, remains to be seen. they’re looking forward to their is- say in person. It gives you permis- need to seek out professional help Only time will tell. land getaway vacation. While their sion to take off the filters, and I be- for a problem, no matter how big or And there’s evidence that all these teen daughter and adolescent son are lieve it also interferes with the abil- small! That means the parents were distractions — the electronic devices, busy on their cellphones, mom and ity to learn about appropriate social paying attention and that’s where the endless texting and preoccupa- dad happen to mention that there’s cues and in-person socialization. we as parents need to gain mas- tion with social media are very addic- no wifi where they’re going, so they Text messages, messaging on Fa- tery! We need to know our kids and tive. Let’s face it, we adults can’t live suggest that when they get there, cebook, direct messaging on Insta- watch their movements. Are they without our cellphones, iPads, and the kids might want to actually talk, gram, creating stories on Tumbler, eating? Are they sleeping? Have they computers either, and feel lost and for a change. Shocked by this news sending quick messages on Snap- become more withdrawn? How are disconnected without them. flash and visibly shaken, the siblings chat, etc., it all gives teens permis- they doing in school? Who are they Here’s a no-brainer: Now that briefly pause, glance at each other sion to take off the filters and express chatting with on the phone or on text summer’s here, why not spend more and consider the implications. Decid- themselves in a way that they might message? Are they on their phone quality time outdoors with your fam- ing that talking isn’t such a great idea, not otherwise do in person! As such, until late hours? ily, just having good, old-fashioned they shake their heads no, as mom individuals are more likely to send Just pay attention! Even when fun close to home, or exploring turns to dad and says, “I like it!”

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August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 21 created in their 30s, when they were more fertile. There are many reasons for women postponing childhood. One Issues facing the motive could possibly be that people, in general, are living longer lives. Another factor is that women are finding fulfilling careers during their childbearing years. Some women have not yet found a partner with whom to have a child. Lois Nachamie, a board-certified psychotherapist, counsels women older mom having children later in life, as well as their families. Fifteen years ago, By Allison Plitt gies, women have more opportuni- Nachamie, who was 42 when she As science ties available to them to have chil- had a baby, published a book called he number of women in the dren after 35. “So Glad We Waited: A Hand-Holding allows births United States giving birth to Just recently the media has fo- Guide for Over-35 Parents,” with a for- T children after the age of 35 cused on several women, such as ward by actress Debra Winger. Fifteen later in life, is rising, according to a report pub- singer Sophie B. Hawkins, who have years later, 35 doesn’t seem so old to lished in 2014 by the Center for Dis- decided to have a baby at the age wait and have a baby now that moth- mothers face ease Control and Prevention. of 50. They have been able to get ers are becoming pregnant at 50. Twenty years ago it would have pregnant through technological de- “I think by the time a woman is 50, new challenges been unheard of for a woman to give velopments with in vitro fertiliza- she’s made an active decision. You birth in her 40s. Thanks to advances tions, such as using donor eggs or can’t rely on your regular cycle. You in assisted reproductive technolo- unfreezing eggs or embryos women have to make use of a lot of assisted

22 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 don’t like sitting on the floor and playing games. That depends on “The birth of a child the personality of the mother.” Older mothers, furthermore, can School GuideAugust 2015 to an older mother FREE find their teenage children emotion- BRONX/RIVERDALE Fall is a very treasured ally challenging when they reach adolescence, Nachamie believes, and cherished event. saying “these kids may be embarrassed by their mothers when they Family Where Every Child Matters Setting limits is reach their teen years. Children sometimes harder than start to worry that their parents are going to die, which they often when you have a child don’t talk about, but they certainly Kid f it ! are aware of.” 10 easy athletic at a younger age.” From her work counseling fami- tips for any family lies, she’s seen the problem technology poses to older mothers. reproduction by the time you’re 50, “If a woman is over 50, her rela- Social media so these women have made a con- tionship with technology, no matter and your teen sidered choice,” Nachamie says. how technically savvy she is right Nachamie also takes into consid- now, is still a real, hard disconnect eration the rising life expectancy in between how much kids use tech- Older moms, the United States and other econom- nology and how much time they new challenges ically developed countries. spend with their family. Common “Our life expectancy has cer- sense tells you that the more a kid tainly increased dramatically and is involved with any kind of technol- the ability to combat disease and ogy, the less they’re involved with maintain a preventive kind of life- another human being,” she says. style means that a woman in her Another obstacle Nachamie con- Find us online at www.NYParenting.com 50s in this day and age, if she’s siders is the possibility of older taking care of herself, is pretty mothers becoming grandparents. healthy. She’s not like a woman in “An older mother might be a her 50s fifty years ago,” she says. grandparent, but if your own child She also says older mothers in wants to wait until they’re 40 years good physical health should not be old to have a baby, then the mother too anxious about the physical chal- is 90. I don’t think that should stop If you like lenges of raising a toddler. anybody. I just don’t think it’s some- “I think people are often worried thing that hits people until they are about the physical challenges, but older and their child is older.” the magazine even if you might have creaky knees Despite the challenges mothers when you’re 60, if you’re in good 50 and older experience, Nachamie shape, the physical challenges aren’t still holds their tenacity and deter- as horrendous as people fear.” mination in high regard. you’ll love She advises older mothers to “The 50 year old who has de- take precautions when parenting, cided to have a child, in my opin- telling them not to indulge to their ion, is a very brave woman. I be- the site. child’s every whim. lieve from a psychological point “The birth of a child to an older of view, when the biological urge mother is a very treasured and cher- was upon her, she had other things ished event. It’s not a mistake by any going on and so now, psychologi- stretch of the imagination. Because cally, she is allowing love into her the child is so wanted in terms of life,” she says. parenting, it becomes a little trick- “Clearly what a child does is Check us out! ier,” she cautions. “Setting limits is bring love into the home,” she adds. sometimes harder than when you “It gives us someone to love uncon- have a child at a younger age be- ditionally. So I think the 50 year cause you’re so happy to have this old who has decided to do that is a NYParenting.com kid that you kind of don’t want to very brave human being. I admire say ‘no.’ ” them tremendously and they have Nachamie has also seen older brought something to this relation- mothers struggle in raising tod- ship that a younger woman may dlers. have not.” “I think the other thing for To learn more about Lois Nach- Where every family matters and women over 50 is that the tod- amie’s books and insights into parent- dler years can be trying and ex- ing, visit www.loisnachamie.com. where New York parents find help, hausting. Some people find it just Allison Plitt is a freelance writer fabulous and they think everything who lives in Queens with her husband info and support. their kid does is spectacular. Other and young daughter. She is a frequent women are really bored and they contributor to New York Parenting.

