Fun Summer Snacks
I've been hot, hot, hot and loving this summer weather. One thing I especially love about summer is all of the delicious fresh fruit! What a treat! One of my favorite things (which I bet you and yo ...
Kids Who Sleep Less Weigh More
Children who get less than nine hours of sleep a night are more likely to be overweight or obese, according to researchers at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Sleep-deprived kids also h ...
Getting Kids to Get Fit
My son, like his dad, is a serial team sports player. Since he started tee-ball in preschool and moved on to basketball, baseball, soccer, and golf, and lacrosse, it's never been hard to get him to ...
The great outdoors
With the sun in the sky and long summer evenings on the way, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some time outside.
Barbecues, pic ...
Experts Believe that Pesticides are Lowering Kids IQs
Research is confirming that children conceived between June through August are likely to score lower on cognitive tests. Leading researchers suggest that the cause is seasonal pesticides and nitrates, ...
Bring food for the day
I find that if I pack food for all-day outings I not only eat less, but I have some control over what I eat. Amusement parks and other summer spots with kids are filled with waaaay overpriced junk fo ...
Lyme Disease what you need to know.
Hi guys, I haven't done a serious post in awhile and it's about that time of year again, so I figured today's post is going to be informative.
Lyme Disease was ...
School holiday ideas
Do you ever get stumped for ideas when it comes to entertaining your kids during the school holidays?
For holiday snacks, try choppe ...
Stay safe in the sun
When the sun does come out, will you know how to keep you and your family safe when it's hot?
Sunburn and skin cancer
Sunburn isn't pleasant. It can be p ...
Get on your bike
With the summer finally here, you may be thinking about new ways for you to enjoy the outdoors. You might be looking to find new ways to exercise, or want a way to spend ...
