May 19, 2013
Feeling bloated? Sluggish? Maybe things are moving so well down there?
It could be that you’ve “deforested” your guts, according to Dr. Steven Lamm of the New York University School of Medicine and author of “No Guts, No Glory.”
He says so much of what we eat i... continue reading...
May 2, 2013
It is no secret that regular exercise provides tons of benefits to your body and mind. But working parents often find themselves depriving the opportunity of working out due to a hectic schedule. In between work and taking care of the kids, do you really hav... continue reading...
April 11, 2013
Knowing the right food for the family is an important skill that all parents must have. With the right nutrition, the children would be able to play their favorite games and they would have the energy to perform the household chores that they were assigned to. Here are some tips ... continue reading...
February 8, 2013
All children develop at a their own pace, but if your child exhibits any of the symptoms below, you should not hesitate to talk to your doctor.
Via: Cerebral Palsy Family Network
December 17, 2012
Here we are in the beginning of the cold and flu season. You might be wondering what is the most polite way to sneeze or cough? What about if your child's friend arrives sneezing and feverish? How do you politely tell his/her par... continue reading...
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Every day, the news talks about the fiscal impasse we’ve hit and which tax cuts will be ending in just mere weeks. One way people are trying to get around this is by giving away all their money to their children or other relatives so that they can become eligible fo... continue reading...
December 7, 2012
This is a Guest Post by Philip Sanders
Have we lost sight of a healthy norm? Once upon a time in America, childhood obesity was rare. Today more than 12% of children are obese by kindergarten. This means they weigh more than 20% of their healthy weight.
Ch... continue reading...
November 7, 2012
As a new parent, what do we fear most? Illness for our child.
Premature babies are especially vulnerable to illness. Just ask Deb Discenza, co-founder of PreemieWorld LLC, a website dedicated to education and support for parents of premature babies.
In the ... continue reading...
September 14, 2012
Back to school is full of appointments – sports physicals, school pictures, informational meetings for clubs, etc. But what’s that one appointment we tend to forget?
Susan Gaca, registered nurse and Chief Nursing Officer for Cigna, says people tend to forget to re... continue reading...
September 5, 2012
It’s always a challenge to get your kids to brush long enough and do a good job. And flossing? Maybe, maybe not.
Our dentist always says kids shouldn’t brush unsupervised until they can write in cursive (around 3rd Grade). Seems like a good rule.
Here are... continue reading...