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 23 The post-baby Understanding postpartum mood disturbances blues By Denise yearian O’Neill. Shortly after her daughter of depression and knew I needed was born, this mother began experi- help.” ost women experience encing troubling symptoms. “Up to 80 percent of new mothers some form of postpartum “It started in the hospital when experience baby blues and have mild M mood disturbance follow- I had problems with breastfeed- feelings of depression, but problems ing the birth of their child. For many, ing, and by the time I got home, I that persist beyond two weeks could the symptoms are mild and disap- was feeling all the pressures of new be pointing to postpartum depres- pear within two weeks. But a small motherhood,” she says. “That first sion,” says Janet Brown, a perinatal percentage of mothers go on to de- week, I was very teary, but I chalked behavioral health specialist. “And its velop one or more postpartum mood it up to baby blues and thought I’d be appearance may be delayed for up to disorders including depression, anx- OK soon. By week two, I found my- a year after giving birth.” iety, and psychosis. self waking up shaking due to panic Dr. Katharine Weymouth, a private The good news is that with inter- attacks. I wasn’t able to eat or sleep practicing psychiatrist specializing vention, women can recover. either. Having been a social worker, in women’s mental health, agrees. This was the case with Julie I was familiar with the symptoms “The symptoms go beyond fatigue,

disorder that occurs in only one to More on postpartum mood disorders two percent of women who deliver. Women with a personal or family sion and can include sadness, lack breathing, tight chest, and numb- Symptoms usually develop within history of mood disorders should of interest in things (particularly ness in hands and feet. 48 to 72 hours postpartum and can talk with their physician prior to bonding with the baby), feelings • Postpartum obsessive-compul- include delusions, hallucinations, conceiving, as they are at a higher of guilt or inadequacy, worthless- sive disorder symptoms include disorganized speech, and inappro- risk of developing conditions while ness, irritability, impatience, sense repetitive behaviors or thoughts priate behavior. Symptoms may also pregnant or postpartum. If any of of hopelessness, insomnia, change which cause anxiety, worry or be preceded by a period of restless- these symptoms of postpartum in appetite or concentration, dif- panic. It may also be accompanied ness or agitation. Women with a mood disturbances persist two ficulty enjoying things, and recur- by protective behaviors and con- history of bipolar disorder are at a weeks after delivery, women should ring harmful or suicidal thoughts. stant, obtrusive thoughts related higher risk for developing postpar- get an evaluation by their physician Symptoms can occur soon after de- to the baby’s safety. Note this is tum psychosis, and in-patient psy- or mental health professional. livery or up to a year postpartum. not postpartum psychosis. Women chiatric treatment and medication Baby Blues occur in up to 80 Postpartum anxiety disorders, with obsessive-compulsive have may be required immediately. percent of new mothers due in which include anxiety, panic, ob- no intent of harming their child. part to hormonal changes postpar- sessive-compulsive, and post-trau- These thoughts are very disturbing Resources tum. Symptoms, which include ex- matic stress disorders, occur in to them, and because they don’t • Postpartum Support Inter- treme tearfulness, irritability, anxi- up to 10 percent of women suffer- understand it, the condition is ac- national is an organization dedi- ety, mood swings, feelings of inad- ing with postpartum depression. companied by fear, shame, and cated to providing information, re- equacy, insomnia and fatigue, can Symptoms vary according to disor- emotional turmoil. This is, in fact, sources, and support on postpar- appear right after delivery, peak at der and may come and go, but one the one disorder people know the tum issues. For more information, five days, and usually disappear by common characteristic they share least about and most women are visit www.postpartum.net, or call 12 days postpartum. A small per- is excessive worry that interferes afraid to talk about for fear others (800) 944–4773. centage of women with baby blues with one’s ability to function. Fol- will think they are crazy. • Www.MedEdPPD.org was de- go on to develop postpartum de- lowing is a breakdown: • Postpartum traumatic stress veloped by the National Institute for pression. Baby blues are the only • Postpartum anxiety disorder disorder occurs in women who Mental Health to provide informa- one of these conditions considered symptoms could include feeling experienced trauma during preg- tion about postpartum depression. a disturbance, not a disorder. keyed up, tiring easily, irritability, nancy, labor, or delivery. Symp- • Www.womensmentalhealth. Postpartum depression occurs fidgety, insomnia, and difficulty fo- toms, which can occur up to two org is an online resource created in up to 13 to 15 percent of women cusing. months after delivery, can include by Massachusetts General Hospital and is said to be the most com- • Postpartum panic disorder is flashbacks about what happened, as a way to provide up-to-date in- mon complication of childbearing. characterized by sweating, trem- nightmares, and hyper vigilance. formation and resources on wom- Symptoms parallel clinical depres- bling, nausea, dizziness, difficulty Postpartum psychosis is a rare en’s mental health issues.

24 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 rib cage and stabbing me in the heart. I didn’t want to interact with my daughter, either. I would sit and watch her play, but instead of joining in, I’d curl up in a ball and cry,” she says of her now 3-year-old. “I knew I needed help, but I thought I could take care of it myself. On top of that, I was embarrassed and didn’t want anyone to know.” Then two-and-a-half years later, while taking her daughter for a checkup, Lohr broached the subject. “I told the doctor I knew I suffered from postpartum depression, and now it had gotten worse. So she asked me, ‘On a scale from one to 10, how happy are you right now — 10 being the happiest?’ I told her ‘three,’ then burst into tears,” she says. Lohr was diagnosed with anxiety and severe depression that stemmed from postpartum. “The doctor explained that it’s like a disease and needs to be treated. I started on Citalopram [an antide- pressant], and a week later, I was feeling better,” she says. Treatment options vary depending on the disorder and severity of symptoms. “Some women do fine with support groups. But others may need one-on-one therapy with a mental health professional to help develop new coping strategies,” says Brown. “Medication may also be adminis- tered where symptoms are significant.” One thing O’Neill found particularly helpful were the support group meetings. “It was good to be with other moms who were feeling the same way. We connected through our struggles and drew strength from one another,” she says. O’Neill, in fact, continued to attend meetings even after she had re- covered, to encourage other moms, and has since started a second sup- irritability, and difficulty concentrat- and intervention is key. diagnosed with postpartum depres- port group that meets at a different ing. That’s considered normal when “What many people don’t realize sion and anxiety. They put me on location. More recently, she joined caring for an infant,” she says. “Post- is women are at risk for these condi- medication with continued moni- the team of Postpartum Support In- partum depression can include sad- tions while pregnant as well. So I sug- toring and recommended I join the ternational to work as an advocate ness, irritability, insomnia, fatigue, gest they talk with their doctor be- support group offered through the for new mothers and their families. feelings of guilt or worthlessness, fore they conceive to avoid potential hospital. Six weeks later, I was feel- Today, she’s on a mission: “I want change in appetite or concentration, problems, particularly if they have ing better.” to tell mothers that postpartum de- difficulty enjoying things, and recur- a history of depression or anxiety,” For Crystal Lohr, intervention pression is treatable, and you’re ring thoughts of harming one’s self.” says Weymouth. wasn’t immediate, and she suffered not alone. With the help of support In addition to postpartum depres- By week’s end, O’Neill had con- severely as a result. A week after giv- groups, counseling, and medication, sion, mothers may experience one tacted her physician. But the doctor ing birth to her daughter, this single it will get better,” she says. “Now that or more of the four postpartum anxi- on call phoned in a prescription her mother started having nightmares I’m expecting again, I have the tools ety disorders or postpartum psy- insurance wouldn’t cover. that left her trembling in sweaty to get through this, should it happen chosis, a rare condition character- “That Monday, I took myself to sobs. again.” ized by disorganized thinking, hal- the hospital, and they referred me “A-year-and-a-half later, I began Denise Yearian is the former editor lucinations, and delusions. With any to their Perinatal Behavioral Health having painful anxiety attacks that of two parenting magazines and the of these conditions, early detection Department,” she says. “There I was felt like someone was squeezing my mother of three children.

