Between the warm embrace of the summer sun and the freedom from school schedules, your child may be experiencing another common but less-ideal side effect of summer: the summer slide. Working to sharpen academic skills [...]
Even if your child is going fast or slow, wearing helmets is a life-long safety habit that will protect their beautiful brain! Wearing helmets can significantly reduce the risk of head injuries. According to [...]
Reading offers numerous benefits for children. Not only is it an enjoyable way to pass the time, but it plays a crucial role in their overall development. Either reading independently or being read to, reading [...]
Heat-related illnesses, like heat stroke, often lead to a trip to the emergency room. And that's something no one wants to do. Especially when it's your child. As the temperatures begin to rise, it's important to know [...]
On average, children spend between four and six hours on some kind of screen every day. And that number can easily rise much higher during those summer months off of school. But we all know this isn't [...]
Did you know that the average child in the U.S. spends north of seven hours daily in front of a screen but a mere four to seven minutes daily playing outside? If your kids spend too much [...]
Blistering hot summer days are just around the corner. But did you know that even when the temperature is just 75 degrees outside, the internal temperature of a car can reach 105 degrees? Preventing hot [...]
Did you know that 40% of households have children in the home? Summer is an extra-special time because that's when kids have time off from school. However, it's essential to ensure that your kids stay safe [...]
According to the Red Cross, drowning is a leading cause of death for kids in the United States. Each day, ten people die because of an unintentional drowning. On average, two of ten people are under [...]
As research expands, more studies are increasingly suggesting that kids who assist in growing their fruits and vegetables are more likely to consume produce. Further, they are more willing to try various kinds of produce. To raise [...]
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