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Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance
Food allergies and food intolerance are two terms that people may use interchangeably, but they are actually to very different issues. A food allergy is a reaction caused by a protein. An allergic reaction will begin in the body upon contact or consumption with a...
Making Physical Activity a LifeStyle
Wise eating choices are not the only factor in maintaining your child’s health and wellness. Physical activity is also an important part of the equation. Spending a minimum of twenty to thirty minutes three times a week in an activity that elevates your child’s...
23 Ways to Soothe a Fussy Newborn!
The first time you hear your baby cry is a thrilling experience; it's a sign she's entered the world healthy with a great set of lungs! But as the weeks go by, the thrill may quickly give way to concern and frustration. As you will inevitably learn, babies cry a lot....
Recommended Schedule for Immunizations
Are your children up to date on their vaccinations? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends immunizing children on a scheduled time frame that would best benefit their health and safety. Delaying or choosing not to immunize your child can expose them...
Is Your Child Wetting the Bed?
There are many different factors that can contribute to a child wetting the bed. It certainly does not mean that something is wrong with the child. On the contrary, approximately five million children in the United States wet the bed. The majority of the time it is...
A Safe Sleeping Environment for an Infant
In 1992, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) began recommending that infants be placed on their backs to sleep. This recommendation has helped to lower the number of sudden infant deaths (SIDS). On the other hand, the number of deaths by suffocation,...
Suffering from Sleep Deprivation?
The first weeks or months of your life with a new born can be one of the most exhilarating, special times of your life, but it can also be one of the most exhausting times. A good night’s sleep is a precious commodity when you have a little one. A lack thereof makes...
Overwhelmed by Homework?
Has evening homework become a struggle for you and your child? Even though the school year has just begun, you may have a child feeling completely overwhelmed with their work load. Remember children have different learning styles. Talk with the child’s teachers and...
There is No Perfect Parent
Guilt is a common feeling that most parents wrestle with. We worry about our children and our parenting. We worry we are not spending enough time with them. We worry that we are not providing enough for them. We worry that we have given our children to much or not...