Modern Kids Beds Kids beds are often a tough item for parents to purchase. Not only does a child have to enjoy the comfort and look of their bed, the kids beds also has to be practical. Children grow out of beds fast, the bed has to fit in a certain space, and generally speaking, it has to be safe to get into and out of. All of these factors greatly affect how parents have to shop for their children. Fortunately, kids beds are...more
How to Look Fresh for Your Interview in Fifteen Minutes Whether you like it or not, looks matter, especially if you are applying for a job or you are in for an interview. But when you are exposed to intense heat, a lot of pressure, and long waiting, there is a possibility you will no longer look and feel fresh by the time you should be interviewed.Do not mess with your luck. Maintain your clean, fresh look with these tips:1. Keep...more
What is Obesity? What is Childhood Obesity? You gain a few pounds and most people would agree that you are not obese. But it might indicate that you gain weight easily and your diet/weight program might need an adjustment. A child is not obese until their weight is 10 percent higher than is recommended for their height and body type. So what is obesity? What is childhood obesity?Childhood obesity usually occurs around 5-6 years of age or in adolescence. If one parent is obese, there is a 50 percent chance that the children will become obese too. But if both parents are obese, the chance of their children becoming obese jumps to 80 percent.There are many causes that contribute to obesity:· Lack of exercise· Poor eating habits· Family history· Medications· Family and peer problems (stress)· Low self-esteem· DepressionSo what can be done? Where do you start?Education!You can not go to battle without a plan. The first step is a thorough medical evaluation by a pediatrician or a family physician. You need to rule out a physical disorder. Once you have ruled out...more
How to Prepare the Older Children with the Coming of the Baby A baby is definitely a huge family blessing, but his or her arrival also means a lot of adjustments and stress. Everyone should be prepared, including the baby's future sibling.Sibling rivalry can happen very early, even before your baby is born. The eldest usually sees...more
Texting While Driving Kills Teens Cell phones seem harmless enough and they are if they are used responsibly. The only problem we use to have with cell phones was the fact that it was annoying when someone was talking loudly on their phone in public. Texting has become the popular thing for teens to do. Many of them do not even...more
Acai Berries, Other Bogus Diet Products and the Insecurities of Children I suppose that I shouldn't have been surprised, but i still was, by this question that I recently came across on the Yahoo Answers website, posted by someone who said they were a girl in the seventh grade:"Is the colon cleanse and acai berry diet safe for Tweens and can you get it at a store instead of online?"In case you're not familiar, Yahoo Answers is a service where just about anyone can post a question on just about any topic, seeking advice or information, and numerous people can chime in with an answer.It so happens that I've recently been researching the health craze surrounding acai berry products and the spectacular myths that marketers of such products have spread. Claims that they have helped people lose weight at nearly miraculous speeds are ubiquitous on the Internet, as are claims that acai berries can help prevent cancer and achieve just about any other health benefit you can imagine.The scientific research into acai berries, however, has yielded little if any evidence that they have any health benefits that are much greater than other more common kinds of berries and other...more
Teach Your Baby Math - What Does A Sponge Have To Do With Children! Teach your baby math and a sponge, what in the world does both of them have in common you must be asking. Actually I have no idea, lol. Just kidding! Continue reading...more
Why Teens and Young Adults Should Think About Credit It's great when parents are willing to help out with their kids' futures, but make sure that you understand all of the implications before you help your kids build credit. A credit...more
Your Child's Hearing Most children experience temporary hearing loss due to earwax or Otitis Media. Otitis Media is painful for your child and may lead to hearing loss. It must be treated quickly and correctly.Generally, earwax...more
Eliminate Fire Ants And Keep Children Safe From Painful Stings The fire ant is a stinging type ant that, given the opportunity, will damage gardens, vegetable plants and lawns. The fire ant has a copper brown head and dark abdomen....more
TEEN COUNTRY SINGER ‘Anna Craig' to release debut 5 track EP Youtube sensation and Singer/Songwriter ‘Anna Craig’ to release debut 5 track EP.The 17 year old singer from Hartselle, Alabama currently has over 1.5 million hits...more
Bed Rest and Respite Due to Pregnancy and Childbirth From hearing and seeing the baby's heart beat to feeling the first kick, there is nothing quite like the joy and anticipation that comes with being pregnant. Pregnancy is a time of...more