Common Cold

Treatments for the Common Cold

This time of year it is not uncommon to find your children or yourself dealing with the common cold. The good news is, colds can usually be treated at home and in most cases,...
Dogs and Kids

Dogs and Kids: 5 Reasons They Are a Good Fit

If you are considering a pet for your kids the idea of a dog has probably come to mind. According to information found at the Humane Society website, 47% of American households own at...
Water Safety Tips

Water Safety Tips: Staying Safe Around Water

Summer is heating up and with that more and more people are heading for the lake, swimming pools, and other sources of water. Whether you are swimming or just spending time around water, there...
Why Positive Language is Powerful

Why Positive Language is Powerful

The way we speak to our children has a great influence in their development of self-esteem and confidence. What may seem like a harmless remark can be devastating to your child’s self-worth. It’s very...
5 Ways to Help Siblings Get Along

5 Ways to Help Siblings Get Along

Being a parent to multiple children is a formidable task. Whether they’re close in age or a few years apart, adding more kids means more work, more chatter, more love and care of course...
Head Lice

Prevention and Elimination of Head Lice

Back to school means a lot of things to parents and kids. For kids, it can mean a chance to have some time away from home and to enjoy learning while spending time with...
Martial Arts

Martial Arts For Kids – Fun And So Much More!

Looking for an activity for your child – one that gets him/her away from video games and computers? There are lots of great choices – and martial arts is one you will want to...