August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 25 ADVICE How citizenship can affect an estate plan I am a United States citizen, but my spouse is not. Are there special requirements we need to incorporate in our ASK AN estate plan or last will and testaments? ost definitely yes. Part of ATTORNEY a married couple’s estate ALISON ARDEN BESUNDER, M plan may include utilizing ESQ. what is called marital deduction in the estate of the first spouse to die — in order to avoid paying any estate taxes until after both spouses are deceased. This is particularly true if each or either spouse has a gross estate more than the estate tax threshold, currently at $5.43 million for federal taxes and $3,125,000 in New York (for 2015). This exemption is only permitted when the surviving spouse is a U.S. citizen. When a surviving spouse is not a U.S. citizen, the estate tax for assets exceeding the estate tax exemption would ordinarily be due. Perhaps recognizing the inherent problem in depriving the surviving spouse from the use of assets to support herself during her lifetime, the IRS allows non-citizen spouses to choose to put but does exceed the New York State is currently residing in the U.S. with assets in excess of the exemption limit, there is no need to set up a no intention of leaving. Or, stated an- into a special type of trust, called a Qualified Domestic Trust in order to other way, if the evidence indicates Qualified Domestic Trust. This al- take advantage of the marital deduc- that the U.S. is the place to which lows the surviving spouse to enjoy tion provisions. the person intends to return when the benefit of the marital deduc- Another key point to be mindful of they are away. tion, while giving comfort to the IRS is that U.S. domiciliaries (even if they The prudent ex-pat will enlist the that the government will receive the are non-U.S. citizens), remain subject services of an accountant and at- taxes due on the death of the sec- to U.S. gift and estate tax on their torney to ensure that they are posi- ond spouse (rather than have the worldwide assets. Non-domiciliaries tioned in the most efficient manner surviving spouse “abscond” to the are only subject to the U.S. transfer both for income and estate taxes. A home country and deprive the U.S. tax system only to the extent of their U.S. will, with or without a Qualified government of the tax on the remain- U.S. property. Many international cli- Domestic Trust, can be a crucial part ing assets). ents think they are “safe” if they of ensuring efficient disposition of In light of the increase in the al- don’t declare the assets. This is a assets in the most tax-efficient man- lowable exemption, fewer non-U.S. mistake, as the IRS could charge inner possible. citizen couples find themselves in a terest and penalties and also lien the situation that would require a Quali- assets located in the U.S. Guardianship fied Domestic Trust to preserve Although “domicile” is a very fact- In addition, there are important assets after the death of the first intensive inquiry and analysis, that considerations for ex-pats who have spouse. very much depends on the circum- children during their residence in the In addition if your estate does stances, a foreign national is con- U.S. There are two circumstances not quite reach the federal limit, sidered “domiciled” in the U.S. if he to consider: what would happen to

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Frequently, the choice of the court why the appointment guardian by a non-U.S. citizen in of a non-domiciliary individual as his Will is a family member who guardian is in the best interest of lives in the home country and is your minor children. These specif- not a U.S. citizen. In that case, a ics can be spelled out in the will designation of stand-by guardian itself or in a separate writing that is crucial to help bridge the gap be- should be properly executed. tween the time that the parent(s) The other thing to consider is are incapacitated or have died, up that many non-U.S. citizen parents until a court has made a determi- reside in the U.S. with no real inten- nation of a permanent guardian. tion to leave, but are insistent that The U.S. will also helps determine their children be raised in their the guardianship of your children home country. The thing they fail upon death of both spouses, rather to consider is that a child who is than leaving it up to the full discre- raised in the U.S. his entire life may tion of the U.S. court. not want to leave the U.S. when The procedure to name a guard- he is 10, 14, 15, and his entire life ian for minor children is to nomi- is based here. It is a very differ- nate an individual or individuals ent situation when the child is an in your will to take legal custody of infant or toddler and could easily your child. This can but does not adjust. If a parent wants the child need to be the same individual(s) to be repatriated to the home coun- as the “minor’s trustee,” who will try, the child’s citizenship may be oversee the management of any a factor bearing on the judge’s finances left to the minor child. decision. If the parent applied for A guardian nomination is just or obtained dual-citizenship from that: a suggestion to the court her home country for the child, that, in most cases, will be up- this may be deemed evidence by held if the individual qualifies as the judge of the parents’ intent for a fiduciary, meaning a person in their child to keep a connection a position of trust. In New York a to the parents’ country of origin. person is not eligible to be a fidu- It has the added impact of provid- ciary if he is a “non-domiciliary ing a basis for which the guardian alien […] except [….] one who in the home country can request shall serve with one or more co- assistance from her own state de- fiduciaries, at least one of whom partment or diplomatic agency to is resident in this state.” That said, repatriate the child. In the absence the court may still appoint a non- of dual citizenship, the home coun- domiciliary alien or a New York try’s state department lacks stand- resident as a fiduciary in his or ing to assist. This, together with her discretion. An individual who basic border-control issues, poses is mentally incompetent, a felon, an obstruction to relocating a child or who otherwise “does not pos- to another country either tempo- sess the qualifications required of rarily pending the proceeding or a fiduciary by reason of substance permanently. abuse, dishonesty, improvidence, Because estate tax laws con- want of understanding, or who is stantly change, it is important to !” otherwise unfit for the execution revisit your estate plan as set up in of the office” is also unfit to serve your last will and testament over as a fiduciary, as is anyone else time. 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Now is the season for crickets, Learn how to make cicada cas- catydids and cicadas at Family Art tanets and other buggy sounds Hear the crickets Project at Wave Hill on Aug. 15 and click, chirp or sing in an insect and 16. parade. Get out your bottles and nets Family Art Project, Green Bugs for green bug gathering, then, Gathering, Aug. 15 and 16, from 10 use cardboard tubes, fasteners, am to 1 pm; free with admission to wooden clothes pins and green the grounds. tempera paint to construct bod- Wave Hill [W. 249th Street and Inde- ies and movable parts, like wings pendence Avenue in Riverdale; (718) and legs. 549–3200; www.wavehill.org]

