Coping with Cold and Flu Season

Coping with Cold and Flu Season Everyone seems to either have a cough, sore throat or runny nose these days. The cold and flu season that hits when the cold weather starts can seem to last forever. And that is especially true when children start coughing and sniffling! To help keep sickness to a minimum… Read more »

Embracing the Spirit of the Holidays   

Embracing the Spirit of the Holidays What better time than the holidays to teach children the true meaning of ideas like “generosity” and “gratitude”? One of the best ways to teach is to get out into your community as a family and practice gratitude and generosity together. Here are a few easy ways to reflect the… Read more »

Snow Facts and Fun Activities for Kids

Snow Facts and Fun Activities for Kids The first snow of the year is always a big hit with the kids, and they can’t wait to get on their winter gear and go outside to play. While being outside is a wonderful way to burn off energy and stay fit over the winter months, parents… Read more »

Reduce The Stress of Healthy Eating

Reduce The Stress of Healthy Eating Planning makes a lot of things in life easier and this also applies to healthy eating. Trying to make healthy meals for all the family can seem like an overwhelming task at times, but setting aside just half an hour during the weekend to plan and prepare your weekly… Read more »

Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids Starting the day off right with a wholesome and nutritious breakfast is important so that kids have the energy to power through the day. Proper nutrition is also key to learning and development for every child. We have a few tips on how to maximize the most important meal of… Read more »

Feeling Good About Sports

Feeling Good About Sports Participating in sports can build your child up..or drag him down.  Make athletics a positive experience for your youngster with these strategies: Keep games in perspective.  At this age, sports should be about having fun and developing skills.  Ask about his favorite part of practice or the most intersting play in… Read more »

Time-Saving Tips for Parents  

Time-Saving Tips for Parents Life itself is an unpredictable ride – but when you add children and their schedules to the mix, it becomes even crazier. It’s no wonder that as parents we sometimes feel there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. But with a few of time-saving tips like… Read more »