PARENTING
6 Ways to Reduce Injuries in Youth Sports
Fall sports are underway. Kids and teens are gearing up for football, cheering, hockey and a slew of other sports. Here are six ways to reduce injuries in youth sports. Wear proper equipment: Find out what appropriate protective gear your child may need in their …
3 Tips to Avoid Infections in Simple Cuts and Scrapes
Playing outside is a normal part of growing up. Whether your kids are involved in organized sports a few nights a week or just like to run around in the backyard whenever they can, exercise and fresh air are never terrible options for growing children. …
The Joys of Family Gardening
Guest Blogger: Khwaja Hussain, MD, primary care provider Spring evokes many emotions for any gardener. All the plans made over a year need to be implemented in a burst of activity over just a few weeks. A lot needs to be done, and time is …
Debunking Childhood Myths
Your parents said them to you, and now you may catch yourself saying them to your kids – childhood myths. “Gum will stay in your stomach for seven years.” “You’ll hurt your eyes if you read in the dark.” How about the five-second rule? Are these …
10 Lunchbox Snacks Your Kids Won’t Trade
Your child comes home with the same lunch you packed him earlier that day. That’s frustrating. It’s amazing what some cookie cutters and toothpicks can do. Here are 10 lunchbox snacks your kids won’t trade. Use cookie cutters to make fun-shaped sandwiches (without the crusts). …
Peanut Free Lunches
Peanut Free Lunches. Cute and fun ideas for peanut-free schools. Source: Smartschoolhouse.com …
Make Memories with Your Grandchildren
Of the more than 56 million grandparents in the U.S., about half live more than 200 miles from their grandchildren. Are you in that group? Then you know that distance creates a challenge for families who want to have a strong bond between your and …
