All Entries For children
Healthy Pizza with Pizzazz!
Here's how to make (or order) a healthier pizza that your whole family will love!
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Healthy Teens Equal Smarter Teens
Studies on adults have shown metabolic syndrome is associated with brain changes in adults. New research shows the same effects on the teenage brain.
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How to Squeeze in Exercise as a Busy Mom
We all know that exercise is important for our health, but who has the time? Try these tips to fit some fitness into your busy day.
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Get Kids to Eat Veggies by Offering More Veggies
It doesn't bother me to make a few different vegetables and then let my kids choose which ones they want. I find that when given the choice, they usually want some of both.
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Your Kitchen: Built for Speed!
Use these simple tips to make your kitchen more efficient!
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The Problem of Childhood Obesity: How You Can Be Part of the Solution
What can we start doing today, right now, in our own homes and communities to help turn around the childhood obesity epidemic?
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Add More Veggies to Your Family Meals
Do you struggle getting vegetables on the table? Check out these simple tips for getting more green in your family's diet!
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How to Teach (and Learn) Self-Control as a Parent
If you're a parent, you've probably experienced your share of frustrating temper tantrums. Here's how to keep your cool when your child gets heated.
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Workout Tips for New Parents
When you're a new parent, it's difficult to juggle all of your responsibilites and still find time for fitness. Here are a few tips on how to do it!
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Parenting is NOT One-Size-Fits-All
From the moment you find out you're pregnant, you'll find that everyone has advice on how to raise your child. But should you take all of it to heart?
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A Month of Fun, Healthy School Lunches
Looking for more healthy school lunch ideas your kids will actually eat? Look no further!
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Kindergarten 'Redshirting': A Leg Up or an Unfair Advantage?
When we were kids, you started school at age 5, plain and simple. The decision isn't so easy these days. Our parenting expert explains the controversy.
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6 Tips for a Healthier Family Road Trip
Make your next family roadtrip a little healthier with these simple tips!
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Maybe Your Way Isn't Always the Best Way
When I see someone with a different parenting style than mine, I try hard to understand instead of automatically assuming what they are doing is wrong.
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The 10 Commandments of Healthy Eating for Parents
Here are 10 ways to stop stressing about mealtime with your little one. Do you have any ''commandments'' of your own to add?
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