Prevent sunburn: healthy skin begins in infancy
Babies are little rays of sunshine in the lives of their parents, yet some parents are unaware of how actual sunshine is unhealthy for thei…
Category: Young children (from 1 to 4 years old)
To spank or not to spank? That is the question.
About 20% of parents admit to using physical punishment such as spanking or swatting as part of disciplining their children. Yet, …
Are there risks to introducing solid foods early?
Major pediatric health organizations recommend introducing solid foods to infants at 6 months. Prior to 6 months, breast milk or f…
Giving up the Game Face: The importance of showing your true feelings
One of the most difficult things to do is to make ourselves appear happy when we feel stressed on the inside. It takes a tremendous amount of energ…
Telling tall tales: Have you caught your child lying?
Most parents want to think the best about their child. It can be hard to know what to do when we catch our child in a lie. Lying c…
What really is the harm in eating processed foods?
Food is everywhere. It nourishes our bodies, is a focal point for many celebrations and events, it can remind us of home when we are far away, and …
How do I know if my child has a healthy weight?
Talking about the weight of our children can be difficult for multiple reasons. Cultural factors, family genetics, lifestyle habits, and many other…
How to get your child to eat without a fight
Fighting to get a child to eat is a common family struggle. Luckily, parents can use a no-nonsense approach to avoid struggles over food wh…
5 tips parents can use today to take charge and feel good about discipline
Is disciplining your child a parenting dilemma for you? Here are five guiding principles to safely and effectively discipline your child. A…
How much screen time is safe for kids?
Ever wonder how much time kids should spend in front of screens either texting, watching YouTube videos, or playing online? Here are some r…