To cream or not to cream your Newborn Baby’s Dry Skin? Newborn baby skin tends to dry out in those first few days and most parents will comment on how there may be some drying, peeling, and some cracks forming on the skin. I recommend not using anything on the...
Melatonin Hype! Can I use melatonin to help my child sleep? Melatonin is a natural, hormone-like substance produced by the brain. It is released naturally at night and tells the body it’s time to sleep. Melatonin is sold as a sleep aid. It can be found over the...
The Attack of the Summer Mosquitoes! How can I prevent getting mosquito bites? There are some natural ways to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes. I recommend avoiding the outdoors at sunset and right after the rain when there is standing water. There are many...
Travel Tips for Families with Children: How to make that plane ride FUN! Most parents worry about possible ear pain from the pressure changes when the plane takes off and lands. We as adults experience that sensation as well and for a child it can be very...
My healthy but picky eater child! How do I get my child to eat a variety of foods? Often parents worry about the foods their children are eating. Remember we need to model healthy eating behaviors. I recommend encouraging family meals where everyone sits at the...
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Facts for families. How do I know my child has ADHD? Often children behave differently in the home and differently in other environments. Usually, first-time parents are alerted to concerns about ADHD when the...
