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Is My Child Overweight?
The number of overweight kids has tripled in the United States from 1970 to 2010, according to Scholastic News Online, and the biggest contributor to this weight increase is television. When kids sit around and watch too much TV, they are not active and tend to snack. Sometimes, it isn’t easy to tell whether your child is overweight because children grow at different times and at different rates.
Birthday Cakes for Kids With Allergies
Some children have allergies that prevent you from purchasing a birthday cake from the local bakery or making one from a box. If you have a child with allergies at your birthday party, it’s essential to have a cake that she can enjoy eating as well. Fortunately, there are several ways to bake a cake, no matter what type of allergy she may have.
Making Holidays Easier for Caregivers of Aging Adults
When you think of the holidays, what comes to mind? If youre anything like me, images of happy families dining, laughing and giving gifts immediately flood your brain and give you that warm and fuzzy feeling all over. In the midst of coordinating travel plans, cooking and decorating, however, it can be difficult to find the right balance between seasonal work and play especially if you find yourself in the role of the family caregiver.
Email Safety for Kids
When you were growing up, your parents probably taught you not to talk to strangers, and you probably tell your own children that as well. But, with children having access to computers and the Internet, talking to virtual strangers is easy and may not seem threatening to children. The reality, according to the FBI, is that talking to strangers through email can be dangerous for kids.
How to Get Your Child to Eat Healthy Food
Cookies, chips, candy and sodas are all tempting treats, especially for children. These treats are at their disposal at school, at the movies and when they visit their friends’ houses. As a parent, it’s up to you to introduce your child to healthy eating habits. With busy schedules and the influence of their friends, getting children to eat healthy foods can be challenging.