Did you know that fewer than 5% of people with diabetes have type 1? Those with type 1 are typically diagnosed in childhood or adolescence, so warning signs must be commonly known to aid in early diagnosis. If left untreated, type 1 diabetes can have drastic effects...
Parenthood is a beautiful experience that two people share. However, as much as one tends to enjoy this period, it slowly becomes an avalanche of responsibilities—a string of chores one after another leaving you mentally exhausted and short on patience. At the day’s...
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the lives of not only students across the country, but also the parents and guardians that are guiding them. With going back to school out of the question, virtual or online learning has become the norm. Homes double as classrooms and...
It is wonderful to watch our children grow up. But as every parent knows, it’s not so wonderful to watch them as they start to drive. As parents, we know intuitively that our kids are not yet great drivers. Part of the reason is that they aren’t always paying...
There’s no getting around it – sometimes, life is hard. It’s inevitable; what matters is how we deal with hard times. Resilience is exactly that – the ability to handle difficult setbacks, adjust appropriately, and keep striving toward living your best life. Helping...
The recent pandemic that has swept across the world has left everyone reeling. If adults are finding it difficult to veer from their structured daily routines, it’s even more difficult for children to live with the unknowns of day-to-day life. Creating structure and...
If your child is mentally strong they are better prepared for the demands of everyday life. They are able to overcome the problems that they may face. This does not mean that they should hide their emotions or act fine when they are not. It means that they need to...
There’s a pandemic right now, and your kids are watching you. They are watching as you watch the news, talk on the phone, and move through the day. They are watching your reaction to just about everything at the moment. Whether you realize it or not, your kids are...
Kids spend hours a day online and it is indisputable that the childhood experience has become very digitally driven. Smartphones have become mainstream, providing children with access to online apps and experiences at their fingertips. More and more, children interact...
By Sarah Jeanne Browne What we say to kids matters. How we respond to their needs matters. As a parent or guardian, you are a role model to your children, and your values impact theirs. What we say to any child impacts the development of their self-esteem. How we...
Bullying can have serious consequences for everyone, but kids tend to be vulnerable to bigger repercussions, for this reason it is important for us all to understand bullying in general, from what it is, to circumstances under which it can happen and even how to help...
Adults members of the family can easily understand the idea of moving. More often than not, they will be the ones to suggest for the entire family to move, scout through several movers, and gather a consensus to determine which moving company to hire. Adults can also...