Children’s health is the foundation of their growth and development. Parents and guardians can improve their children’s mental and physical well-being to ensure their longevity. Prioritizing a kid’s health can also prevent their risk of illnesses. Pediatricians and psychiatrists recommend five methods of improving children’s health. Keeping your kids healthy can limit stress and anxiety within your household. Parents and …
7 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe at the Playground
You can’t always stop your children from getting scrapes and bruises. They’re clumsy, unpredictable and often seek out dangerous situations. However, you can make their playing environment safer for them and more manageable for yourself. Here are seven tips for keeping your kids safe at the playground. Dress for the Occasion Dress your kids appropriately for the weather and bring …
7 Essential Baby Items to Keep at New Grandparents’
Not all new parents are lucky enough to have both sets or at least one set of grandparents in close proximity. However, if you are lucky in this respect, your babies will likely spend some time with their grandparents at their homes. Due to this, it is suggested that grandparents keep some items in their houses that can aid the …
Unique Games to Play Outside With Your Kids
Family games are a great way to get the whole family moving. Your kids will love that you are willing to spend time with them outdoors, and you can enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Possibly the best part of outside games, though, is that making messes is okay. If you’re bored of the same old games over and over, …
Encouraging Physical Activity in Your Family Can Be Fun
Do you have to beg your kids to put down the tech and get outside? Perhaps you, too, would rather chill in front of the TV than get up and work out. If so, it might be time to rethink your family fitness routine. Contrary to popular belief, encouraging physical activity in your family — and actively participating — can …
8 Tips for Parents of Children With Anxiety
Anxiety doesn’t have a set age limit. Even young children can be affected — is yours one of them? If so, you need to exercise extra patience in your parenting. Instead of minimizing your child’s fears, teach them the tools they need to regulate their emotions for a lifetime. Here are eight tips for parents of children with anxiety. Teach …
How to Teach Your College Kid About Health
Most parents understand the importance of teaching their kids about health. But what do you do when your child is heading off to college without basic health skills like making doctor appointments and cooking healthy meals? Whether they’re a freshman or super senior, it’s crucial that you discuss topics like personal hygiene, sexual safety and mental health. Here are a …
How Long Should Baby Use a Pacifier?
Pacifiers. They can be serious lifesavers and are beloved by babies, parents, and caretakers alike. But how long is too long for a baby to use a pacifier? Is there a definitive point where it’s time to stop? According to Colgate, “the consensus is that one year old is ideal, and three years is the absolute limit…the best thing to …
3 Benefits of Newborn Baby Gowns
Deciding what to dress your newborn in can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure how long he’ll be kept in the hospital. It’s common practice to wrap babies in blankets and outfits that match mommy and daddy’s clothes, but that doesn’t always mean they’re comfortable or healthy. Baby gowns are a great alternative to swaddling or clothing sets as …
How to: Attending Your First Event Post Partum
Leaving the house can seem like a hassle more than a good time after giving birth, especially for first-time moms. It’s common for mothers to feel separation anxiety at the thought of leaving their newborn whether this is the first child or the second or third. Some mamas find it hard to leave the house for at least the first …