PARENTING
Balanced Breakfasts Fuel Children’s Brains and Bodies
We've all heard the saying, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." This is especially true for children as it is the perfect time to refuel in the morning to prepare for the school day. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, …
Enterovirus D68: What to Know This Season
If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably seen or heard stories about enterovirus D68, or EV-D68, a respiratory virus making its way around the country and sending kids to the intensive care unit. Scary, right? Well, even though the virus is now being …
Fortified Cereal Could Pose Risk to Kids
Cereal can be a nutritious and easy option for parents looking for a quick breakfast during the morning rush to get kids ready for the day. But how do you choose the "right" cereal? …
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). …
