Just as we near the end of flu season, we are faced with concerns over the respiratory illness – Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Although this virus may seem scary, Coronaviruses have been around for some time, and the majority of them…...
Family Health
Posted in Family Health, Hot Topic
Developing intimate friendships in childhood is important, given the critical role friendships play in social and personal identity, social support, and physical and psychological well-being. Studies show healthy relationships can suppress levels of cortisol (a stress hormone) during stressful times,…...
The proliferation of wireless technology, mobile devices and unlimited content weighs heavily on many parents’ minds. A 2013 research study by Common Sense Media found that 72 percent of children under age eight and 38 percent of children under age…...
Posted in Family Health, Small Changes
Scheduling and attending health-related appointments, especially if you’re a parent and coordinating for your children, can sometimes feel like a full-time job. If you can’t remember the last time you had your teeth cleaned or struggle to remember the name…...
Posted in Family Health, Motivation
With many harsh chemicals found in household cleaners, it is important to consider greener solutions for the health of you and your family....
Posted in Eco-Living, Family Health Tagged with: environmental working group, green cleaning, healthier home products, spring cleaning
At the end of a long day of work, caring for kids and keeping up with life, the idea of getting a hot, home-cooked dinner on the table and eating it together can be a real challenge. There are plenty…...
Getting rid of screens for a week opens up our time, our creativity and our ability to bond as a family. In fact, doing a screen detox is one of the strategies we recommend in 52 Small Changes for the…...
One of the most important things we can do for the planet AND our health is to reduce the use of plastic. The toll plastic takes on the environment is undeniable. According to the Center for Biological Diversity, plastic makes…...
Studies show that if we are buying things, we might be putting our money in the wrong place. Create a Family Bucket List to live a richer life together....
Posted in Family Health, Mind-Body, Small Changes Tagged with: bucket list, experiences, life worth, placing value
Avoid the sugar high meltdowns and inevitable crashes and sluggishness by thinking outside the basket for this year’s Easter treats. Easter is a great time to give kids a basket of thoughtfully selected small items that will help them look forward to the spring and summer weather or provide them with refreshed craft, art or reading supplies....
Posted in Family Health, Nutrition, Small Changes Tagged with: easter, easter candy, healthy holidays
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