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Call it what you will, but Stegman, whose ophthalmologist hus- much of his work. In creating the pole,
a support column-turned-artwork is band, Dr. Daniel Stegman is the owner additional words to help decorate the
a show-stopping piece with a mission. of the practice. column were offered.
The column stands inside the newly Ms. Stegman first read about Mr. Ms. Stegman said several words
expanded New Jersey Eye and Ear at Santini while their new facility was that appear on the pole came from
23 West Palisade Ave. in Englewood. under construction. She reached out their children.
Decorating the white column are black to see if he would create art in the “They came up with ‘create,’ ‘hope,’
graffiti-like designs and words of love, space, which includes doctors’ offices, ‘worthy,’ ‘courage,’ ‘humble’ ‘laughter,’
positivity, and inspiration. a fashion optical shop, and a plant- ‘acceptance,’ ‘equality.’ It makes you
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born and bred artist Marco Santini, “Marco’s message is one of inclu- The pole also includes the names of
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the owners of New Jersey Eye and Ear. therapist who, by virtue of her profes- Marco Santini creating art with words of love, When Mr. Santini created this pole
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for his hip, art aesthetic sensibility of psychology. positivity” in Englewood recently, it
(think kinder, gentler Keith Haring and “We know words are so powerful,” Words can hurt. What we wanted to was, in a sense, a return to his begin-
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earing the words “my tummy ough evaluation is warranted. symptoms of pain, reflux, and diarrhea. celiac disease, and inflammatory bowel
hurts” from a youngster can AOC: When does a digestive com- AOC: When is it time to see a disease may not. A healthy and varied
strike fear in the heart of a plaint become an emergency? stomach specialist? diet, exercise, and a happy and support-
parent. Stomach aches are a common Dr. Zawahir: At the point that a di- Dr. Zawahir: After a complaint is ive support system for our children are
complaint among children and most gestive complaint results in symptoms evaluated by the child’s pediatrician, essential for their general well-being as
are completely normal. They usually of weight loss, poor growth, or severe is usually the best first stop. It may be well as their gut health.
suggest a child ate too much or needs diarrhea — particularly if bloody — it time to be seen by a specialist if a cause AOC: Anything else you would like
to go to the bathroom. becomes much more serious. is not readily apparent and treatable. At to add?
But how do you know when tum- AOC: What are the most common the point of a symptom not improving Dr. Zawahir: GI health is important
my troubles signal something more se- stomach/gastric problems that children over several weeks with various man- to the whole body. Our lifestyle choices
rious? About Our Children consulted face? That face teenagers? agement strategies, a child should be affect the gut and the health of the gut
with pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Dr. Zawahir: Younger children often referred to a GI specialist. Particularly can lead to an improvement in overall
Shamila Balkis Zawahir, a pediatric gas- face problems with food allergies, reflux if a child develops bloody diarrhea, pain health. For example, a diet rich in pre-
troenterologist who is part of the En- and constipation, and celiac disease. that results in disturbed sleep, weight biotics — healthy natural substrates
glewood Health Physician Network, for As children enter the teenage years the loss, or poor growth that child should for our own gut bacteria — can lead to
her expertise. same problems can occur, but we also see he quickly evaluated by a specialist. a healthy microbiome. The health of
AOC: When does a common tum- other problems such as Inflammatory In addition, if lab work is concerning our intestinal microbiome is essential
my ache become something of greater Bowel Disease and functional disorders for inflammation, nutrient deficien- for helping us digest our food, produce
concern? such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome and cy, anemia or liver abnormalities that some vitamins, and regulate our im-
Dr. Zawahir: Abdominal pain is Functional Abdominal Pain. family should be directed to a pediatric mune system. A diverse microbiome
a very common complaint with many AOC: How does stress impact gut gastroenterologist. also protects us from disease causing
possible causes, some benign and some health for youngsters? AOC: How can a parent prevent bacteria. It may even help us prevent
more serious. When the pain impacts Dr. Zawahir: Emotional stress af- stomach problems from occurring? obesity and various other conditions.
