Mental illness is not just an adult problem. Children and teens can experience things like depression and anxiety. While you might expect your child to be moody or out of sorts every now and then (especially in their teenage years), adolescent depression can be a serious problem. With National Depression Screening Day coming up on… Continue Reading
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Is My Child Too Sick for School?
Now that kids are back in school for in-person learning, it’s time to brush up on the signs and symptoms that mean your child is too sick for school. Recognizing the symptoms of a possibly contagious illness may be more important now than ever. While statistics suggest that children do not get sick with COVID-19… Continue Reading
6 Ways to Help Your Child with Weight Management
National Childhood Obesity Month is in September. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 5 children in the US have obesity. It’s a serious problem that can put children and adolescents at risk for other health conditions. That’s why we have put together these 6 tips for weight management… Continue Reading
8 Back-to-School Tips for Parents
A new school year is upon us, and while things are looking a little more “normal” than they were this time last year, you might need some help gearing up and getting back into the swing of things. So we’re here to offer you some back-to-school tips to help you and your child stay safe,… Continue Reading
How to Pick the Best Sport for Your Child at Every Age
Despite what the temperatures say, fall is just around the corner, and with it comes the start of a new sports season. Participation in youth sports are a great way to help foster lifelong fitness, but if your child has never played a sport before all of the options can seem overwhelming. Children will naturally… Continue Reading
5 Sun Safety Tips for Kids
During the summer, your family is likely to spend more time outside than ever. Since July is UV Safety Awareness Month, we thought it was a good time to share some sun safety tips for kids. Our Top 5 Sun Safety Tips 1. Seek Shade Plan indoor activities to stay inside during the hottest parts… Continue Reading
How to Babyproof Your Home
Before you bring your baby home from the hospital, you need to make sure that your home is a safe place for them. Some baby proofing should be done immediately, but some things can be put off until later when crawling and walking are imminent. If you’re not sure where to start, here are 15… Continue Reading
8 Water Safety Tips For Summer
Temperatures are rising, which means summer is right around the corner. That means that the swimming season is almost here as well, so it’s time to brush up on some water safety. The best way to prepare your kids for the pool or beach is to enroll them in formal lessons when they’re learning to… Continue Reading
A Guide to the Stages of Adolescence
While entering the teenage years may be intimidating for both you and your child, understanding the ups and downs of the stages of adolescence can better prepare you to deal with any challenges. The Three Stages of Adolescence Each child is different, but you can generally expect the following changes during the three stages of… Continue Reading
Why Are Infant Immunizations Important?
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is a week that happens each year that highlights the importance of vaccinating children two years and younger. This year NIIW is April 24 – May 1, 2021. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the goal of this week is to educate people on how effective… Continue Reading
