This Giggle Get Pretty yellow feature is inspired by the summer sun and the color of positivity, freshness and happiness! Here are 9 yellow products for the summer. 1. Supergoop! Super Power Sunscreen Mousse, $35 Supergoop.com 2. CaselyYellow Flower Power… read more
Health
Move Out, Measles!
The United States is experiencing a measles outbreak and has broken the record number of measles cases since the vaccination since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000. The number of cases of measles is already the highest it’s been… read more
Does a Spoonful of Sugar Really Help the Medicine Go Down?
The answer is yes, it probably does. Let’s face it, kids usually don’t want to stop what they are doing long enough to eat meals, so asking them to take medicine, which usually doesn't taste very good, is an even… read more
Journey to Motherhood
From that glowing skin to amazing thick hair, being pregnant definitely has it's perks. But we know that some days can get really tough. Growing another human is hard work! These products will help you stay rested and feel beautiful… read more
BPA Products: Are they Harmful?
By Georgina Chong-You Whether you are a parent or not, you’ve probably heard of the term ‘BPA’ when talking about water bottles or basically anything plastic. The term “BPA free,” has turned into a trending term when referring to baby… read more
Sidestepping Shingles
By Tyler Jarnagin Many of us have experienced those horrendously annoying rashes we have come to know as chickenpox. But, what if I told you that may not be the last time you feel the burn of those unsightly blisters?… read more
The New Tobacco Ordinance in Alachua County
On January 22, the Alachua County Council of PTA’s passed an ordinance to implement the regulation of tobacco sales to youth. Alachua County is one of the first in the state to pass this type of ordinance that will greatly… read more
Beware: How Lead Poisoning Can Sicken Our Children
Approximately 15 percent of Florida’s children have too much lead in their body, and lead poisoning can result in long-term issues with bone growth, poor muscle coordination, damage to the nervous system, developmental delays and behavior issues, among other symptoms.… read more
Not Just for Candy Canes: Peppermint Perks & Health Benefits
BY REBECCA SANTANA Between the candy canes and peppermint mochas, it is easy to forget that peppermint is more than just a holiday treat. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), using mint in medicine dates… read more
Children and Febrile Seizures
By Tracy Wright For parents, especially those of infants, a child contracting a fever can be scary enough. If you add a seizure to that fever, it can be downright terrifying. It’s important for parents to understand seizures that accompany… read more