Trends in childhood obesity continue to increase every year. And if you think that it is only singling out one gender you're wrong. The obesity epidemic is affecting both girls and boys and is occurring in all race and ethnic groups in the United States. And one of the worst … [Read more...] about Childhood Obesity Facts and Stats
Five Creative Ways to Sneak in Some Veggies
We all know getting kids to eat their veggies is difficult. Trying to get your children to eat all the appropriate servings of veggies is difficult at best. If you are struggling to get your kids to eat their veggies, here are five creative ways to sneak in some veggies:Make it … [Read more...] about Five Creative Ways to Sneak in Some Veggies
Flu Vaccines: The Myths and Facts
When it comes to vaccines, there are a lot of myths out there. Many people hear things about vaccines, either from friends, neighbors, coworkers, even celebrities on television, that just are not true. It is important for a person to know the facts about vaccines before they make … [Read more...] about Flu Vaccines: The Myths and Facts
How to Tackle Clutter in the Bathroom
The bathroom, while one of the smallest rooms in the house, is often also one of the most cluttered rooms in the house. It tends to be a room where things gather and never get sorted through. So, what are some of the things you can do to tackle clutter in the bathroom? The … [Read more...] about How to Tackle Clutter in the Bathroom
Using A Checklist to Address Puberty with Your Child
Puberty is a very difficult time of life. As the body changes so does the mind. Sudden alterations in body chemistry or physical changes often scare children. This is highly understandable. Most of us remember what it was like to undergo the first major physical alterations … [Read more...] about Using A Checklist to Address Puberty with Your Child
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