David’s mom is fat. She needs to go on a diet.” When my sweet kindergartener innocently uttered this line after school one day, I couldn’t hide my shock. After experiencing […]
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What Parents Need to Know About Concussions
As young athletes are donning their helmets and pads for fall sports practice, many parents might feel conflicted about cheering them on. This spring, the family of Tyler Hilinski, the […]
Plan an Epic Family Game Night
Bringing the family together for game night—what could be simpler? Families hit the game cabinet hard in 2020, fueling 20 percent growth in the board games market. To inspire new […]
Talking to Boys About Body Image and Disordered Eating
When Kristine Strange talks about fitness with her two school-age sons, she’s careful to focus on effort, rather than physical appearance. “We talk about how strong our bodies are and […]
What Kids Need To Know About Money
American parents are talking to their kids about money—but kids may not be getting the message. While 63 percent of parents report talking to their young children about financial concepts like budgeting […]
Growing Up Fit – Family Fitness, Age by Age
Growing Up Fit Family Fitness, Age by Age Childhood may seem to move at a faster pace these days, but children don’t. New research from the American Heart Association shows […]
Serving Up Sleep – Nutrients That Support Healthy Rest
Between midnight feedings, bad dreams, and bouts with the flu, most parents are well acquainted with the wee hours. Familiar, too, is the groggy haze that lingers the morning after […]
Pregnant-zzzzz: Getting the Sleep You Need When You’re Expecting
Pregnant women are often told to “sleep now, while you can” – but sleeping during pregnancy is easier said than done. Just ask Emily Waggoner, who was surprised to find […]
