For many kids, you can simply tell them to calm down or control their body or give them an activity to complete and rein in their behavior. But for a child with hyperactive tendencies, it can be much more difficult to regulate their behavior and calm them down. If you’re a parent at your wit’s […]
Dining In: Healthy Meals You Can Make in a Pinch
Just because you don’t have a lot of time to make dinner for your family doesn’t mean the food you prepare should be unhealthy. There are dozens of healthy meal options that can be made in less than 30 minutes. If you have a crock pot, these meals can be a snap to prepare and […]
Fit Families: 4 Ways to Raise Healthy, Active Kids
Watching children on a playground is amazing—most are just naturally physically active and always moving around. Most people are not aware just how important it is for kids to swing from those monkey bars, balance on the beam, and climb up the slide. Merely encouraging normal play will direct kids to a lifetime of being […]
What to Do When the Cookie Comes for You: How to Make Your Unhealthy Favorites Better
The air is filled with the mouth-watering scent of a freshly baked dessert. A cookie, warm from the oven and dripping with melted chocolate, awaits you. The only problem? It’s loaded with all of the ingredients that make you feel less than your best. You need to avoid unnecessary temptations by spinning them into healthier […]
5 Tips for Getting Your Children to Stay Calm at the Dentist
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders estimates that nearly 10 percent of people in the US suffer from dental phobia, otherwise known as fear or anxiety at the dentist’s office. Many people cite a traumatic or painful experience at the dentist’s office in childhood as the reason for their apprehension and disquiet over routine dental […]
Raising Charity: 5 Unique Ways to Teach Your Kids How to Be Charitable
Charity is defined as giving to those who are in need out of your own free will. While there’s the usual idea of charity – large or small amounts of money or time given to a specific organization – there are many ways to be uniquely charitable that will benefit everyone. One for one Everyone […]
Treating Addiction in Teens: Getting the Help You Need
September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Sadly, it’s not the only month of the year that teens can find themselves in trouble with substance abuse. As your child crosses over into the teenage realm, they are faced with a veritable onslaught of changes in their body and emotional wellbeing. This is the great […]
Lessons You Should Teach Your High-Maintenance Teen Before They Leave the Nest
There comes a time in every parent’s life when their children are ready to move out on their own. If you are the parent of a high-maintenance teenager, teaching them valuable lessons often seems like a daunting task. In today’s society, teens have become accustomed to instant satisfaction of their wants. When they are ready […]
Contact Sports: Are They a Yes or No for Growing Kids?
With the recent announcement of the first ever all-girls tackle football league, it’s clear that contact sports will only continue to grow in popularity. But when your son or daughter wants to sign up for what you perceive as a violent game, what should you do? If you’re wondering whether contact sports will leave permanent […]
Internet Safety and Security: Have You Talked With Your Family About Cyber Dangers?
Experts estimated that over 30 percent of computers around the world are infected with some sort of malware. Even more disturbing, roughly 74,000 new viruses are created every day. Internet security should be a top priority for every family. Below explains five key Internet safety and security points to discuss with your family. Cyberbullying Children […]
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