A child’s first words and first steps are memorable events – and most parents want their children to reach these and other developmental milestones ‘on time’ or to achieve them early. So it’s natural to be concerned if your little one isn’t, in your view, keeping up...
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Is My Child a Picky Eater or Problem Feeder?
Chicken nuggets, corn dogs, french fries, grilled cheese…repeat, repeat, repeat! Sound like a familiar menu in your household? Kids tend to gravitate toward processed, bland foods because these foods are predictable and easy to eat.
Drink Up! How Proper Water Intake Powers Your Body
What you drink, and how much, can have a real effect on your overall health. Our bodies are made up of about 60% water. If this changes, it can affect many of the normal processes of the body. You need water for: Energy production Mental alertness Regulating body...
7 Ways to Strengthen Your Bones & Lead an Active Life
Our bones are amazing structures that keep us upright. Along with muscles, ligaments and tendons, they allow us to move and participate in activities that make life worthwhile! Bones are made of minerals – calcium and phosphate – proteins, collagen and growth factors...
Depression and Anxiety During Pregnancy and After Childbirth
Mental health plays a big role in a healthy pregnancy. When a person feels anxious, stressed or depressed during pregnancy, it can affect their sleep, appetite and energy levels. This can make it harder to keep up with doctor visits, eat well or prepare for your baby....
Don’t Just Find Cancer – Prevent It
Did you know that there’s only one cancer you can prevent with a screening? It’s colon/colorectal cancer and the screening is a colonoscopy. The Power of Colonoscopy Screening Unlike many tests that only detect problems after they appear, a colonoscopy can find – and...
RSV: Know the Symptoms, Treatment and Ways to Prevent It
Every winter, we brace ourselves for the impact of cold and flu season. Clinics fill with children and infants with runny noses, coughs and congestion. Hospitals have children admitted for dehydration, vomiting or difficult breathing – among other problems. For some...
AI is not the Magic Pill for Therapy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) appears to have been integrated into many aspects of everyday life. “Alexa” turning on your lights and music in your home and “Siri” making a telephone call for you or giving you driving directions are now common concepts for most...
Is It ADHD? How to Recognize Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Your Child
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also called ADHD, is a long-term condition that affects millions of children. It can continue into adulthood. ADHD includes a number of ongoing problems. These can include having a hard time paying attention, being hyperactive...
Little Ears, Big Lessons: How to Help Kids Build a Healthy Body Image
The other day, my five-year-old Max said, “I need some protein so I can have big muscles.” I couldn’t help but laugh because I knew exactly where he heard that from – me. As a personal trainer, I focus on hitting my daily protein goals to build muscle and support a...
Backpack Safety: It’s Time to Lighten the Load
Have you ever noticed when moving your child's backpack, that it feels like it contains 40 pounds of rocks? Maybe you've noticed your child: Struggling to put it on Bending forward while carrying it Complaining of tingling or numbness Complaining of a headache and...
Childbirth and Beyond: My Hardest, Most Beautiful Work
Being a mom to Ayan and Jordan is the best part of my life. Ayan is six and Jordan is about to turn four and they are truly the best thing since sliced bread. Motherhood fills me with a kind of joy I never knew existed. Cheerleader, coach, snack-getter, boo-boo fixer,...
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