There are many parents who are hesitant to let their children play sports. For them, a sport is a waste of time and will just put their children in the danger of getting injured. They are also overprotective of their children and think that their kids would just be bullied by other kids. They may…
Obesity is a growing problem in United States, and the health risks that come with it are real and very devastating, not just for the obese individual, but also to the family that cares for him/her. Many of us know someone obese, and if you ever find yourself in a situation of caring for an…
Feeling bloated? Sluggish? Maybe things are moving so well down there? It could be that you’ve “deforested” your guts, according to Dr. Steven Lamm of the New York University School of Medicine and author of “No Guts, No Glory.” He says so much of what we eat is killing the good bacteria that lives in…
It is no secret that regular exercise provides tons of benefits to your body and mind. But working parents often find themselves depriving the opportunity of working out due to a hectic schedule. In between work and taking care of the kids, do you really have time to squeeze in exercise into your day? The…
Knowing the right food for the family is an important skill that all parents must have. With the right nutrition, the children would be able to play their favorite games and they would have the energy to perform the household chores that they were assigned to. Here are some tips of what to prepare that…
All children develop at a their own pace, but if your child exhibits any of the symptoms below, you should not hesitate to talk to your doctor. Via: Cerebral Palsy Family Network
Here we are in the beginning of the cold and flu season. You might be wondering what is the most polite way to sneeze or cough? What about if your child’s friend arrives sneezing and feverish? How do you politely tell his/her parents it’s time for the child to go home and rest? Hear tips…
Every day, the news talks about the fiscal impasse we’ve hit and which tax cuts will be ending in just mere weeks. One way people are trying to get around this is by giving away all their money to their children or other relatives so that they can become eligible for state-run health care known…
This is a Guest Post by Philip Sanders Have we lost sight of a healthy norm? Once upon a time in America, childhood obesity was rare. Today more than 12% of children are obese by kindergarten. This means they weigh more than 20% of their healthy weight. Childhood obesity has implications for physical health, emotional…
As a new parent, what do we fear most? Illness for our child. Premature babies are especially vulnerable to illness. Just ask Deb Discenza, co-founder of PreemieWorld LLC, a website dedicated to education and support for parents of premature babies. In the interview below, Discenza speaks to Family First Editor-In-Chief Marijo Tinlin about the challenges…