The Red Cross estimates that over 90 per cent of families spend at least some time in the water during the summer months, so it makes sense that summer is the prime season for children’s swim lessons. But don’t be so quick to pull your kids out of the water just because the temperature has fallen outside.
Getting kids to bed for a full night’s sleep is a tough task for parents. There are many distractions and demands that can get in the way. New research shows that poor night time sleep can have a harmful impact on child health. Children may even lose touch with their circadian clock, which controls sleep habits.
Fad diets are out. ‘Clean eating’ and being fit are in. But as a parent, it is often difficult to find the time to fit an exercise routine into your life. However, participating in a regular fitness routine can help you have more energy, release stress and tension, make you feel better overall and set a good example for your children. Our society needs to demonstrate healthier habits for our children, and it starts at home.
Winter is a wonderful time of the year with the joy of holiday traditions, family gatherings and travel. It is also the time of year when germs abound. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu activity peaks during December, January and February. So what happens if you get the flu?
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