Jumping on trampolines has been a popular and seemingly harmless activity for kids for decades. With the recent introduction of trampoline parks and more and more families owning their own personal trampoline, these devices are only growing in popularity. However, there are a few major misconceptions...
Proper hydration is essential for babies, kids, and adults of all ages. As humans, we are constantly losing water throughout the day from skin evaporation, crying, sweating, using the bathroom and even from breathing. This, of course, can increase the chances of dehydration. Children, especially young...
Last month we discussed an overview of what to expect your first week home with new baby. This month we will be going more in depth into some concerns new parents have when caring for their newborn. From the moment you bring a new baby home,...
It took nine months in the making to reach this moment. Now it’s time to bring your brand new bundle of joy home! Whether you’re a new parent, or just need a refresher, here are some things that you should expect your first week at...
Few things in life are more precious than seeing your bundle of joy sleeping peacefully. We want to make sure those moments are as safe as they are precious. Unfortunately, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or “crib death,” is still something we need to think...
When it first came out that Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel weren’t going to vaccinate their baby, it got a lot of attention. That opened the door for other celebs to comment on vaccinations and whether or not they thought it was a good idea...
Sadly, millions of people in the US struggle with an eating disorder, and these struggles usually begin during the teenage years. Although there are several kinds of eating disorders, the two most common are anorexia nervosa (self-starvation) and bulimia nervosa (bingeing and purging). Who’s at Risk Most...
When it comes to childproofing your home, “better safe than sorry” is the ultimate motto. Healthychildren.org reminds us that “most poisonings occur when parents or caregivers are home but not paying attention.” Maybe in an ideal world, we could devote all of our time and attention...
Do 12th graders overdose more on Adderall or cocaine? The answer: Adderall. More youths ages 12–17 die from overdosing on opioid pain killers than they do from illegal drugs such as cocaine. Over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications are often found around the home, so teens have...
The internet has fundamentally changed how most of the world operates, and it has impacted the lives of so many people, especially our children. As parents, we must be conscious of the hidden dangers that lie within the world of social media. Cyberbullying has become a...