Archive for the 'Health & Safety' Category

Stroller Safety Tips

Friday, September 29th, 2006

Strollers offer a wonderful and convenient service to parents and caregivers. The first priority in choosing a stroller should be safety.
To prevent tipping, choose a stroller that has a wide base so even when your child leans over there is no chance of the stroller tipping.
If you purchase a stroller that includes a recliner position […]

A Dialogue with an ADHD Non-Believer

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006

Dear Sir,
It was with some interest that I read the article What You Should Know About Attention Deficit Disorder by Edward W. after having it handed to me by a member of our church. There were elements of the article that were insightful, helpful, and needed to be said in a public forum, especially the […]

Picky Eater Syndrome

Thursday, August 17th, 2006

‘Picky Eater’ is a label coined to describe the phenomenon that someone has discerning taste preferences different from their parents or others. These discerning taste preferences are dictated by their blood and body type. It is important for parents to accept and model the ‘real’ purpose of food. Quite simply, food serves two purposes-growth/repair of […]

Keep the Little Ones Safe, Follow Pool Safety Guidelines

Sunday, July 16th, 2006

Pool safety should be on the minds of every parent out there. If you are lucky enough to own an above ground pool or inground pool, you know there are certain safety precautions you must take to protect your children and the children of your friends and neighbors. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety […]

Using Diet, Counseling, and Attend to Overcome ADHD

Saturday, July 15th, 2006

When it comes to the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or with problems of Attention, Impulse Control, Over-Activity, or Learning Problems in “the real world,” there are a number of approaches to treatment that may work well.
The information in this series has either been gleaned from research on Attention Deficit Disorder - which I’ll […]

Promote Physical Fitness for Your Child

Thursday, July 13th, 2006

If your child is to derive the benefits of physical fitness, then physical activity must be habitual and lifelong. Moving should be as routine as brushing teeth and bathing. But this is only likely to happen if: 1. Physical activity is a habit of yours ? and of your family’s. 2. It’s associated with pleasure […]

How Do Campers Protect Their Children?

Monday, July 10th, 2006

Oh yes you have! Suddenly, “Where’s Bobby?” You instantly realize that he is not where he is supposed to be-where you told him to stay! Little kids, and even older ones, just don’t behave like they used to. Has anyone noticed that?
Since corporeal punishment of children has departed the scene, parents are left with the […]

How A Home Water Filter Can Reduce Your Child?s Risk Of Learning Disabilities

Sunday, July 9th, 2006

Lead is one of the most dangerous toxins a person can be exposed to in his lifetime. Besides damage from radioactive or nuclear chemicals, significant exposure to lead can cause some of the most severe and even fatal health effects possible.
It seems to be fairly common knowledge that lead is dangerous and that one should […]

The Most Innovative New Approach for ADHD, a Natural Remedy

Thursday, June 29th, 2006

What’s new and effective in the treatment of Attention problems? A powerful intervention that is clinically tested with computerized testing, not merely parent reports, has been available to the public since 1997, but is little known.
It is an over the counter product that contains specific Amino Acid combinations, Essential Fatty Acids, Phospholipid complexes, and Homeopathic […]

Signs of Child Sexual Abuse

Monday, June 26th, 2006

Many families do not want to believe their child is being sexually abused even if the signs of child sexual abuse are staring them straight in the face. Unfortunately many families are in a similar situation where both parents are working full time and someone other than the biological parents are caring for their children. […]