by Amy LeForge | Apr 8, 2014 | Health
As a parent, you may be wondering why your kids keep getting sick. Is it from all of the germs that they pick up while they’re at school? Or could it simply be from the changes in the weather? Children who constantly get sick may leave you feeling frustrated and...
by Amy LeForge | Apr 7, 2014 | Health
If your kids are like most children their age, they probably don’t really care for brushing their teeth. In fact, they might downright refuse to pick up their toothbrushes. Reminding doesn’t work, and nagging doesn’t work, so you’ll have to get...
by Amy LeForge | Apr 7, 2014 | Health
Nearly 30 million children participate in organized sports each year and every year 3.5 million children are treated for sports injuries. There are many general practices that can help families and their children prevent a majority of these sports related injuries,...
by Amy LeForge | Apr 5, 2014 | Health
If you’re a parent, your child having a medical emergency is probably one of your worst fears. You hope that no permanent damage will be done, but if you are a parent, you need to expect emergencies. Even if your kids aren’t adventurous daredevils,...
by Amy LeForge | Apr 2, 2014 | Health
When you notice your child having an odd reaction during or after eating, such as wheezing, itching, coughing, swelling, abdominal pain or a rash, a food allergy may be to blame. Listed are five common food allergies for which you should have your child tested: Wheat...
by Amy LeForge | Mar 28, 2014 | Health
Especially for families growing up in urban environments, finding a safe space to play outside and get a healthy amount of exercise is not always so easy. Most parents want their kids to stay in safe, enclosed areas where they can keep their eyes on their kids while...