Parent often worry about their children's weight, especially if they seem extra thin, or overweight. However, because all kids develop at a different rate, it is not smart to compare your child to what your other kids weighed or looked like at their age, or what kids in their … [Read more...] about What Is A Normal Weight for Your Child?
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You Look Great! Your Teen’s Self Image
Teens struggle with body image more than any other age group. A lot of this is due to the many changes their body undergoes and the adjustment from child to emerging adult. In order to encourage your child to have a healthier body image, consider doing the following:Help them … [Read more...] about You Look Great! Your Teen’s Self Image
Steps to Avoid Childhood Obesity
Fight the problem of childhood obesity by the following:How you live: What kind of lifestyle does your child lead? Do they spend their time after school out playing with friends in the yard or park, or do they sit in front of the television or computer? On weekends do you go out … [Read more...] about Steps to Avoid Childhood Obesity
Fighting Childhood Obesity
Fighting childhood obesity is something every parent should strive for. While no parent wants their child to be fat, many practice unhealthy habits that lead to this. So, if you want to help your child be at a healthy weight, consider the following areas of their life:Diet: This … [Read more...] about Fighting Childhood Obesity
Playgroup Pitfalls
Many moms with small children try to find a playgroup to get involved with. A playgroup typically meets once a week, or once every other week, and all the kids get together and play. The idea is to teach kids how to play well with others, and to give the moms a bit of a reprieve. … [Read more...] about Playgroup Pitfalls
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to