a child’s appetite, activity level, school fects the general well-being of children. Dr. Zawahir: The gut is a complex
or sports performance, it should be In addition, specific to the GI tract, it and large organ system. Although some Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor of
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e all have seen the dam- ery child gets a trophy. We are afraid to and responsibilities, and parents who their parent to be a parent. Talk to them
age that a fractured par- let our children learn that not everyone hand out cash readily. Their struggles about important things. Make them
ent-child relationship can can win every time. When my son was at school are outsourced to tutors and aware of challenges and how to deal
cause. The long-term negative effects 9, he got an award at a chess champion- their problems are assigned to thera- with them. Help them focus on the dif-
of physical or emotional deprivation ship for being the “15th most improved pists and counselors. ficulties of other people and how they
can be disastrous for a child. In my ex- player.” Parents over-praise their kids, A person who cannot deal with can help. An outwardly focused child
perience dealing with singles and the telling them they are wonderful instead stress at work usually can’t deal with becomes an outwardly aware adult.
singles crisis, it also is a problem to of emphasizing their effort, character stress at home. People simply have no Another core skill is having empa-
give our kids too much. Our children traits, and good deeds. resilience. Once stress surfaces or they thy. Empathy is the ability to under-
are more than loved. They are doted Parents need to build their chil- leave their comfort zone, the unpre- stand and share the feelings of others.
on, given everything they ever need dren’s character by giving them op- pared-for-real-life person shows through. My husband Gavin and I often counsel
and shielded from any kind of adversity portunities to contribute to their com- I give my kids lots of responsibili- couples in crisis. They simply lack em-
and challenge. The problem is that our munity and society. A child should be ty and I have been doing so since they pathy, a complete inability to think be-
children are becoming adults with no praised for visiting an elderly neighbor were young. I have no doubt that it yond their own needs. Children can be
resilience, no conflict-resolution skills, or picking up litter, not for being beau- builds their character. They also know taught at a young age to have empathy.
no staying power, and an exaggerated, tiful (whether true or not). Not every- to contribute to the world and not just The best thing we can do for our
inflated sense of self-importance. one is objectively as beautiful as his or take from it. At 17, my son is more con- children is to provide them with the life
Working with singles desperate to her mother may think. fident and competent than many 30 skills to be a resilient, sensitive, empa-
get married, I see how they cope with I consulted with a 50 year old who year olds, and I see that my 15-year-old thetic and generous. It is all about rais-
life’s challenges outside the dating is not rich, famous or a model but he daughter has insights into interperson- ing stable, warm, emotionally available
world. My conclusion is many people genuinely thinks he is perfect. The av- al relationships that are missing in so adults who have a positive sense of self
have very poor stress management erage girl believes she is a goddess and many of my Shabbat guests who are and the ability to develop a long-term
skills, poor communication skills, and nothing less than Prince Charming old enough to be her mother. loving relationship.
close to zero conflict-resolution skills. is the equivalent pedigree and good Most parents do not engage their Jodi Samuels, a mother of three, is the found-
The problem starts young. Your enough for her. kids in meaningful conversation. I er of JICN Y, a social entrepreneur, blogger
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he season of the sandal is here, as is the season length and width? How do you know that they are Starting right after Memorial Day, The Therapy
of the new sneakers and shoes for children to comfortable, especially if your child tends not to vo- Gym in Teaneck will hold Shoe Fitting Clinics, 10-min-
run around with during the summer. calize his or her discomfort? ute sessions supervised by a licensed physical thera-
How do you know if your child has outgrown his (I know a story about a boy who was walking pist that will check the size — length and width — of
or her shoes from the beginning of the year? How around in a pair of shoes, suffering in silence, because a child’s shoe and assess his or her gait to ensure that
their shoes fit properly. Parents can bring up to three
pairs of shoes to be checked.
Ellie Fuchs, owner of The Therapy Gym, said that
she often educates parents on proper shoe fit for their
children. The purchase of shoes, she said, is a very im-
portant one because the feet support the body weight
and shoes offer a cushioning to those feet. If not prop-
erly protected, they may not be able to withstand the
load, leading to gait abnormalities, foot deformities,
pain, impaired function, and skin breakdown.
“The most critical age of course,” said Ms. Fuchs “is
the initial walkers. Their shoes will affect their devel-
opment and their gait.”
Ms. Fuchs said that she offers shoe-fitting advice
and gait assessment for most of her physical therapy
clients, but the shoe-fitting clinic, which will be held
Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to noon and 3:30 to 4 p.m.,
and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10 a.m. by appointment,
is for all children, even those who do not get physical
therapy. The cost is $20 per session.
