Eating Disorders in Teens
Eating disorders are more well known than they used to be, but there are still many misconceptions surrounding them. There are several types of eating disorders that demonstrate symptoms in different ways, which we will discuss today. It is important…
1 year “blogiversary”
Has it really been a year already? The idea for this blog began several years ago, after hearing multiple parents say, “I know I shouldn’t have, but I looked on Google…” I would cringe every time, and half-jokingly say, “No…
Nutrition Recommendations: Vitamin K
We continue a multi-part series on nutrition this week, specifically regarding vitamins and minerals. These dietary elements are a very important part of your child’s growth, and while a varied diet can be difficult with picky eaters, hopefully this series…
Aromatherapy and Diffuser Use
Aromatherapy with essential oils has been rapidly gaining in popularity over the past few years. We will discuss other methods of using essential oils at another time, but today we will focus on the diffusion of these substances into the…
ADHD in Children – An Overview
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a mental health disorder that is common among school-aged children. It results in higher than normal activity levels, difficulty controlling impulses, and poor attention spans. This causes difficulty in school, at home, and…
Tiny Dangers: Magnets and Button Batteries
Everyone knows that children put things in their mouths. Food, fingers, toys, dirt, coins, plants…ALL OF THE THINGS. Young children explore the world through their mouths. Older children may be curious or have oral fixations. Anything that is small enough…
Nutrition Recommendations: Vitamins A & E
We continue a multi-part series on nutrition this week, specifically regarding vitamins and minerals. These dietary elements are a very important part of your child’s growth, and while a varied diet can be difficult to maintain with picky eaters, hopefully…
Reading With Your Child
If I really concentrate, I can still recite most of “But Not the Hippopotamus” by Sandra Boynton. That fun, brightly colored board book was a favorite of both of my children when they were tiny, and was read over and…
