There are a lot of critical ties between a healthy mouth and a healthy body. Setting your child up for an overall healthy life includes taking care of their physical, emotional, mental and oral health needs. Oral health care should begin the moment your child’s first baby tooth pops through. Setting your children up with…
In a world where social media, mainstream news outlets, and celebrity updates are at our fingertips, maintaining healthy self-esteem, for children and adults alike, can feel nearly impossible. From a young age, we are often told how we should look, what is considered “cool” and how social status will lead us down the path to…
Obesity is a crisis across our nation. As children continue to consume foods high in fat, sugar, and calories we see an ongoing rise in the obesity rate among children and teens. When you couple diet with a sedentary lifestyle, the problem only worsens. The CDC estimates 1 in 5 children between the ages of…
We are embarking on 2021, with all the surprises that came with 2020 in the rearview, still finding ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic thanks to COVID-19. At this point, we have been on a rollercoaster of emotions for months, trying hard to stay afloat with finances, online learning and, most importantly, good…
With the rising push to get America vaccinated after the release of the COVID-19 vaccine, there has been some skepticism about vaccines in general, including the flu shot. For decades, the flu vaccine has been the first line of defense against contracting or spreading the flu virus. The flu shot is the greatest way to…
Toys: the silly four-letter word parents cringe at when they come between a clean room, a sibling argument or a holiday wish list that seems to be overflowing with all things T-O-Y. Although, as parents, we feel like toys are overtaking our living spaces at times, we do know that they play a vital role…
As we embrace all that comes with the holiday season ahead and show extra gratitude this year for health, happiness, and security in our lives, there is no better time to give back to those less fortunate. Teaching children about gratitude along with the importance of volunteerism, empathy and taking care of others is an…
Over the last few months, many school districts have decided on whether they would choose a remote option, a hybrid model or allow their learners to return safely to the classroom under strict mask mandates and social distancing guidelines due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These options have been followed based on benchmarks set by the…
We are the heels of the official state to the holiday season. Although our celebrations may feel and look a little different this year, all thanks to COVID-19, we can still come together to find joy and celebration. You may be considering a small gathering at home, or an intimate meal with your immediate family,…
We’re officially hitting that time of year where we fall for everything fall. From corn mazes and pumpkin carving to apple picking, cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice everything and the burnt oranges and reds that fill the treetops on our walkways, it’s a special time of year for families. We are embarking on the unofficial start…