Ms. Fuchs stressed that shoes should be checked
for proper fit throughout the childhood and adoles-
cent years while feet are still growing.
Years ago, parents went to children’s shoe stores
and a trained salesperson would measure the child’s
feet and get the right shoe. The salesperson would
watch the child walk to make sure that the fit was
proper. Many of the children’s shoe stores no longer
exist. Now, with just a click on the computer or phone,
the child’s next, new pair of shoes or sneakers or san-
watershed
dals arrives at the house. But there’s no virtual check.
In addition to the shoe-fitting clinic, The Therapy
Gym is offering a Shoe Tying Clinic. A six-class course
recreation program
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shoes, a skill that has been lost in the age of Velcro
and elasticized closures. The 30-minute classes are
$35 each and will be held Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. and
Wednesdays, 5:15 p.m.
“Parents were calling us asking for a shoe-tying
The Watershed Recreation Program is now open from April 1 to November 30, 2019.
clinic,” said Ms. Fuchs. “It’s a very important skill.
Not just for shoes, but to know how to tie a bow or
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falls on Sunday, June 16. Rather than other side. (Don’t forget your pets!) If
spending a fortune on gadgets and giz- you don’t have a picture of someone,
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try a creative approach to gift-giving? of each leaf and thread a piece of yarn
Check out these ways to gift Dad and through it. Now tie the leaves to the
show true appreciation for him. tree branches.
Your Child’s
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Summer Memories
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memory they have of him. Between in- suggest a family hike in the morning, a
terviews, prepare a special song, poem, picnic in the park for lunch and a nap in
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other world came to life with a I needed help with each incarnation: Ovaltine, to join the high jinks of Little Besides comedians, crooners and
flick of the dial on that wondrous ma- Wheaties for Jack Armstrong, the Orphan Annie. quiz kids had come into our radio lives,
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esya Bayewitz is stepping into
young Jewish adulthood put-
ting her pedal foot forward.
The 12-year-old Teaneck sixth grad-
er at Yeshivat Noam is leading a team
100 strong to include her 60 classmates,
family members, and friends and tak-
ing them on a mitzvah bike ride in this
year’s Jewish Family and Children’s
Services (JFCS) Ride to Fight Hunger,
scheduled on Sunday, June 23.
In its nine years, there have been
bar or bat mitzvahs who participate
in the Ride to Fight Hunger as part of
their mitzvah project. They ride and
raise money and it’s a wonderful thing.
But for a girl to bring her entire
class — and then some — to the event,
and to make the ride her actual bat
mitzvah party is something unusual
and special, said Deborah K. Glasser,
director of marketing and communica-
tions for the Jewish Family & Children’s
Services of Northern NJ. At last year’s Ride to Fight Hunger. From left, Nesya Bayewitz’s grandfather, Jacob Schlanger; mother, Tirza Bayewitz; father, Ariel Bayewitz, and
“This is huge,” Ms. Glasser said. “At uncle, Ashrei Bayewitz. Kids, from left: Nesya’s brother, Sammy, Nesya, and brother, Moshe.
her age to do something different like
this is amazing. To be so kind and gen- talked about a rabbi in Jerusalem who will have theirs distinguished by color. For Nesya, who loves biking and
erous. Nesya is really a very warm and made a wedding and opened the meal Their T-shirts will be hot pink. bikes at least twice a week with her
wonderful young lady. We’re thrilled to the entire community. That example Said Tirza: “This event could not be friends, her other activities include
that the Bayewitz family offered to of inclusion was a great motivation. a more perfect expression of the kind playing guitar, soccer, baseball, and
have the celebration with us.” “We should never forget how fortu- of kid she is. She loves to have fun with drama. “I am so happy that I can have
The Bayewitz family has been par- nate we are,” Tirza said, “and we should her friends outdoors, enjoys the inde- fun and do charity at the same time,”
ticipating in Riding to Fight Hunger for use our happy event to help other pendence of riding a bike, and is com- she said. “For my bat mitzvah, I wanted
the last five years, and Nesya since she people to make sure that their needs passionate about the needs of others. to share this experience with my friends
was 8 years old. are met. Nobody should suffer from We have gotten to know JFCS in the so they can also learn about how to
Tirza (Teresa) Bayewitz, Nesya’s food insecurity.” process and are amazed at the support help people who don’t have enough
mother said the idea to have Nesya’s The Bayewitz team hopes to raise they provide for members of our com- food or aren’t able to leave their house
bat mitzvah as the Ride to Fight Hun- $18,000 this year. munity. We are so proud of Nesya for to get groceries.
