We have recently updated our website, making it easier for you to find the information you need. Some of our improvements include: Health Topics: Our improved Health Topics section makes it easy for you to see everything we have on a certain topic. Now you can find blog posts, handouts, articles, and schedules all in … Continue reading “Visit Our New Website!”
Article at a Glance • Technology is changing the way our children think and interact with others. • Parents can better prepare their children for this digital society by keeping up with trends and setting healthy boundaries. • Giving your children a cell phone can expose them to things like pornography, sexting, gambling, and online … Continue reading “Bridging the Digital Gap”
Article at a Glance • Exercise is an important part of your child’s physical and emotional health. • Parents need to be proactive about finding ways to work exercise into their busy family schedules. • Finding things that your child is interested in can help them overcome any negative attitudes about exercise. Being active is … Continue reading “Making Physical Activity Happen For Your Family”
Article at a Glance • A recent study shows that high levels of PFCs (a common chemical used in many products) can weaken our immune system responses. • The EPA is already starting to phase some PFCs out, but consumers are also encouraged to find healthier alternatives to those products that still contain PFCs. PFCs … Continue reading “PFCs Found in Common Products May Harm Our Immune Systems”
Parents can go crazy trying to get their children to eat their veggies. Luckily this smoothie recipe will not only get them to eat their veggies, but it will make them beg for them. Pull out your blender and give it a try—you can’t even taste the spinach! Ingredients 6 fl. oz. frozen orange juice … Continue reading ““I Can’t Believe This is Spinach” Smoothie”
Article at a Glance • Children who have a healthy self-esteem are more optimistic and are better at handling challenges. • Focusing on your children’s effort and not the outcome helps them keep challenges in perspective and set healthy goals. • You can improve your child’s self-esteem by making your home a safe, loving place … Continue reading “What is Self-Esteem and Does My Child Have It?”