It doesn’t matter whether you’re the consummate morning person or not – the a.m. hours are usually difficult. You’re talking about a lot to do in a little amount of time. The key to making the feat more feasible is to be completely organized. Of course, anybody who has children…
Paula’s last child had just gone off to college and Paula was struggling with a deep inner emptiness. While she knew this day was coming, she was not really prepared for the intense hollowness that welled up within. After all, she had a life of her own. Her work as…
The heat is on – and it’s only going to get worse. All the SPF in the world often isn’t enough to protect your child from the beating sun in those hotter-than-heck months. But there is a ray of light. You can take other fool-proof measures to cover your kids…
“High blood pressure in kids? That’s what my grandmother has!” Nearly 2 out of 3 American adults have unhealthy blood pressure. Hypertension, or high blood pressure (HBP), cuts off nearly 5 years from an average person’s life. It is more common beyond middle age. Hence, what comes to mind when…
If you’re a mom who dreads taking the kids when you run errands, then there are ways to keep them occupied and perhaps make those mundane trips learning experiences for them. For example, a grocery store excursion could become a way for them to learn about nutrition. Make comparisons among…
Going away with kids isn’t a vacation; it’s a trip. Okay, so maybe that’s a little extreme. But any parent will cop to the fact that taking kids to a destination usually requires more work than play. More often than not, there’s little time for rest and relaxation. When was…
Ah, the lazy days of summer. Unlike the rest of the year, the rules change come summertime, especially when it comes to meals. If you haven’t already, it’s time to put those canned soups and raviolis and on the backburner in favor of some lighter fare. Take a vacation from…
The safety of the entire family usually seems to fall on Mom, but it’s important for even the smallest family members to know what to do if disaster strikes. Whether it’s an injury, crime or natural disaster, you can teach your children how to take control and get help when…
Who says there ain’t no cure for the summertime blues? You’ll be hard-pressed to find a child who doesn’t enjoy spending time by the pool. For most families, it’s the highlight of the summer — both fun and affordable. While it’s great that you and your children are looking forward…
It’s a parent’s worst nightmare. We’re talking about back over injuries. According to the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, at least one child a week dies as a result of being accidentally backed over by a family vehicle. Even more tragic is that it’s often a family member who is…