Posted April 14, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
1 in 88 children have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Learning of your child's diagnosis is a frightening time in your life, but the decisions you make now will help you both in the long run.Posted March 13, 2012 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells
Is your family stressing out, sleep deprived, and not as fit as you'd like? Spring is here and it's time to put you and your family's health first without stressing out about it!Posted March 2, 2012 - 01:00 by Alyssa Chirco
We've rounded up lots of postpartum recovery tips for new moms, including details about the Mexican tradition known as a "cuarentana." Never heard of it? Click here to learn more!Posted February 9, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Help take the fear out of going to the dentist whether it's your child's first or tenth visit. With just a few tricks up your parenting sleeve you can even make the dentist fun.Posted February 7, 2012 - 05:30 by Maggie Wells
Making an effort to feed your kids wholesome and organic foods yields a big pay off.Posted January 28, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Parents often question the development of their children as well as whether or not any symptoms they exhibit are serious. But sometimes, getting to the doctor immediately is impossible. Now there is help available right at our fingertips.Posted January 10, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Great advancements have been made in cochlear implants over the last decade. So much so, they have been approved for children younger than 12 months despite criticism from the deaf community. Parents of young deaf children have a lot of factors to consider before making the decision to have their child fitted for an implant.Posted December 7, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Millions of couples face infertility and many of them turn to IVF in hopes of having a baby. However, NaProTechnology is an approach to overcoming infertility that is natural, and cheaper and more successful than IVF.Posted November 26, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Keeping your child's medical records in order can be overwhelming. There's paperwork from all directions: doctor visits, the pharmacy, and the insurance company. It can pile up fast. Choose an organizational tool and use it wisely.Posted November 9, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
Sani-Brand wants to help you stay healthy! You could win a free visit by a professional cleaning crew for the holidays! Plus: Dr. Joanna Dolgoff, a leading pediatrician, shares her tips for staying healthy this winter.Posted November 7, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders
November 17th is The Great American Smokeout. If you smoke, you aren't just hurting your own health, but your child's too. Secondhand smoke is a leading cause of SIDS, asthma, and lung cancer. Consider quitting this month for your child's sake.Posted October 15, 2011 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Choosing your child's doctor is a big decision. Make sure you have questions to ask that will help determine what pediatrician is right for your child and your family.Posted September 28, 2011 - 10:42 by Nancy Flanders
Good hand hygiene is a must for all of us. Make sure your child knows how to wash her hands and use sanitizer as she heads off to school during cold and flu season.Posted September 19, 2011 - 21:00 by Maggie Wells
Interested in losing a few pounds of baby fat painlessly while trying to get in that new mindset of fitness? Swedish Diet might help you.Posted September 18, 2011 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Whole Grains month is here again. Why not make this the year to change over to eating mostly whole grain food? Check here for a delicious recipe, tips, and a sweepstakes announcement from The Whole Grains Council.Posted September 13, 2011 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Yes, childhood obesity and nutrition are still health concerns in the United States. Read here for more information about childhood health, fitness, and Rally For Recess: a contest where students, parents, and schools can compete to win playground equipment for their school.Posted September 6, 2011 - 10:25 by Alyssa Chirco
Over 3.5 million kids are injured participating in sports each year. Learn tips for preventing these injuries, and find out about a special free webcast from St. Louis Children's Hospital that will help parents stay informed.Posted September 2, 2011 - 13:51 by Alyssa Chirco
Celebrate Labor Day by learning about BOLD, the Birth On Labor Day movement that empowers women to share their birth experiences and learn more about their childbirth options.Posted August 26, 2011 - 21:00 by Alyssa Chirco
Kids don't always want to brush their teeth, but we've got 8 great ideas to help get them motivated. Talking toucan, anyone?Posted August 20, 2011 - 21:00 by Sharon Rowley
If someone in your family is diagnosed with a serious illness requiring expensive medical treatments and hospital stays, your out of pocket expenses can be staggering. Many times family, friends, and neighbors want to help, and one of the ways to mobilize the efforts of those who want to assist is through “crowd sourcing."Subscribe and follow us today! Get daily stories, news, and advice for you and your family.
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