ger first came to her from a story she “We thought that this whole expe- choosing to celebrate her bat mitzvah “I hope they will love the ride as
heard from Rabbi Ezra Weiner of Con- rience would be perfect for this mile- with JFCS.” much as I do and come back with their
gregation Rinat Yisroel. Rabbi Weiner stone,” said Tirza. Said Nesya’s father, Ariel Berkow- families in the future.”
Nesya’s bat mitzvah will start morn- itz, “As a family we have always enjoyed The money raised will benefit the
ing davening at 8:30 in a tent set up for the annual JFCS bike rides, and it’s been JFCS Meals-on-Wheels program, de-
the participants. It will be followed wonderful learning more about the or- livering more than 48,000 meals to
by a breakfast of bagels, muffins, and ganization over the past few months. homebound seniors and others in Ber-
other goodies to fuel the riders. Then JFCS is run by an outstanding team, led gen, Passaic and Hudson counties. The
the team will get in gear for a 10-mile by dedicated and talented lay leaders, money also is used to support the JFCS
ride that starts at Temple Emanu-El and we’ve been so impressed by their Food Pantries, located in Teaneck and
in Closter and follows a path through passion for the work they do and the Fair Lawn. Some 200 families rely on
Rockland County until it rounds back to commitment they have to the broad- the food pantries.
the starting point. (There are biking op- er community. JFCS hopes for at least 200 partici-
tions: 3, 10, 25 and 50-miles, as well as a “We hope this bat mitzvah cele- pants in this year’s event and set a goal
hike.) Once back, riders will be treated bration will not only be meaningful for of raising at lease $100,000.
to a barbecue, tunes by a DJ, games and Nesya and her friends, but it will help Registration and information about
even a traditional hora simcha dance in spread greater awareness about JFCS donation and the course is available at
honor of Nesya’s bat mitzvah. and the services they provide. Hope- www.ridetofighthunger.com.
The team also will wear Ride to fully we’ll continue to see a new wave
Nesya Bayewitz on her bike doing what she Fight Hunger T-shirts like the event par- of young bikers and volunteers in years Heidi Mae Bratt is the editor
loves to do. ticipants. But the bat mitzvah guests to come.” of About Our Children.
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eat belts save lives. Proper car • Between the ages of 4 and 8, or off switch. get. A properly installed car seat can
seats save children’s lives. until the child is 4'9" tall — a boost- • The harness clip should rest on save your child’s life.
Motor vehicle accidents are er seat should be used when the child the chest of the child. Always refer to your specific
the number one cause of death for chil- reaches the height and weight limits of • Make sure a rear-facing child seat car seat manufacturer’s instructions
dren ages 2 to 14. The best way to pro- the forward facing seats. rests at an angle where the infant’s head (check height and weight limits) and
tect your child while in the car is to use • After age 8 or 4'9" tall — the child does not flop forward. read the vehicle owner’s manual on
the right seat, at the right time, in the can use a properly fitted seat belt. • Car seat inspections may be avail- how to install the car seat using the
right way. The seat belt should lie across the up- able at local fire stations if you are not seat belt or lower anchors and a tether,
In New Jersey, state law requires per thighs (not the stomach) and the sure of the proper way to position your if available. To maximize safety, keep
that children under 8 years old who shoulder belt should fit across the chest car or booster seat. your child in the car seat for as long
weigh less than 80 pounds be secured (not the neck) when the child’s back is As children grow, how they sit in as possible, as long as the child fits
in a car seat or booster seat. against the seat. your car will change. Make sure you use within the manufacturer’s height and
Here are some tips from the Cen- Use the seat in the right way. The a car seat that fits your child’s current weight requirements.
ters for Disease Control and the Na- seat should always be used and in- size and age. Keep your child in the back seat at
tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin- stalled using the manufacturer’s guide- Not all car seats fit in all vehicles. least through age 12.
istration to guide you in purchasing lines. Here are general tips: Make sure the car seat is the right fit More information on car seat safety
the proper car seat or booster seat for • In selecting a car seat consider for your vehicle. Test the car seat you is available from the National Highway
your child. how the safety seat fits your child, the plan to buy to make sure it fits well in Traffic and Safety Administration.
