Today we have an informative article from Danielle Farrisi. Danielle is a specialist in public health and has worked in the field for many years. I trust her to give it to me straight when I have a questions and specifically asked her to give me the skinny on the…
In the summer kids run, jump, swim and play outside and they get tons of exercise but what can you do to help kids get exercise when it’s cold outside. Actually if it’s not too cold out you can still get them out there for some exercise just make sure…
It was probably twelve years ago when I first heard someone mention the very possibility that vaccinating a child was optional. For me, going to the doctor and waiting for shots was just part of the growing up. My first thought was like most people’s–something along the lines of “that’s…
My oldest daughter started preschool two years ago and we were both excited. I loved school, school supplies, etc. I think I should have been a teacher. In fact, it was my second choice and I believe it should have been my first to this day. Anyway, I wondered what…
As we head into the heart of hurricane season, there are a lot of things to think about–do you have an evacuation plan? Do you have supplies should you choose to shelter in place? Should you give in and buy a generator? With all the worries and stress of the…
I knew it was coming. I wanted a spectacular celebration. What mom doesn’t? Your child’s first day of REAL school always seems like such a HUGE monument when you play it out in your mind that you can’t imagine not having trumpeters and a full out procession to celebrate his…