Family
March 30th, 2020With many states ordering families to stay inside except for essential needs, families will be spending a lot of time together. So, today, the focus of my blog today is
Category: family
Giving Thanks During the Coronavirus
March 24th, 2020During this time of unprecedented uncertainty throughout the world, it is important to remember that good things can come out of bad situations. Although it is scary that schools and
How to Talk to Your Children About the Coronavirus
March 17th, 2020Your kids are hearing about coronavirus (COVID-19). Concern over this new virus can make children and families anxious. While we don’t know where and to what extent the disease may
Fight Childhood Obesity by Encouraging Your Child to Strength Train
February 24th, 2020Encouraging young people to do strength-based exercises — such as squats, push-ups and lunges — could play a key role in tackling child obesity, research suggests. Taking part in exercises
Homeschooling? Your Kids May Not Be Getting Enough Exercise
January 28th, 2020Parents who homeschool their children may think putting them into organized sports and physical activities keeps them fit, but a study states that kids may need more physical activity.
Belly Fat Can Lead to Brain Shrinkage
January 13th, 2020Carrying extra body fat, especially around the middle, may be linked to brain shrinkage.
The Importance of Family
December 23rd, 2019Now that the Holidays are upon us, everywhere you go, you see happy families spending time together. So, in honor of Hanukkah, Kwanza and Christmas and their celebration of family
Holiday Stress Busters for Parents of Children with Autism and Special Needs
December 17th, 2019One of the happiest – and most stressful – times of the year is right around the corner. Although the Holidays are known as the time of the year when
Prediabetes is Rising for Adolescents and Young Adults
December 3rd, 2019Nearly 25 percent of young adults and 1 in 5 adolescents in the United States have prediabetes, according to a study published Monday in the journal, JAMA Pediatrics. Prediabetes – a