• Birth through age 2 — a rear-fac- ease of its use, and whether it fits easily your vehicle. Buy a car seat that can
ing car seat is required. in your car. be installed and used correctly ev- Parminder K. Savalia is health educa-
• Between the ages of 2 and 4, or up • The child should ride in the mid- ery time. tion supervisor at The Valley Hospital
to 40 pounds — a forward-facing child dle of the back seat whenever possible Remember that the best safety seat Department of Community Health.
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VOICES
Saying Goodbye
in a Jewish, Loving Ritualistic Way
Deborah Breslow prepared for my mother’s, they each
said goodbye privately and timidly.
I
n a small bedroom, now made even Too much to bear in such a short pe-
smaller by the steel gray hospital riod of time, they met this end of life
bed, my husband and I, my sons, experience with both heartache and
my brother-in-law, and my mother- grace. Six years later, this Viddui, this
in-law gathered around my dying fa- opportunity for confession with Papa,
ther-in-law to take part in Viddui or was received in a way that will never
confession. Fondly known as Papa, my leave me. Perhaps it was because they
94-year-old father-in-law had stopped were older, more mature, more sure of
eating, drinking, and speaking within themselves or more understanding of
a period of two weeks. It had become what happens at end of life that they
clear to all who loved him that he was, embraced the tradition with such ease.
for all intents and purposes, ready to go. Without trepidation, each grandson
With just enough light for the rabbi to offered Papa cherished memories, poi-
see the words in her prayer book, she gnant insights, and modest expressions
warmly greeted us explaining that Jews of love, devotion, and respect. Though
were not offered the prayers and min- glaringly exposed to the others around
istrations of last rites. Like that ritual, the bedside, none was afraid to cry,
we might consider using this oppor- to share his immeasurable sadness of
tunity to tell Papa how we felt about the impending loss, or to ensure Papa
him, to share a special memory, or to knew how much he’d be missed. With
say something that otherwise might be reverence for the solemnity of the ex-
left unsaid. The confession was not an perience, each remained composed
admission of guilt but rather a profes- Though my grandparents lived in my children became fuller, their rela- while his father and uncle said goodbye
sion of love. Massachusetts, we were fortunate to tionships with their grandparents were to their father, and waited while their
As the rabbi prayed, I considered see them for all of the Jewish holidays enhanced by thoughtful discussions grandmother gave a final kiss to her
the intensity and enormity of this ex- and visited during school and sum- and an abundance of laughter. Through husband and partner for life.
perience from the perspective of all mer vacations. My mother’s father every up and down, from preschool Within days of that ritual, Papa
involved. Is anyone ever really ready to predeceased my birth, but despite the through high school, the boys knew that died peacefully in his bedroom. We
say goodbye to a loved one? Was my distance, I had exceptionally close re- their grandparents were available and were grateful to have honored his re-
mother-in-law, Papa’s bride of 68 years, lationships with the other three grand- present for support, advice, affirmation, quest, made just a year prior, to die at
cognizant of what was happening? parents. Looking back, if I’d had the and love. There’s been a give and take home. In a world where at one time
Were my husband or his older brother, opportunity to participate in a similar and sense of equality that I didn’t have children were to speak only when spo-
who’d never suffered a significant per- ritual for my grandparents like that with the elders in my family. For me, the ken to and meant to be seen but not
sonal loss, prepared? Would my chil- which was being offered to Papa, I’m age gap felt wider than what my kids heard, I know Papa heard his grand-
dren feel comfortable responding so certain I’d have felt awkward and em- would describe was the case with their sons that day and was comforted by
vulnerably? Would they be open and barrassed. I’d have been much more grandparents. My grandparents just their promise to remain devoted to
willing to expose their feelings? Would concerned with my mother or father’s seemed old. their grandmother.