28 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 Never miss a great event! Sign up for our FREE newsletter and get twice-a-week ideas for you and your family right in your mailbox. NYParenting.com Calendar foundation.org/2015-summer-; 10:30 am; Free. Submit a listing Presented by the City Park’s Foun- This calendar is dedicated to dation and the Puppet Mobile. Follow bringing our readers the most the tales of the feisty Brier Rabbit, comprehensive list of events in who is always getting into trouble. your area. But to do so, we need Stories in the Garden: Wave Hill, your help! Send your listing request W. 249th Street and Independence to bronxriverdalecalendar@ Ave.; (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill. cnglocal. com — and we’ll take org; 2 pm; Free with admission to the care of the rest. Please e-mail grounds. requests more than three weeks Children listen to classic stories, prior to the event to ensure we interact with songs and puppetry. have enough time to get it in. Program in doors during inclement And best of all, it’s FREE! weather. First Wednesdays: Longwood Art Gallery at Hostos, 450 Grand Con- Sat, Aug. 1 course at 149th Street; (718) 931– 9500; bronxartsl.org; 5:30 pm, 6:30 In The Bronx pm and 7:30 pm; call for tickets. Summer sports: Williamsbridge Take a ride on the Bronx Trolley Oval Recreation Center, E. 208th and enjoy readings, exhibits, and gal-

St. and Bainbridge Avenue; (718) Photo by Jennifer Pottheiser lery tours. 543–8672; www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015-summer-; 8 am – 4 Thurs, Aug. 6 pm; Free. Game, set, match! Pitch, shoot and score with pro- In The Bronx The 29th annual Arthur Ashe schedule of tennis games geared grams used to develop skills and and Ebony Hillbillies: Van Cortlandt sportsmanship. Registration required. Kids Day swings into the Billie toward kids, see an exhibition Nature Center, W. 246th St. at Broad- For children 6 to 13 years old. Jean King National Tennis Center match and skills competitions way; (718) 548–0912; www.nyc. Family Art project: Wave Hill, W. on Aug. 29. with Novak Djokovic and Marin gov/parks/rangers; 10:30 am – noon; 249th Street and Independence Ave.; Presented by Hess, the event Cilic, and meet with the tennis Free. (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill.org; includes live performances from greats after. Enjoy a day of jazz and rockabilly 10 am–1 pm; Free with admission to Rolling Stone “Artist You Need to Arthur Ashe Kids Day on Aug. fun. the grounds. Know” Bea Miller, “hip-pop” duo 29 from 9:30 am to 4 pm. Tickets Stories in the Shade: Pelham Marvelous mushrooms — go on a Kalin and Myles, Flo Rida protégé are $10 for general admission and Bay Ranger Station, Pelham Bay Park, hunt and be inspired to create your Natalie La Rose, MTV’s “Artist $25 for loge seating. Bruckner Boulevard and Wilkinson own garden with fluorescent paints. to Watch” Jacob Whitesides, and Billie Jean King National Tennis Avenue; (718) 885–3467; www.nyc. Family Day: Tracey Towers, 40 chart-topping pop-rock act Amer- Center, Arthur Ashe Stadium (Flush- gov/parks/rangers; 11 am – 11:30 am; West Mosholu Parkway South; (718) ican Authors. ing Meadows Corona Park, www. Free. 828–2880; Noon to 5 pm; Free. Families can enjoy an exciting arthurashekidsday.com). Grab a book and enjoy the out- Enjoy kids activities and games doors with a book. This is part of the such as bounce houses, face painting, Summer Reading program. live entertainment, food and more. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to Tues, Aug. 4 Salsa fest: Van Cortlandt Nature Sports program: St. James Park, slide through the streets is presented Center, W. 246th St. at Broadway; Jerome Ave. and E. 193rd Street; by Vita Coco Coconut Water. Partici- In The Bronx (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ (718) 367–3657; www.cityparksfoun- pants must register online in advance. Garden crew: Van Cortlandt Na- parks/rangers; 6:30 pm to 8 pm; Free. dation.org/2015-summer-; 1 pm to ture Center, W. 246th St. at Broad- Enjoy the Latin beat and Nelida 2:30 pm; Free. Cartoon Shabbat: Chabad of Tirado. East Hampton, 13 Woods Lane, Long way; (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ Children play soccer and other Island; (631) 329–5800; www.jewish- parks/rangers; 10 am to 1 pm; Free. sports. Registration required. hamptons.com; 11 am; Free. Help care for the vegetable beds. Fri, Aug. 7 Astronomy: Van Cortlandt Nature Children’s service featuring their fa- Bring water and sunscreen. Registra- In The Bronx Center, W. 246th St. at Broadway; vorite cartoon characters, songs, ac- tion required. (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ First Friday Trolly: Bartow-Pell tivities and crafts. Painting for kids: Woodlawn parks/rangers; 8 pm to 10 pm; Free. Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Rd.; Playground, Van Cotlandt Park East Rangers take you on a tour of the (718) 885–1461; www.bartowpell- and E. 239th Street; (718) 430–1890; stars and a discussion of the history Sun, Aug. 2 mansionmuseum.org; 5:30 pm to 8 www.nycgovparks.org; 2 pm to 3:30 and folklore surrounding our solar In The Bronx pm; $10 ($8 seniors and students). pm; Free. The folk group Hawthorne featur- system. Family Art project: 10 am–1 pm. Have fun painting nature. Supplies ing Nat Osborn, Aimee Bayles, Karna Wave Hill. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Further Afield provided. Ray and Stu Mahan perform. Explore Slide the City: Vita Coco Beach at Concerts in the park: Rockwood the museum, stroll the gardens. Reg- Foley Square Rest Stop, Duane and Drive circle at Van Cortlandt Park, Wed, Aug. 5 istration requested. The trolley makes Centre streets, Manhattan; www. Henry Hudson Parkway and W. 254th an hourly loop starting at 5:25 pm nyc.gov/summerstreets.; 7 am – 1 Street; (718) 601–7399; www.ny- In The Bronx from the 6 train Pelham Bay Park sub- pm; Free. cgovparks.org; 2 pm to 3 pm; Free. “Brier Rabbit”: Pelham Bay Park, way station to Bartow-Pell Mansion Cool off while you slush and speed Join with the Bronx Arts Ensemble Playground, City Island Rd. and Park Museum to City Island. down a 270-foot water slide. Yippee! for a chamber music program. Dr.; (718) 430–1891; www.cityparks- Continued on page 30 August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 29 Calendar Our online calendar is updated daily at www.NYParenting.com/calendar

