- Thermometer- Yes, a kiss on the forehead is a good initial diagnosis of a fever, but if you have a sick
Be Prepared for Sick Kids
by MPK October 15th, 2010 | Children's Health
The school year is well under way, which can mean only one thing: viruses are beginning to spread. In the past two weeks, two of my children have had viruses and missed days of school. Thankfully, they are older kids, so I could leave them alone to run to the store. However, things go much more smoothly as a parent if you're prepared for illnesses. So, what should you have on hand before the latest illness hits your house?
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Raising Health-Conscious Kids
by TJ Davis August 30th, 2010 | Children's Health, Exercise, Nutrition
Health awareness is on the rise. Obesity is on the rise. Kids and teens need more fitness related activities. Physical education programs in schools are on the decline. Today's children are more world-savvy and environmentally aware than earlier generations. Children today are less physically active than previous generations. Today’s kids are technology addicts. Children and teens are at higher risk for heart disease, diabetes and other health-related illness. These statements, some seemingly contradictory, are all generalizations; they are also all true. So, how do we, as parents, raise health-conscious, healthy children?
Health awareness is more than just telling our kids
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Health awareness is more than just telling our kids
Depression in Young Children
by TJ Davis July 12th, 2010 | Mental Health
Depression, which is essentially the inability to experience and express joy, is unfortunately common in adults and teens, and the signs are pretty obvious: changes in sleeping and eating habits, loss of concentration, feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, irritability, social withdrawal, and negative or even suicidal thoughts. Less common is the phenomenon of depression in young children and preteens.
Children with depression display many of the same symptoms as adults, but some may manifest a bit differently. Social withdrawal, for example, may be seen as having difficulty with relationships, poor communication and social isolation. Kids suffering from depression may also
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Children with depression display many of the same symptoms as adults, but some may manifest a bit differently. Social withdrawal, for example, may be seen as having difficulty with relationships, poor communication and social isolation. Kids suffering from depression may also
Start your child’s summer with a SPLASH!
by Kendall Ryan June 21st, 2010 | Exercise
Swimming is a sport that everyone can learn at any age. Everyone from 2 year olds to 100 year olds can learn and benefit from swimming. Swimming is both relaxing and effective. If taught properly, from an early age, it can teach kids how safely exercise and play while having fun doing it!
Here are some tips to start your child’s summer with a SPLASH!
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Here are some tips to start your child’s summer with a SPLASH!
- Encourage swimming from an early age. If you do not have a pool, invest in a local swim club membership. Be sure to sign up early…they are in high demand and most places have a waiting
Kids and Cholesterol
by TJ Davis June 18th, 2010 | Children's Health
It is pretty common knowledge these days that high cholesterol in adults is an indicator of increased risk of heart disease and other illness, but a surprising number of children, ages 10 - 17, also suffer from high cholesterol. In fact, it could be the most under-reported health issue they face, since it is uncommon for physicians to routinely screen kids for high cholesterol. Knowing if and when to ask your child's doctor about cholesterol screening can greatly reduce his/her risk of bigger health problems later in life.
There are two primary types of cholesterol: HDL, or high density lipoprotein,
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There are two primary types of cholesterol: HDL, or high density lipoprotein,