I have been at that age? In a word, no. emotion or grief than to consider be- Wha t ’s remained consistent The prayer is recited when death
I grew up with a generation of ing in touch with my own. I grew up at throughout the years is an unfailing seems imminent; it may be said by the
parents and grandparents who did not a time when kids were protected from commitment to honor our mothers and dying person, by family members, or
speak openly about death. Terminal ill- things that were upsetting. I can’t imag- fathers. As the Ten Commandments by a rabbi. It can be read in Hebrew or
ness was discussed among the grown- ine being invited into a setting that was teach us, there’s value in honoring our English or in both languages. A formal
ups in whispers or spoken about in only meant for grown-ups. parents both in life and in death. My Viddui can be read in sections, with
code. We typically learned about the But our kids had a different expe- children have followed in my footsteps pauses to let people speak from their
death of an elder after it happened and rience. From the time they were born, by watching the way my husband and I hearts, to voice regrets or guilt, to ask
if we were old enough to say goodbye they were surrounded by two sets of have connected with our parents. It has forgiveness of one another, and to say
beforehand, we were rushed in and grandparents. Good friends and res- paved the way to right action. The in- “I love you.”
out of hospital rooms as though death idents of Fair Lawn, Florence, David, dividual and collective efforts my sons
were contagious. Lingering, reflecting, Gloria and Paul were permanent fix- have made to interact with their grand- Deborah Breslow is a freelance writer and
or excessive emotionality was not an tures in the lives of their three grand- parents has been a blessing. college essay coach from Wyckoff. Her work
option. The unspoken message to the sons. There was not a stage of life that When my parents died in 2012 and appears in publications focusing on home,
youngsters was that the end of life is each of the four grandparents did not 2013, my boys were in their late teens. parenting, and medical advocacy. Visit
not something to talk about. fully take part in. And as the lives of Prepared for my father’s death and un- Breslow’s website at www.djbreslow.com.
A
mother called to tell be drawn upon elsewhere.
me that while on va- Challenges come, unexpect-
cation her husband ed disappointments arrive.
slipped and ended up in the We cannot shield our children
emergency room. Her teen but we can give them tools to
kept texting — not to inquire thrive. Spirituality empowers
about her father but to say the next generation with an
that she’s bored and wants to understanding that there is
leave the hotel room. a Higher Being who watch-
“Can you believe her?” es over us. We are not alone.
she asked. There is a Divine Plan.
When I asked her if she How can we communicate
confronted her daughter’s be- this to our kids?
havior, the mother sheepishly Try to have a daily prayer
replied she didn’t. routine. Even if it is just a few
Living in a selfie gener- moments of spiritual con-
ation, parents and educators nection, children absorb our
struggle with teaching children actions. While praying don’t
GAPINGVOID
to think of others. Along with engage in conversation.
being self-absorbed comes a Maintain proper respect
lack of respect. for holy books such as prayer
We are responsible with books not lying on a floor or
teaching our children how to fully towards one another is ciency, act upon it. feel like a zero. Be clear and being treated casually and
act respectfully. We can’t ex- the most important way to in- Here are some daily exam- consistent. Follow through. piled under other books.
pect them to automatically culcate respect. Husbands and ples that your children can do Don’t ruin the teaching mo- Children should see digni-
correct their wrong behav- wives who despite differences to treat others with dignity: ment through shaming and fied behavior while celebrating
ior. Some parents are afraid of opinion maintain their dig- Look at people instead of public disgrace. traditions. Ask: what is the at-
of their children’s reactions nity, speak in calm tones, use your smartphone when speak- titude shown toward keeping
so they say nothing. They words and body language that ing to others Teach respect for holidays? What is the conver-
would rather be their child’s do not threaten, do more to When grandparents come the world around you sation at my Shabbat table, my
BFF than a figure of author- teach children the value of re- to visit stand up and greet It is a mitzvah in the Torah to Seder table?
