There are many activities you can do while at home to help enhance your toddler's motor skills, which will help pave the way towards them being more independent. Every milestone is a triumph and as your child begins to advance their skills, you’ll see them improve in more ways than one – cognitively, socially and
Send Your Kiddos Back to School With Snacks for the Brainiac
We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While that may not be a particularly scientific analysis, science does suggest that frequently snacking on apples can help with brain development and learning! Their richness in antioxidants protects brain cells from damaging free radicals, and they offer a healthy alternative to
Middle School Success: Getting Your Middle Schooler Prepared
You have done the tours and you have met the teachers. Now, with only a few days to go until your kiddo’s first day of middle school, how do we parents make sure the transition from elementary school is a smooth one? Listen with intent Do not dismiss your child’s feelings. Going from the top
Is Your Child Being Exposed to Too Much Blue Light?
It’s a phone illuminating a dark bedroom. A tablet settled on a lap, casting a blue glow. Electronic devices surround our everyday lives. And for a child, it’s their greatest form of entertainment. But, are their eyes paying the price? In a world in which we schedule virtual work meetings and stream movies at a
3 Banana Smoothies Your Kiddos Will Love
Do you have a kiddo who absolutely refuses to eat their veggies? Have you tried everything in the book to make them tolerate the taste? Well, don’t fret! Try our three banana smoothies with a hidden veggie that your kids are sure to love! They’re easy, fruity and delicious! Green Machine Smoothie 1 ripe
Put a Stop to Back-to-School Blues!
Another summer break is wrapping up and it’s time to lie out the children’s finely pressed uniforms and sit in the morning traffic. Everything seems to be as fine as it can be in the middle of a pandemic. And then, as the alarm goes off on that first day of school, you know in
Discover the Powers of Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus may be one of the most widely used herbal remedies, both commercially and by private consumers. The health benefits of the eucalyptus species are countless due to it strong aromatic oils within the leaves. The various uses of eucalyptus include its antibacterial properties to help fight some infections, pain relief, dental health and stimulating
Learn How to Treat Heat-Related Ailments
Summer days and beautiful Florida weather mean one thing — lots of time spent outdoors. However, with temperatures in the upper 90s and high humidity, you and your little ones can burn yourselves out quickly in the summer heat. The Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin breaks down how to recognize, prevent and treat some common and
3 Refreshing Homemade Ice Pops to Beat the Heat
Nothing beats a cold, refreshing ice pop during the dog days of summer. But, store-bought pops can be chockfull of sugar and chemical-based additives, depending on the brand you choose. The main ingredients in these homemade ice pops are fruits, so there is no need to worry when indulging in these sweet treats! All you
Tips For Staying Safe This Fourth of July
Independence Day, more commonly known as Fourth of July, brings barbecues, family time, fireworks and lots of red, white and blue. Our nation commemorates our independence with firework displays across the country, and many Americans host their own fireworks show in their own front yard. The fun of setting off your own fireworks comes with