Being a calm parent helps children learn to stay calm too
Being a parent can test one’s patience. The stress of daily life and the needs of our children can be overwhelming at times, but if we let stress…
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Tips to stay calm when everything seems to be going out of control
Being a parent can be tremendously stressful and, ultimately, anxiety can overtake us. Do you want to learn how to manage stress and anxiety effect…
Is fruit juice really healthy for my kids?
Are you surprised to hear that the juice you make for your children's snack can lead to obesity and tooth decay, although is 100% fruit? There is s…
Ouch! Helpful hints to manage summer’s insect bites
As the days grow long and warm, our families begin enjoying all the beauty of nature. Summer is a time full of outdoor activities such as picnics, …
Why fathers are important during the first year of life
Do you know the importance of a father’s role during the infancy and what benefits can provide for you and your family?
Why is teen pregnancy still happening? What parents need to know (Part I)
Teenage pregnancy still happens with more frequency than parents may realize. Although effective forms of birth control
The importance of avoiding spanking as a child discipline method
Following the work of many previous studies, new research continues to confirm the harmful relationship between physically disciplining chi…
Every word you say builds your child’s brain: The importance of talking to your baby during the first years of life
Talking with your baby or small child is a powerful tool parents can use to stimulate brain development and help them be ready for school e…
New recommendations for babies, children and teens: How much screen time is safe for kids?
New recommendations for screen time have been developed for every age group to reflect how prevalent digital media is in everyone’s life. Everyth…
How to really get your baby to sleep through the night: A no nonsense approach
Two major concerns of new parents are 1) when will the baby sleep through the night, and 2) how to get the baby to sleep t…