According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, which supports important and well-known functions, stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced photo damage.” As you age and through exposure… read more
In a world where schedules are packed and screens constantly demand attention, the act of sharing a meal with the people you live with can feel like a luxury. But mounting research shows that family meals are far more than… read more
All moms-to-be are bound to be exposed to common pregnancy myths that are just that — myths! While some tips and facts ring true, others are old wives’ tales that can lead to worry and cause panic for no valid… read more
As we enter the winter season of sharing jackets and cuddling together under movie night blankets, skin infections can quickly spread among your little ones, possibly more easily than you might have expected. Molluscum contagiosum is one to watch out… read more
For many expecting mothers, the world doesn’t stop turning when you become pregnant. There are children to care for, groceries to buy and houses to clean. Life continues and the needs of your family continue as well. But when you… read more
Parents sometimes recoil at scenes of roughhousing — kids wrestling, tumbling, chasing — yet that kind of play may be one of childhood’s unsung developmental powerhouses. According to recent research, rough-and-tumble play (commonly referred to as roughhousing) is more than… read more
You just found out you are pregnant! Congratulations! But put down that celebratory glass of champagne, and stow away the sushi. For the next nine months, there are some food restrictions you need to be aware of to maintain a… read more
When it comes to pregnancy, we’ve all heard the old wives’ tales and popular myths. Interestingly enough, many of these can be found in some way, shape or form throughout the world, while some are unique to different countries. While… read more
In the morning rush to make it to school in time, you may have grabbed your child’s backpack and realized it was unusually heavy. Backpacks today are jammed full of books, notebooks and electronic devices - how much is too… read more
It is something we hear on the news, but none of us ever imagine that it could happen to our own families. Although many of us think we would never make this fatal mistake, a simple change in routine or… read more
