Reading Time: 3 minutes The percentage of obese kids and teenagers has increased more than three times since the 1970s, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). This is a problem since obesity can have serious health complications. Childhood obesity can make it harder to support our kids’ health—now and later in life. The time to start helping them make healthy changes is … Read More
Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby
Reading Time: 3 minutes Breastfeeding is one of the most natural human processes – but did you know it actually has a lot of advantages for babies and their mothers? Let’s look at the main benefits to consider for your family, including the benefits of breastfeeding vs. formula. Benefits of Breastfeeding for Baby The many breastfeeding benefits for your baby include: Optimal Nutrition Since … Read More
7 Healthy Back to School Tips to Start the Year Off Right
Reading Time: 4 minutes Many schools are starting back in August now, which means it’s time to start buying supplies and getting ready to jump back into the routine! But that’s not all—there’s a lot involved with a new school year. So here are some back to school tips focused on promoting good health all year long. Back to School Tips to Support Your … Read More
Children’s Eye Health: Daily Safety and Nutrition Tips
Reading Time: 3 minutes If you’re reading this right now, you’re using two very important organs in your body: your eyes! Although we use our eyes to see, read and ultimately make sense of the world, their health doesn’t often get as much attention compared to other parts of the body. Since August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, we’re taking the opportunity … Read More
Digital Devices: Can They Affect Your Child’s Health?
Reading Time: 2 minutes I recently read a few articles that I thought would be of benefit, especially if you are a parent. The gist of these articles is that children who use cell phones, tablets, computers and laptops are being set up for health problems later in life. Recent studies have demonstrated that children who spend hours upon hours using these devices are aging … Read More