Outdoor Fun Health Center
As parents, it’s our job to teach our kids about the wonders of the great outdoors. It’s also important to keep them healthy and safe so they can get the most out of their outdoor experiences. Dr. Greene’s Great Outdoors Topic Center is filled with information about what you might want to bring on your adventures- both big and small.
It’s also a great place to visit if you have questions about water safety, sun safety, bee stings, vacationing with kids, or identifying poison oak, ivy and sumac. Looking for tips for traveling with a toddler? Wondering whether or not your child is getting enough exercise? Wondering how much sun is too much for your baby? Trying to figure out the best way to remove a tick? It’s all here- and more!
Articles
We all want our kids to get outside more, but it comes with some risks. Dr. Greene takes an in-depth look at some common conditions that result from playing outdoors, including concussion, breaks and sprains, and swimmer’s ear.
Q&A Guides
Dr. Greene answers parent’s questions on topics ranging from treating bee stings to soothing sunburns.
Vacationing & Travel
Traveling with small children may be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Here we discuss ways to make life easier during family expeditions, including tips for making the holiday season enjoyable for the whole family.
Swimming & Beach
A refreshing dip in the pool is great in the heat of summer, but how does chlorine exposure affect young children? Dr. Greene answers this and other swimming-related concerns.
Sports & Recreation
Sports are a great way for children to expend excess energy and grow healthy, but we also want to make sure they stay safe. Here are ways to do just that, including how to proceed in cases of head injury or concussion.
Insects & Animals
Learn about how to protect your children from insect bites naturally, as well as the benefits of having a family pet.
Outdoor Summer Fun
Explore ways to keep children safe and happy while playing outdoors under the summer sun.
Outdoor Winter Fun
Getting outside in the winter can be a great way to get creative with activities while combatting cabin fever! Learn what precautions to take in winter sports, as well as ways to increase vitamin D production in the colder months.
Accidents & Injuries
How can we best prepare for the unforeseen? Dr. Greene discusses ways to keep your children safe at home, in the car and at play.
Outdoor Safety
Take a look at the best ways to prepare children for safe play outside to ensure a joyful experience for everyone!
Our goal is to improve children's health by inspiring parents to become knowledgable partners who can work with their children's physicians in new and rich ways.