ity. Others ignore the rude- spect than any lecture. them; don’t wait for them to respect the incredible world Beautify the mitzvot you
ness and misbehavior until Children who witness find you and then grunt your that we’ve been given and not keep. Show that you are hap-
they angrily explode and lose put-downs, mocking com- “hello.” destroy it needlessly. py to welcome Shabbos, invite
control. Both situations breed ments, eye rolls, and lack of Smile. There is a famous Teach children to take care guests, make a blessing or sit
disrespect. consideration for each other’s teaching in Judaism: “Encoun- of their things. Throwing away at your Seder table. Engage
Creating a relationship thoughts and opinions learn ter all individuals with a pleas- filled plates of food because your child and show him the
built on respect with our chil- to disrespect. ant face.” Your smile or lack of too much was taken, carelessly beautiful menorah, Kiddush
dren is forged by infusing our Seek out ways to convey it has an impact on others. losing headbands and baseball cup or Shabbos candlesticks
homes with an atmosphere that you hold your spouse in Don’t interrupt others caps, leaving clothing all over you are using. Don’t put your
of “kavod,” the Hebrew word high regard. Show your chil- while they are speaking — even the house are small examples mitzvot at the bottom of your
for honor. More than simply dren acts of kindness that if it is your younger brother of kids forgetting that every- to-do list.
teaching good manners, we you are happy to do because and you feel that what you thing we have should be valued Honoring parents through
are talking about transmitting you love one another. Be pos- have to say is more important. and cared for. thoughts, words, and deeds
dignity, values, and charac- itive about your spouse. Ex- Listen and be open to oth- The Torah also teaches us are the basics of imparting
ter. It describes a respect and press appreciation in front of er’s ideas and opinions. . You not to hurt animals and to take respect. In addition, we have
reverence that is felt for your your children. Tell your kids are not always right and you care of the environment. countless opportunities each
parents and those who came how special their mom and do not know it all. Even if you When c hildren value day to mold our children’s
before you. dad are. do not agree you can still lis- “things” they come to a place character and help them dis-
Here are some practical When disciplining, be on ten respectfully. of gratitude. Those who take cover the dignity that lies
ways we can bring a spirit of the same page. Children who Parents, be respectful “things” for granted eventually within their souls.
respect into our homes ev- see alignment are more likely when you discipline. Embar- take the people in their lives
ery day. to respect their parent’s deci- rassing your child will push for granted. Slovie Jungreis-Wolff is an author,
sions. In unity there is strength. your child away. Behind most teacher, parenting and couples
Create an atmosphere angry children lies pain. Of Teach Respect for Heaven coach and the daughter of the late
of peace in the home Teach respect for others course parents must discipline Too many children today feel Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis.
Children seeing their parents Expect your children to respect but be sure that in the process apathetic and disconnected to
speaking and acting respect- others. And if you see a defi- you do not make your child spirituality. A relationship with Aish.com
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ELIANA GLUCK
Eliana Gluck, daughter of Hayley and
Jeffrey Gluck of Ridgewood, celebrated
becoming a bat mitzvah on May 18 at
Temple Israel & Jewish Community
WHITNEY MILLER
Center in Ridgewood.
Whitney Miller, daughter of Lainie and
Gregory Miller and sister of Erica, of
MATTHEW HALPERN Upper Saddle River, celebrated becom-
ing a bat mitzvah on May 4 at Temple
Matthew Halpern, son of Rachel and
Emanuel of the Pascack Valley in
Stephen Halpern of Waldwick, celebrat-
Woodcliff Lake.
ed becoming a bar mitzvah on May 11
at Temple Israel & Jewish Community
Mazal tov to the graduating religious school class of Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Center in Ridgewood.
Valley in Woodcliff Lake. Joining the students are Rabbi Shelley Kniaz, religious School ABIGAIL PYATSKI
director, front row far right; Gilat Epstein, teacher, front row far left; Rabbi Loren Abigail Pyatski, daughter of Lena and
Monosov, second row far left; Margie Shore, top row far left, school administrator, and Michael Pyatski of Riverdale, celebrated
Cantor Alan Sokoloff. The award winning religious school has been recognized for its becoming a bat mitzvah on May 18 at
excellence in teaching and its innovative approaches to learning. Temple Avodat Shalom in River Edge.
LEAH LEVANT
Leah Levant, daughter of Lauren and Rick SHAYA WASSERMAN
Levant of Hillsdale and sister of Alyssa, Shaya Wasserman, son of Hillary and
celebrated becoming a bat mitzvah Joshua Wasserman and brother of Noa,
on May 25 at Temple Emanuel of the celebrated becoming a bar mitzvah on
Pascack Valley in Woodcliff Lake. Sunday, May 5, Rosh Chodesh Iyar, at
BCHSJS graduates with their teacher, Barnett Goldman, left. COURTESY BCHSJS
Congregation Beth Sholom in Teaneck
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