Get Ready For Camp
Parents intending to send their kids to camp sometimes have difficulty accepting the idea that a teenager can fulfill the role of leader, teacher or surrogate parent
Preventing homesickness
Although parents may worry that their children will be homesick at camp, in fact, most children make the transition easily and happily. Those who do experience some pangs of homesickness quickly overcome the problem when an empathetic couns
Enjoy recession-driven travel deals
Travellers are finding the silver lining of the current economic climate is the availability of some incredible travel values. Hotel, airfare and vacation package prices are all down significantly from last year, helping to make travel more
Getting the family into fitness
More families are embracing exercise every year. In addition to the physical and mental benefits of routine exercise, an added and often overlooked benefit of exercise is it’s free. In light of ongoing economic woes, it’s no surprise so
Go Forth and Multiply
Here’s a quick test: Without using a pencil and paper, what are 8x8, 5x9, and 7x6? Mental math, especially with multiplication, can be tricky for many kids (and adults).While memorization of the times tables is the ideal once students und
Folic Acid and Pregnancy
Folic acid has been shown to reduce birth defects but a lot of women are confused about how much is needed and when they should begin taking supplements
Baby Skincare
New research shows that infant skin is even more sensitive than previously thought; it absorbs and loses moisture at a much quicker rate than adult skin. Keep your baby’s skin well moisturized to protect against clinical dryness
Childhood Asthma
Whether it’s mild, moderate or severe, all levels of asthma need to be taken seriously. Children are constantly exposed to triggers and can catch infections that may cause serious respiratory symptoms, which is why asthma needs to be mana
Kids Cold Season
When a child has a cold, moms and doctors agree that plenty of rest is often the best medicine. However, a stuffy nose often prevents children from getting the sleep they need