Continued from page 29 Community Paddle: Con- Sat, Aug. 8 crete Plant Park, Whitlock Ave. and Westchester Avenue; (718) 430– In The Bronx Rocking in the park 4665; www.nycgovparks.org; 10 am Summer sports: 8am – 4 pm. Wil- Grab a blanket, bring a chair, It’s jazz, funk, rock and roll, – noon; Free. liamsbridge Oval Recreation Center. Calling all novice paddlers. Come See Saturday, Aug. 1. and get ready to rock out with and soul under the stars as part the New York Skyscrapers and of the summer concert series. explore the tidal section of the Bronx River and experience the beauty of Family Art project: Wave Hill, W. Friends on Aug. 11 at the Wil- New York Skyscrapers and estuary! Waterproof gear and foot- 249th Street and Independence Ave.; liambsbridge Oval ballfield. Friends, Aug. 11 from 7 to 9 pm; (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill.org; wear recommended. 10 am–1 pm; Free with admission to The concert, consisting of the free. Family Art project: Wave Hill, W. the grounds. six-piece American contempo- Williamsbridge Oval Ballfield 249th Street and Independence Ave.; Sounds of nature — make a simple rary band, is presented by the [3225 Reservoir Oval East at 208th St (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill.org; drum and learn about rhythms and Bronx Council on the Arts and in Norwood, (718) 931–9500, www. sound. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. bronxarts.org] 10 am–1 pm; Free with admission to the grounds. Stories and crafts: Sachkerah Get out those bottles and nets for Woods Playground, W. Gun Hill road a green bug gathering. Study the dif- and E. 212th Street; (718) 430–1890; Dinner with Mario: New York It’s a night of the minions under ferent species including cicadas, ka- www.nycgovparks.org; noon–2 pm; Botanical Garden, 200th St. and Ka- the stars. Bring a chair, blanket — Free. zimiroff Blvd.; (718) 817–8700; www. and don’t forget the popcorn. tydids and crickets, then use found Read-alouds with Claudette Rich- nybg.org; 5 pm to 7:30 pm; $85 ($35 items to create other buggy varieties. ards and crafts with artist Corinne children 2 to 12; Under 2 free). Wed, Aug. 12 Canoeing: Crotona Nature Center, Innis. Cooking demonstrations and din- Charlotte St. and Crotona Park East; ners celebrating the Edible Academy, In The Bronx Sports program: 1 pm to 2:30 (718) 378–2061; www.nyc.gov/parks/ and all prepared by Mario Batali’s Stories in the Garden: 2 pm. pm. St. James Park. See Saturday, rangers; 11 am – 2 pm; Free. chefs, including Frank Langello of Wave Hill. See Wednesday, Aug. 5. Aug. 1. Babbo, Dan Drohan at Otto, Mario La Rangers teach the basics and lead children 8 and older on an adventure. Camping: Pelham Bay Ranger Sta- Posta from Babbo Boston, John Katz tion, Pelham Bay Park, Bruckner Bou- at Tarry Market, Andy Nusser of Tarry Thurs, Aug. 13 Hike and draw: Sachkerah Woods levard and Wilkinson Avenue; (718) Lodge, and Anthony Sasso of Casa In The Bronx Playground, W. Gun Hill road and E. Mono. Reservations and pre-purchase 885–3467; www.nyc.gov/parks/rang- Hybrid Movement Company: 212th Street; (718) 430–1890; www. tickets suggested. ers; 6 pm to 7 am; Free. Van Cortlandt Park Playground, Van nycgovparks.org; noon–2 pm; Free. Enjoy a sleep out under the stars Cortlandt Park South and Broadway; Join with naturalist and take a walk with the rangers. Families chosen by Mon, Aug. 10 www.cityparksfoundation.org; 10:30 and then sketch the scenery. lottery. am; Free. In The Bronx Stories and crafts: noon–2 pm. “Big Hero 6”: St. James-3657 Park, Dance, acrobatic, and a visual arts Sachkerah Woods Playground. See E. 193rd St. and Jerome Avenue; “Maleficent”: Ridge Hill Mall, 1 troupe. (718) 367; www.nycgovparks.org; Ridge Hill Blvd.; (914) 207–2900; Saturday, Aug. 8. Stories in the Shade: 11 am – 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm; Free. www.ridgehill.com; 7 pm; Free. 11:30 am. Pelham Bay Ranger Sta- Sports program: 1 pm to 2:30 Grab a blanket and popcorn to Angelina Jolie is super-evil fun in pm. St. James Park. See Saturday, this movie. Don’t forget the popcorn tion. See Thursday, Aug. 6. watch this blockbuster animated film. Aug. 1. Everybody needs a hero. to watch this movie under the stars. Fri, Aug. 14 Further Afield Further Afield Tues, Aug. 11 In The Bronx Slide the City: 7 am – 1 pm. Vita Slide the City: 7 am – 1 pm. Vita Coco Beach at Foley Square Rest In The Bronx “Brier Rabbit”: Poe Park Visitors Coco Beach at Foley Square Rest Stop. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Stop. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Garden crew: 10 am to 1 pm. Van Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; (718) Cortlandt Nature Center. See Tues- 365–5516; www.cityparksfounda- Cartoon Shabbat: 11 am. Cha- Cartoon Shabbat: 11 am. Cha- tion.org/2015-summer-; 10:30 am; day, Aug. 4. bad of East Hampton. See Saturday, bad of East Hampton. See Saturday, Free. Aug. 1. Aug. 1. Painting for kids: 2 pm to 3:30 Presented by the City Park’s Foun- pm. Woodlawn Playground. See dation and the Puppet Mobile. Follow Sun, Aug. 9 Tuesday, Aug. 4. the tales of the feisty Brier Rabbit, Sun, Aug. 16 who is always getting into trouble. In The Bronx New York Skyscrapers and In The Bronx Friends: Williamsbridge Oval ball- Family Art project: 10 am–1 pm. field, 3225 Reservoir Oval East at Sat, Aug. 15 Family Art project: 10 am–1 pm. Wave Hill. See Saturday, Aug. 8. 208th St.; (718) 931–9500; www. Wave Hill. See Saturday, Aug. 15. In The Bronx Uni project reading rooms: Ly- bronxarts.org; 7 pm to 9 pm; Free. Uni project - reading rooms: 10 8 am – 4 pm. ons Square Playground, Aldus Street Grab a blanket and enjoy the show. Summer sports: am – 2 pm. Lyons Square Playground. Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Cen- and Bryant Avenue; www.nycgov- The six-piece American Contempo- See Sunday, Aug. 9. parks.org; 10 am – 2 pm; Free. rary band plays pop, funk, jazz, soul ter. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Van Cort- The rooms feature a collection of and good old rock ’n’ roll. Presented Game Day with Princess for Freshwater fishing: browsable books and activities and by the Bronx Council on the Arts and Lifetime: Poe Park Visitor Cen- landt Nature Center, W. 246th St. at are staffed by volunteers who engage Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. ter, 2640 Grand Concourse; (718) Broadway; (718) 548–0912; www. children and families in reading and “Despicable Me”: Hunts Point 365–5516; nycgovparks.org; 10 am– nyc.gov/parks/rangers; 11 am – 1 pm; learning. Riverside Side, Edgewater Rd. and noon; Free. Free. Concerts in the park: 2 pm to Lafayette Avenue; (718) 430–4665; Participants enjoy crafts, games, Rangers teach children catch-and- 3 pm. Rockwood Drive circle in Van www.nycgovparks.org; 8 pm to 9:30 and other activities using sand art release method. Must attend water Cortlandt Park. See Sunday, Aug. 2. pm; Free. and paper. safety class. 30 BRONX/RIVERDALE Family • August 2015 Our online calendar is updated daily at www.NYParenting.com/calendar Calendar Tues, Aug. 18 249th Street and Independence Ave.; (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill.org; In The Bronx 10 am–1 pm; Free with admission to Garden crew: 10 am to 1 pm. Van the grounds. Cortlandt Nature Center. See Tues- Are you ready for some fishy fun? day, Aug. 4. Focus on the finned friends and gold- fish swimming in the aquatic gar- Wed, Aug. 19 den, then turn colorful paper bags into fantastic 3-D fish that can swim In The Bronx through the air. Stories in the Garden: 2 pm. Solar observation: Poe Park Visi- Wave Hill. See Wednesday, Aug. 5. tor Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; Pop-Up Arte and storytelling: (718) 365–5516; www.nycgovparks. Willis Playground, E. 141st Street org; 11 am – 1:30 pm; Free. and Willis Avenue; (212) 408–0243; Join with the Amateur Astrono- www.nycgovparks.org; 3 pm to 4:30 mers Association and view the heav- pm; Free. ens. For older teens. Join with staff of El Museo del Bar- rio for a fun craft workshop and story Sports program: 1 pm to 2:30 time. pm. St. James Park. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Thurs, Aug. 20 A ride under the sea “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad In The Bronx Take a ride beneath the sea in beautiful Tiffany and Company Day”: Williamsbridge Oval Recre- Stories in the Shade: 11 am – the SeaGlass Carousel opening Foundation Woodland Gardens ation Center, Reservoir Oval East and 11:30 am. Pelham Bay Ranger Sta- on Aug. 20 at The Battery. before reaching the brand-new Bainbridge Avenue; (718) 543–8672; tion. See Thursday, Aug. 6. www.nycgovparks.org; 8:30 pm to The new one-of-a-kind ride fea- attraction. 1030 pm; Free. tures a huge nautilus shell with 30 SeaGlass Carousel is open Family-friendly comedy with Steve Fri, Aug. 21 luminescent fish to give you the daily beginning Aug. 20, from 10 Carrell. In The Bronx ride of your life. Unlike traditional am to 10 pm and costs $5 per “Maleficent”: St. Mary’s Park, St. carousels, this one has you sit- ride. Access to the Battery and Further Afield Mary’s Ave. and E. 149th Street; (718) ting inside the fish instead of on gardens is free. Arthur Ashe Kids Day: USTA 402–5155; www.nycgovparks.org; top — letting you glide through SeaGlass Carousel (The Battery Billie Jean King National Tennis Cen- 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm; Free. the sights and sounds of a 360-de- at the Battery Park Underpass in ter, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Angelina Jolie is super-evil fun in gree aquatic adventure. Lower Manhattan; www.thebattery. Queens; (866) 673–6749 (OPEN- this movie. Don’t forget the popcorn Visitors walk through the org) TIX); www.usopen.org; 9:30 am to 4 while watching this movie under the pm; $10 general admission ($25 loge stars. tickets). Wave Hill. See Saturday, Aug. 22. Join with staff of El Museo del Bar- Presented by Hess, the 29th an- Sat, Aug. 22 rio for a fun craft workshop and story nual event includes live performances Uni project reading rooms: 10 from Rolling Stone “Artist You Need In The Bronx time. am – 2 pm. Lyons Square Playground. to Know” Bea Miller, “hip-pop” Summer sports: 8am – 4 pm. Wil- See Sunday, Aug. 9. duo Kalin and Myles, Flo Rida pro- liamsbridge Oval Recreation Center. Thurs, Aug. 27 Canoeing: Van Cortlandt Nature tégé Natalie La Rose, MTV’s “Art- See Saturday, Aug. 1. Center, W. 246th St. at Broadway; In The Bronx ist to Watch” Jacob Whitesides and Family Art project: Wave Hill, W. (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ Stories in the Shade: 11 am – chart-topping pop-rock act American 249th Street and Independence Ave.; parks/rangers; 11 am; Free. 11:30 am. Pelham Bay Ranger Sta- Authors. Children will enjoy a host (718) 549–3200; www.wavehill.org; Rangers teach the basics and lead tion. See Thursday, Aug. 6. of activities and meet with tennis 10 am–1 pm; Free with admission to children 8 and older on an adventure. champs Novak Djokovic, Marin Cilic, the grounds. and others for a day of tennis, music Discover the beautiful dragon fly Tues, Aug. 25 Sat, Aug. 29 The annual event kicks-off the 2015 and then make a creation using me- In The Bronx US Open, which runs from Aug. 31 tallic and transparent materials to In The Bronx to Sept. 13. Summer sports: 8 am – 4 pm. take a dragon fly home. Garden crew: 10 am to 1 pm. Van Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Cen- Cartoon Shabbat: 11 am. Cha- Cortlandt Nature Center. See Tues- Sports program: 1 pm to 2:30 ter. See Saturday, Aug. 1. bad of East Hampton. See Saturday, day, Aug. 4. pm. St. James Park. See Saturday, Aug. 1. Aug. 1. Community Paddle: Con- Wed, Aug. 26 crete Plant Park, Whitlock Ave. and Further Afield Westchester Avenue; (718) 430– Sun, Aug. 30 In The Bronx 4665; www.nycgovparks.org; 10 am Cartoon Shabbat: 11 am. Cha- In The Bronx bad of East Hampton. See Saturday, Stories in the Garden: 2 pm. – noon; Free. Aug. 1. Wave Hill. See Wednesday, Aug. 5. Calling all novice paddlers. Come Family Art project: 10 am–1 pm. explore the tidal section of the Bronx Wave Hill. See Saturday, Aug. 29. Pop-Up Art and storytelling: River and experience the beauty of Flynn Playground, Brook Avenue and Uni project reading rooms: 10 Sun, Aug. 23 estuary! Waterproof gear and foot- East 157th Street; (212) 408–0243; am – 2 pm. Lyons Square Playground. wear recommended. In The Bronx www.nycgovparks.org; 3 pm to 4:30 See Sunday, Aug. 9. Family Art project: 10 am–1 pm. pm; Free. 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Continued from page 31 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 21; Free. create a safe environment where Sports fun: St. James Recreation Long-running City streets and other public areas, youngsters play traditional sidewalk Center, 2530 Jerome Ave. and Cres- including playgrounds and schools games, including double Dutch jump ton Avenue; (718) 367–3657; www. In The Bronx create a safe environment where rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and nycgovparks.org/events/bronx; Mon- Children’s Zoo: Bronx Zoo, 2300 youngsters play traditional sidewalk basketball. days, Wednesdays and Fridays, 1 pm to 2:30 pm, Now – Fri, Sept. 4; Free. Southern Blvd. at Boston Road; (718) games, including double Dutch jump Track and Field: Pelham Bay Park, 220–5103; www.bronxzoo.com; rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and Bruckner Blvd. and Middleton Road; Join in for games of flag football, Daily, 10 am – 5 pm; Now – Fri, Oct. basketball. www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- softball, soccer and more. 30; $5 with Zoo Admission. Playstreets: Monroe Houes, 1780 summer-; Mondays and Wednesdays, Sports fun: Hunts Point Recre- The newly renovated area is open Story Avenue; www.palnyc.org; 9:30 am – 10:30 am and 10:30 am to ation Center, 765 Manida St.; (718) and features new species, new exhib- Weekdays, 9 am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, noon, Now – Wed, Aug. 12; Free. 860–5544; www.nycgovparks.org/ its, and a domestic petting zoo. Chil- Aug. 21; Free. Children 5 to 16 learn the basics events/bronx; Mondays, Wednesdays dren of all ages enjoy learning about City streets and other public areas, of the sport, from hurdles and relay and Fridays, 1 pm to 2:30 pm, Now – the giant anteaters, sloths and mini including playgrounds and schools races, to long jump, shot put and jav- Fri, Sept. 4; Free. goats. create a safe environment where elin throw. All participating young- Join in for games of flag football, Paper Arts & Crafts: Poe Park Vis- youngsters play traditional sidewalk sters have the opportunity to display softball, soccer and m ore. the basic skills learned at the end