Puberty Can Be Emotionally Overwhelming to Adolescents

Parents may have forgotten what it was like to go through puberty. According to Psychology Today writer David Schwartz LMFT, puberty can be emotionally overwhelming to adolescents. Your tween or teen may be experiencing emotional difficulty as their body changes. According to David Schwarts LMFT, adolescents start to experience a whole new world of feelings when they reach puberty. They start to have emotions, recognizing their own sexuality and longing for closeness with others of their own age. This can create an overwhelming sense of change and uncertainty. Many adolescents aren’t sure what is happening to them. Parents can help … Continue reading

Halloween Events for Kids

Your kids might be super excited about celebrating Halloween. While some Halloween events are specifically geared for children, there are others that might be too scary for little ones to attend. Here is a list of some kid-friendly Halloween events that are taking place this year. Disney Store Halloween Dress Rehearsal Event The Disney Store near you might be having a Halloween Dress Rehearsal Event. Children must be at least three years of age in order to participate. Kids are to arrive dressed in their favorite Disney character costume. The event will take place on Friday, October 5, 2016, between … Continue reading

Robot Babies Don’t Prevent Teen Pregnancy

When you were in high school, you might have been assigned to carry around an egg, or a baby doll, as part of your sexual education coursework. It provided just enough awkwardness, and annoyance, to make teens realize that being a parent can be difficult. Today, some teens are assigned to care for a robot baby. Unfortunately, these adorable robot babies don’t prevent teen pregnancy. Robot babies are infant simulators with wireless programing and reporting capabilities. At first glance, you might think it was a real baby. The robot baby will cry when it needs to be fed, burped, rocked, … Continue reading

Ways to Prevent a Toddler Tantrum Before it Happens

Toddlers are known for having the ability to change their mood – from happy to extremely upset – within seconds. This can be very stressful for parents, especially if the “meltdown” happens in public. Fortunately, there are some things parents can do to prevent a toddler tantrum before it happens. Watch for Warning Signs Pay close attention to your toddler’s body language. Has he suddenly become extra grumpy, or more whiny than usual? Is she playing, but taking lots of breaks to lie down on the floor? Has your toddler started throwing their books, toys or food? These are some … Continue reading

How to Prevent Your Baby from Developing Scurvy

It is not often that you hear of someone developing scurvy in today’s world. Scurvy was once a disease that afflicted pirates and explorers in the 18th century. That doesn’t mean that people no longer catch this (now rare) disease. A baby in Spain was diagnosed with scurvy. How can you prevent your baby from developing this disease? A study was published in the journal Pediatrics that parents should take note of. Researchers found that a baby in Spain had developed scurvy, and set out to find out how that happened. In short, they determined that it was due to … Continue reading

Focus on the Candidates – Jill Stein

This blog is part of the series that focuses on the candidates who are running for President of the United States in 2016. This blog focuses on Jill Stein. Jill Stein is a member of the Green Party who is running for President of the United States in 2016. Previously, she ran an unsuccessful Presidential campaign in 2012 (with Cheri Honkala as her running mate). Health Care According to her official website, Jill Stein sees health care as a right. She wants to establish an improved “Medicare For All” single-payer public health insurance program to provide everyone with quality health … Continue reading

Focus on The Candidates – Lindsey Graham

This blog is part of the series that focuses on the candidates who are running for President of the United States in 2016. This blog focuses on Lindsey Graham. Lindsey Graham served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1992 to 1994. He represented South Carolina’s 3rd District in the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 2003. In 2002, he was elected to represent the state of South Carolina in the United States Senate. Lindsey Graham won his re-election in 2014. Health Care According to his official website, Lindsey Graham wants to repeal and replace Obamacare (also … Continue reading

Focus on the Candidates – Bernie Sanders

This blog is part of the series that focuses on the candidates who are running for President of the United States in 2016. This blog focuses on Bernie Sanders. Bernie Sanders spent 16 years as Vermont’s sole congressman in the United States House of Representatives. He was first elected to the United States Senate in 2006, and then again in 2012 (with 71% of the vote). Bernie Sanders is an Independent who is part of the Senate Democratic Caucus. He is running for President of the United States in 2016 as a Democrat. Health Care According to his official website, … Continue reading

Focus on the Candidates – Mike Huckabee

This blog is part of the series that focuses on the candidates who are running for President of the United States in 2016. This blog focuses on Mike Huckabee. Mike Huckabee served as the 44th Governor of Arkansas from 1996-2007. He ran an unsuccessful campaign for President of the United States in 2008. In 2012, he became a host on Fox News Channel, and stepped down when he decided to make a second attempt at running for President in 2016. Health Care According to his official website, Mike Huckabee promises that as President, he will repeal Obamacare. His website says … Continue reading

Focus on the Candidates – John Kasich

This blog is part of the series that focuses on the candidates who are running for President of the United States in 2016. This blog focuses on John Kasich. John Kasich is the 69th Governor of Ohio. He was first elected to that position in 2010, and he won re-election in 2014. Health Care According to his official website, John Kasich believes that “Obamacare” must be repealed and replaced. He wants to replace it with what he calls “A New, Conservative Vision”. That vision includes “having a primary care system that helps promote long term good health instead of just … Continue reading