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Trouble Sleeping? You’re Not Alone! Studies Show More Moms Are Turning To Medication
Mothers are rolling around sleepless across America, vexed and worried as they mentally scroll through their massive To-Do lists in the wee hours of the morning, growing still wearier with each passing night of sleep deprivation. A growing number of women are turning to sleeping pills and/or anti-anxiety medication as a solution, reported the New York Times.
How Long Does a Baby Sleep?
Sleep is a basic human need and is required for proper growth and development. While the amount of sleep a baby requires can vary, depending on the age of the baby and, to some extent, the baby’s individual sleep needs, there are typical amounts of sleep that babies require for optimal health.
Get Your Kids on A Summer Sleep Schedule
Especially during the summer, it can be difficult to get your child to a normal sleep routine. Sleep is as important to our health and well-being as food and water, but most of us dont get enough of it. Sleep deprivation is currently one of the most pervasive health concerns in the United States. For children, sleep plays a critical role in their healthy growth and development. Beyond simply affecting childrens moods, behaviors, and academic performances, insufficient sleep has also been associated with lower social skills and learning disabilities.
How to Plan Healthy Meals on a Budget
Eating healthy is increasingly important for families, as they combat diseases such as childhood obesity, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Paired with proper exercise and sufficient sleep, eating healthy meals can keep families energized and out of the doctor’s office. By eliminating junk food such as sugary sodas, chips and cookies, families can begin to adopt healthy eating habits. Planning healthy meals doesn’t have to break a family’s bank; in fact, with planning and preparation, families can plan healthy meals on a budget.
Energy Drinks: Do You Know What Your Kids Are Drinking?
This is Part I of Bright Beacon’s series on Energy Drinks. Don’t miss Part II – “Skip The Speed: 5 Reasons Teens Should Avoid Energy Drinks”and Part III – Energy Drinks: The Danger Of Creating “Wide-Awake Drunks” Energy drinks are caffeinated beverages advertised as boosting the immune system, enhancing performance, and creating a buzz or a high. Most parents cannot differentiate between an energy drink and a carbonated soda. And even fewer can explain specifically to their kids why energy drinks might be unhealthy.