Search Results for: industries
What Every Parent Needs to Understand About Marijuana and the Adolescent Brain
“Which is worse for you, alcohol or pot?” With the increasing trend toward legalizing marijuana, this is a question that is foremost in the minds of a lot of teens right now, and it is critical that parents and educators understand a few important things before they try to respond. Most responses miss the real…
Back To School Considerations That Are Often Overlooked
The verdict of my self-diagnosis: “Leaky eye syndrome.” You know, when water just seems to leak out of your eyes for no apparent reason, or so you tell yourself. I know my unofficial diagnosis is due to my eldest granddaughter getting ready for kindergarten. This grandma doesn’t want to see the loves of her life grow…
10 Ways to Create a Healthy Nursery
Preparing for a baby is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, but it can also be daunting. Everyone from the baby store employee to your own mother has an opinion on what you should eat, wear, and buy. Our rule of thumb is to keep things simple, follow your instincts, and most importantly, do what’s best for you and your baby. We’ve put together a list to help guide you towards creating a nursery that promotes health and a low carbon-footprint. Even making one small change towards green living can have a huge impact on your child’s life.
Give Back to Moms in Need This Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day the moms at MomAngeles and ModernMom challenge you to take a minute and “Give Back to Moms in Need.” Every year we are inundated with ads from product companies encouraging fathers and kids to buy moms jewelry, chocolates, flowers, clothing, dinners out and so much more. With all of the messages bombarding…
How To Protect Your Kids From The Flu and Other Viruses
Flu seasons tend to vary in severity, but I think it’s safe to say that this year is a doozy. Numerous reports have been released about the virus hitchhiking across the nation, infecting many. And unfortunately, it seems like we’ve been inundated with news about viruses. First it was EV-D68, then Ebola, and now it’s…