November 2015 Table of Contents

By NYMetroParents Table of Contents November 2, 2015

Check out our November 2015 issue, which includes when to go to the ER versus Urgent Care, medical myths and misconceptions, 12 mac and cheese recipes, and how to get the most out of your child's special needs services. Plus, where to go ice-skating, a custom mug DIY, and the best fall shows for kids.

Feature Articles

Medical Myths Busted

Pediatricians reveal common myths, mistakes, and misconceptions parents make about their child's health.

Urgent Care or ER?

When to take your child to the ER, Urgent Care, or the pediatrician.

Health and Wellness Directory

Find health and wellness recources in your area.

More for Your Money

Get a handle on financial and future planning with advice from experts, including what's tax-deductible, how to handle rejected insurance claims, why you should apply for a Medicaid Waiver, and how to write a Letter of Intent.

Special Needs Resources Directory

Special needs services and resources in your area.

Mac and Cheese, Please!

Delicious mac and cheese recipes from local chefs.

Take Back Dinner!

How to make mealtimes meaningful.

Fun and Activities

Media Matters: Fall TV Roundup

The best TV shows for kids this fall.

DIY Corner: Permanent Marker Mugs

Learn how to make a personalized mug.

Staten Island Museum

Discover science, history, and local art at the Staten Island Museum’s Snug Harbor location.

Family Activities Calendar

Find tons of fun things to do in your area in November by searching our comprehensive calendar of kid and family events.

Where to go Ice Skating

Indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks in the New York City area.

Gyms with Child Care

A list of local gyms with child care programs in Westchester, Rockland, NYC, Long Island, and Connecticut.

Connections

Voice: 'Is Parenthood as Scary as It Seems?'

One Brooklyn woman wonders about the cons of parenthood.

Quotables

The best of the web this month, including inspiring, thoughtful, and funny Instagrams, tweets, and other posts from area parents.

NYMP Q&A: Employment Lawyer Tom Spiggle

Tom Spiggle's book, 'You’re Pregnant? You’re Fired! Protecting Mothers, Fathers, and Other Caregivers in the Workplace,' discusses discrimination at work.

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