itor Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; games, including double Dutch jump Table tennis/Billiards: St. James of the season at an organized track (718) 365–5516; www.nycgovparks. rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and Recreation Center, 2530 Jerome Ave meet held at Icahn Stadium Randall’s org; Saturdays, 2–3:30 pm,; Free. basketball. at Morris Avenue; (718) 367–3657; Island on Aug. 12. Registration online Children have fun creating collages www.nycgovparks.org; Mondays, Playstreets: Forest Houes, 735 ER. required; Two sessions — 5 to 7 years using decoupage, origami, kirigami Wednesdays and Fridays, 6 pm to 165th St.; www.palnyc.org; Week- old and 8 to 16 years old. and more. days, 9 am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 7:30 pm, Sat, Aug. 1 – Fri, Sept. 4; Tennis program: Van Cortlandt 21; Free. Summer Sports Experience: Free. Park, Stadium, W. 242nd Street and City streets and other public areas, P/G Mini Pool & Courts, Reservoire Teens 13 to 17 years old are invited Broadway; www.cityparksfounda- including playgrounds and schools Oval East and Bainbridge Avenue; to learn how to play the games. (718) 543–8672; nycgovparks.org; tion.org/2015-summer-; Mondays create a safe environment where Track and Field: Macombs Dam and Thursdays, 9 am to noon, Tues- youngsters play traditional sidewalk Weekdays, 10 am–6 pm, Now – Fri, Sept. 4; Free. Park, East 161st St. and Jerome Av- days and Wednesdays, 9 am – noon, games, including double Dutch jump enue; www.cityparksfoundation. Shoot, pitch, score and learn to Now – Fri, Aug. 14; Free. rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and org/2015-summer-; Tuesdays and hone your sportsmanship skills. Reg- City Parks Foundation is again basketball. Thursdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am and ister on line. hosting tennis lessons for children as Playstreets: Theresa Haven, 175 10:30 am to noon, Now – Wed, Aug. part of its Summer Sports program. Creston Avenue; www.palnyc.org; Eco crafts: Van Cortlandt Nature 12; Free. Registration is required online. Weekdays, 9 am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Center, W. 246th St. at Broadway; Children 5 to 16 learn the basics Tennis program: Williamsbridge Aug. 21; Free. (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ of the sport, from hurdles and relay Oval Recreation Center, E. 208th St. City streets and other public areas, parks/rangers; Mondays, 11 am –1 races, to long jump, shot put and jav- and Bainbridge Avenue; www.cit- including playgrounds and schools pm, Now – Mon, Aug. 24; Free. elin throw. All participating young- yparksfoundation.org/2015-summer-; create a safe environment where Recycle and reuse natural materials sters have the opportunity to display Mondays, 9 am to noon, Wednes- youngsters play traditional sidewalk to create unique projects. the basic skills learned at the end days, 9 am – noon, Now – Fri, Aug. games, including double Dutch jump Tennis program: Haffen Park, of the season at an organized track 14; Free. rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and Hammersley Ave. and Gunther Av- meet held at Icahn Stadium Randall’s City Parks Foundation is again basketball. enue; www.cityparksfoundation. Island on Aug. 12. Registration online required; Two sessions — 5 to 7 years hosting tennis lessons for children as Playstreets: Theresa Haven, 175 org/2015-summer-; Mondays, 1 pmto old and 8 to 16 years old. part of its Summer Sports program. Creston Avenue; www.palnyc.org; 4 pm, Wednesdays, 1 pm to 4 pm, Registration is required online. Weekdays, 9 am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Now – Fri, Aug. 14; Free. Garden workshop: Van Cortlandt Playstreets: Parque De Los Ninos, Aug. 21; Free. City Parks Foundation is again Nature Center, W. 246th St. at Broad- Morrison Ave. and Watson Avenue; City streets and other public areas, hosting tennis lessons for children as way; (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/ www.palnyc.org; Weekdays, 9 am – including playgrounds and schools part of its Summer Sports program. parks/rangers; Tuesdays, 10 am – 1 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 21; Free. create a safe environment where Registration is required online. pm, Now – Tues, Aug. 25; Free. City streets and other public areas, youngsters play traditional sidewalk Tennis program: Mill Pond Park, How does your garden grow? including playgrounds and schools games, including double Dutch jump Gateway Center and E. 150th Street; Rangers teach children how to tend create a safe environment where rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- to the vegetable beds and compost youngsters play traditional sidewalk basketball. summer-; Mondays, 1 pmto 4 pm, bins. games, including double Dutch jump Playstreets: University Family Shel- Wednesdays, 1 pm to 4 pm, Now – Story, arts and crafts: Poe Park rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and ter, 1041 University Ave. at 167th Fri, Aug. 14; Free. Visitor Center, 2640 Grand Con- basketball. Street; www.palnyc.org; Weekdays, 9 City Parks Foundation is again course; (718) 365–5516; www. Playstreets: Street, Faile St. be- am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 21; Free. hosting tennis lessons for children as nycgovparks.org; Tuesdays, 10 am– tween Gilbert Place and Lafayette City streets and other public areas, part of its Summer Sports program. 10:45 am,; Free. Street; www.palnyc.org; Weekdays, 9 including playgrounds and schools Registration is required online. Children 6 months to 4 years old am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 21; Free. create a safe environment where Tennis program: St.Mary’s Park, enjoy a story followed by a craft and City streets and other public areas, youngsters play traditional sidewalk E. 145th St. and St. Ann’s Avenue; activity related to the reading. including playgrounds and schools games, including double Dutch jump www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- Tennis program: Pelham Bay Park, create a safe environment where rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and summer-; Mondays, 1 pmto 4 pm, Bruckner Blvd. and Middleton Road; youngsters play traditional sidewalk basketball. Wednesdays, 1 pm to 4 pm, Now – www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- games, including double Dutch jump Playstreets: Eastchester Heights, Fri, Aug. 14; Free. summer-; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 rope, hopscotch, Nok Hockey, and 3480 Seymour Ave. and Boston City Parks Foundation is again pm to 4 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 14; Free. basketball. Road; www.palnyc.org; Weekdays, 9 hosting tennis lessons for children as City Parks Foundation is again Playstreets: Morris Houses, Park am – 5 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 21; Free. part of its Summer Sports program. hosting tennis lessons for children as Avenue and Washington Avenue; City streets and other public areas, Registration is required online. part of its Summer Sports program. www.palnyc.org; Weekdays, 9 am – including playgrounds and schools Registration is required online.

