If you are looking for a great way to make sure your children are off to a healthy start, don't overlook the importance of a nutritious breakfast. According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), when children are consistent about eating breakfast each day, they tend to consume more calories than those that don't, but they are less likely to be overweight. … [Read more...] about Dad Advice: Making Changes, Setting Examples
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Addressing the Obesity Issue
Trying to fix the problem of overweight children can become a sticky issue. Parents often don't want input from outsiders. They are taken aback or may feel guilty when someone mentions that their toddler is a bit on the heavy side. Even some doctors are a bit on the reserved side when dealing with the issue, for fear of upsetting their patients. But to truly tackle the … [Read more...] about Addressing the Obesity Issue
Baby Fat Facts
As the obesity epidemic becomes more widespread, it's of utmost importance for fathers to play an active role in the nutrition and activity level of their children, right from the beginning. Recent research finds a strong connection between the weight of these chubby toddlers and what their weight will be like when they are … [Read more...] about Baby Fat Facts
Important Reminders for fathers
Be patient. This is a frustrating problem Check your children for lice regularly and teach them to not share combs, brushes or hats Avoid using lice sprays, pesticides, gasoline or other non-approved products on your child. These can be deadly! Call your pediatrician if your child's lice infestation has not resolved in 1-2 weeks or if his scalp has a rash that is infected … [Read more...] about Important Reminders for fathers
Treatment Failures
While there is much evidence that lice are becoming resistant to the effects of anti - lice shampoos, the most common reasons for treatments to not work is failure to remove all of the nits. Another common reason is that your child is continuing to be exposed to someone with lice, either at school or daycare. Make sure that all childcare personnel know to do lice … [Read more...] about Treatment Failures