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Tennis program: St. James Park, Now – Fri, Sept. 4; Free. org; Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm, Now – Further Afield Jerome Ave. and E. 193rd Street; Tweens and teens learn the basics Wed, Sept. 30; Free. Science Playground: New York www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- of Wiffle ball and ultimate frisbee, Have fun turning junk to treasure. Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., summer-; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 including lots of game play. Drop in Children under 10 must be accompa- Queens; (718) 699–0005 X 353; pm to 4 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 14; Free. anytime. nied by an adult. Wear appropriate www.nyscience.org; Weekdays, 9:30 City Parks Foundation is again Instructional Basketball clinic: clothing. am–5 pm, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 hosting tennis lessons for children as Julio Carballo Field, 765 Manida St. am–6 pm,; $5plus museum admission. part of its Summer Sports program. Learn to draw: Poe Park Visitor and Spofford Avenue; (718) 860– Children are encouraged to explore Registration is required online. Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; (718) science through slides, seesaws, climb- 5544; Tuesdays – Thursdays, 6 pm to 365–5516; www.nycgovparks.org; Tennis program: St. James Park, 7:30 pm, Now – Thurs, Sept. 3; Free. ing webs, a water play area, sand Thursdays, 2–3:30 pm,; Free. Jerome Ave. and E. 193rd Street; Teens 13 to 17 years old learn the boxes, and more, weather permitting. www.cityparksfoundation.org/2015- Children 10 years and older learn basics. Rocket Park Mini Golf: New summer-; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 the basics of still life pencil drawing, York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th pm to 4 pm, Now – Fri, Aug. 14; Free. Youth Run Farm Stands: Van including volume, tone, value, and St., Queens; (718) 699–0005 X 353; Cortlandt Nature Center, W. 246th sketching. City Parks Foundation is again www.nyscience.org; Saturdays and hosting tennis lessons for children as St. at Broadway; (718) 548–0912; www.nyc.gov/parks/rangers. Story, arts and crafts: Poe Park Sundays, 10 am–6 pm,; $6 (adults,) $5 part of its Summer Sports program. (children and seniors,) plus museum Locally grown produce from the Visitor Center, 2640 Grand Con- Registration is required online. admission. very own Friends’ Compost and Gar- course; (718) 365–5516; www.ny- Hatha yoga: Poe Park Visitor Cen- den Site, tended to by the Garden cgovparks.org; Fridays, 10 am–10:45 Golfers of all ages can learn about ter, 2640 Grand Concourse and E. Crew and the Kids Garden Crew. am,; Free. key science concepts such as propul- Kingsbridge Road; (718) 365–5516; Children listen to an interactive sion, gravity, escape velocity, launch www.nycgvparks.org; Tuesdays, 1:30 Paper Arts & Crafts: Poe Park Vis- window, gravitational assist, and story with songs, and poems fol- pm to 2:15 pm; Free. itor Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; more! lowed by a craft and activity related Children of all ages are encouraged (718) 365–5516; www.nycgovparks. to the reading.For toddlers and pre- SeaGlass Carousel: SeaGlass Car- to participate in the yoga and medi- org; Wednesdays, 1–3 pm,; Free. schoolers. ousel, The Battery, Battery Park Un- tation program. Children have fun creating collages derpass, Manhattan; www.thebattery. using decoupage, origami, kirigami Wiffle ball and Frisbee: Hunts Seasonal crafts: Poe Park Visitor org; Daily, 10 am to 10 pm; beginning and more. Point Recreation Center, 765 Manida Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; (718) Thurs, Aug. 20; $5 per ride. St. and Spofford Avenue; (718) 860– Recycle to art: Poe Park Visi- 365–5516; www.nycgovparks.org; A beautiful, huge crystal nautilus 5544; www.nycgovparks.org; Tues- tor Center, 2640 Grand Concourse; Fridays, 2–3:30 pm; Free. shell with 30 grand luminescent fish, days – Thursdays, 2 pm to 3:30 pm, (718) 365–5516; www.nycgovparks. Make holiday arts and crafts. takes riders on an aquatic journey. Advertise with us! BROOKLYN QUEENS BRONX/RIVERDALE MANHATTAN Family Family Family Family

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August 2015 • BRONX/RIVERDALE Family 33 HealtHy eating Picking safe foods at farmers markets hopping at a farmers’ market not only offers some of the S freshest fruits, veggies, and Good sense other foods, but it also offers the opportunity to buy locally, support eatinG small business, and connect with Christine M. PaluMbo, rD your community. But as you explore farmers’ markets in your area, pay attention to the vendors’ food safety. Vendors often sell products outdoors where they are exposed to dirt, bugs, and pollutants. In addition, they usually have little access to water for product washing. Most markets have their own food safety rules as well as related government regulations. But there are basic guidelines you should follow, too: • C h e c k the stands’ overall cleanli- ness, including gloves and clean uten- sils, covered garbage cans, coolers for perishables, and clean bags. • B e sure to use separate reusable and vegetables. To reduce your risk: inside when you cut or peel them. grocery totes for raw meat and poul- Go early for the best selections, wash • Refrigerate cut or peeled fruits try and ready- to-eat foods. It’s im- fruits and vegetables thoroughly, and and vegetables within two hours. portant to wash your reusable totes dry them with a clean cloth or paper • O n l y buy pasteurized milk prod- often. Unwashed grocery bags are towel. Avoid produce with mold, ucts. Pregnant women, young chil- breeding grounds for bacteria. bruises, or cuts. dren, and people with weakened • Harmful food-borne pathogens • Wa sh produce even if you plan to immune systems are at higher risk like E. coli, salmonella, listeria, and peel it. Bacteria on the outside of mel- for illness caused by listeria. Soft norovirus may contaminate fruits ons and bananas can be transferred cheeses made from unpasteurized milk are one common source. • E g g s should be properly chilled Raspberry-blackberry at 45-degrees Fahrenheit. Make sure greek yogurt ice pops eggs are clean and the shells are not cracked. Makes 6 to 8 (depending on the size of the mold) • M e a t should be kept in closed INGREDIENTS: coolers with ice. Perishables must be 2 cups fresh (or frozen and thawed) blackberries or refrigerated within two hours (one raspberries hour if it’s more than 90-degrees 1/4 cup powdered sugar Fahrenheit), so bring an insulated 16 ounces honey-flavored Greek-style yogurt bag for the way home. Separate meat from other ready-to-eat foods, so the DIRECTIONS: Combine berries with powdered sugar in juices from raw meat do not come in a blender or food processor, pulse until smooth to make contact with other foods. purée. spoon half the yogurt into a bowl and stir in 2 • O n l y buy juice or cider that has tbsp. of purée so it is stained pink. spoon into ice pop been pasteurized. molds, add the rest of the purée, then the rest of the • To locate a farmers’ market near yogurt. Push in ice pop sticks and freeze until solid. you, go to www.localharvest.org. NUTRITION FACTS: 90 calories, 16 g carbohydrate (14 g Christine Palumbo is a Naperville-reg- sugar), 6 g protein, 0 g fat, 25 mg sodium, 136 mg potas- istered dietitian nutritionist. Follow her sium, 2 g fiber on Twitter @PalumboRD, Facebook at adapted from the oregon Raspberry and Blackberry Commission. Christine Palumbo Nutrition, or Chris@ ChristinePalumbo.com.

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