Health & Safety

Baby acne is a term used for the acne that affects babies three to four weeks after birth. Baby acne is not the same as infantile acne, which affects older infants over three months old. Find out the myths about

Since I discovered a tick burrowing itself into my 4 year olds back the other day - I've become a bit more vigilant on the Lyme Disease topic.   Here's a list of useful tips to get you started

I didn't know that to have a successful weightbearing exercise that I didn't have to cling on a 10 pound barbell for dear life - I detest weights!  According to this article...music

I really enjoyed this article on 10 myths about going green, because I'm always hearing conflicting information. I like the way the article is organized into a list, so it's quick and easy to read. For example

Did you get the flu shot this year only to end up coming down with the flu? You are not the only one. This article, "Why the Flu Vaccine Fizzled," explains that this year's flu shot was only 44%

Remember Polly Klass, who was kidnapped and murdered? The Polly Klaas Foundation is devoted to keeping kids safe. At the website, you can order a FREE child safety kit, which helps prevent this type of chilling

Can't afford a personal?  Don't have time for the gym?  Download your workout!  iTrain offers over 200 workouts to choose from cardio, strength training, yoga, pilates and the list goes on. 

This is a great health resource! You will find here extensive information on hundreds of conditions such obesity, menopause, and more. There is also health news, support groups, and a section were you can

Sparkpeople was designed to motivate Americans to improve their health. Register for free to get a personalized diet and fitness plan which includes meal plans and calorie counter and fitness plans and tracker

A new project to study the brains of people with autism in unprecedented detail could finally pinpoint subtle neurological changes that underlie the disorder. Researchers will use an innovative set of tools developed

Autism Speaks, the nation's largest autism advocacy organization along with the Allen Institute for Brain Science and one of the country's leading autism researchers will join forces on a new research grant

It is important for children to have the proper eyecare and eyewear so they can do their best at school and play. Sight for Students is a charity that provides free eye exams to low income or uninsured children

Where can you get free medical help? FreeMedicalCamps.com has list of Free Medical Clinics and Free Dental Clinics that are available in all the States and Cities in the United States. Some of the listing may charge

Unsafe levels of arsenic have been found in brands of baby food rice that are widely sold in British supermarkets, according to a team of researchers from Aberdeen University. About a third of baby rice tested

By now, you are enjoying your baby’s smile. You can help your baby have a beautiful smile by taking care of his mouth before he gets his baby teeth. Protect your baby from the pain of baby bottle tooth decay

It's going to be that time of year again soon so for the sake of your loved ones make sure you have the facts:  Repellents that contain DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), Permethrin, or Picaridin (KBR

I don't honestly know what other families do when one person has a stomach problem that causes vomiting, but I always give the sick person an empty garbage can or bucket in case they don't reach the bathroom

Medicine mix-ups, accidental overdoses and bad drug reactions harm roughly one out of 15 hospitalized children, according to the first scientific test of a new detection method. That number is far higher than

Try BullFrog Quick Stick sunscreen. It's convenient, non-messy and sold with SPF 36.  This stick is great for face and lips and can be used all year. You can find BullFrog products at isnorkel.com

If you are a parent, you know exactly how painful teething can be for babies.  You also know how distressing it can be to try and soothe them.  Infant Oragel and teething rings help for a little while

Food allergies can be scary thing. Most of us that deal with any type of allergy look at ingredient labels closely but there are some ingredients that are not always listed in layman's terms. Below

Have you ever thought about who would speak on your behalf in the event of a disaster or emergency? What if you were unconscious or otherwise unable to speak? What if you had small children with you? Network of

Have you ever wondered if you are truly as YOUNG as you can be?  REAL AGE allows you to compare your calendar age to your ACTUAL age by assessing a series of health related areas and lifestyles. I was amazed

If you have a fear of public speaking, you have probably tried countless strategies to reduce your anxiety.  Common suggestions are to attempt to focus on your breathing, practice on a group of friends, and

I just saw the coolest thing on I Want That!. Solar Safe Wristbands go on you and your children before you go out in the sun. When you apply sunscreen, apply it right onto the wristband. When the wristband changes

I just ordered one of these and it really worked out well.  BabySafetyFoam creates custom foam cover for virtually any fireplace hearth.  It's much better than the ones that only cover the sides &

Have you ever wondered why you are so upbeat one day, and really tired the very next day?  Why the sweet slumber that came to you so easily on a Friday evening, seems so elusive on a Sunday evening? 

Airborne, the herbal supplement created by a teacher to prevent colds, is in trouble for false advertising.  There is no credible evidence that Airborne can fight off colds and boost the immune system.  A

Here’s a list of nine things that won’t negatively affect the health of your kids, and three that will.  The list may surprise you - for instance, it’s not necessary to change the bathwater

First my disclaimer:  I am not certified in nutritition or fitness. I am speaking stricly from my own experience. I'm almost 48 and in decent physical shape.  My bones are strong and healthy, my

You may have read or heard the latest concerns about BPA chemicals in plastic.  I have attatched a link for an article on WebMd.  I have done some research and everything I have read has had the same tone

I have found Baby Aquaphor which comes in a good size tub to be the best and easiest diaper rash reliever, and believe me, I've tried everything!  My son has had diaper rash quite often and I think I've

This is a wonderful article written by a medical journalist (and reviewed by a doctor)  that discusses the six most important foods for women and how many times per week we should eat them.  It's a

The Boston Globe has a story that mentions safe ways to dispose of broken compact fluorescent light bulbs to reduce your exposure to mercury.  Here is an excerpt: "If a bulb breaks, get children and

If you are looking to get control over your weight, get organized and do not know how to start, or have children that are fighting each other, the following book is for you! "The Astonishing Power of Emotions"

For practical tips on living a healthy, balanced lifestyle, including product and food reviews, recipes, thoughts on wellness, and positive thinking, the LivingPossibilities blog has some great ideas. Regularly

Beginning a routine of meditation, as recommended by many health care professionals, is made easy with the right resources. The website "Learning Meditation" offers a variety of  free, short

CNN has a helpful article on how to find reliable medication information on the internet. I work in medical publishing, so I think this is a good guide for laypeople. Here's the short and dirty: 1. Use search

Map My Run is a great site that allows you to map and plan your run!  You can also calculate mileage, count calories and find runs locally or around the world.  Not only can you map runs, but also bike

I just got a note from our school nurse who was excited to let us know that our elementary school has avoided a lice outbreak this year.  (Hooray!  Little victories, right?).  Anyway - to keep this

Culturelle is one of the most effective strains of probiotic, or good bacteria. Just one little capsule gives you a lot more, and better, good bacteria than yogurt. It's exactly the right amount to cleanse

The flu bug is in full steam in my hometown and I've been trying to keep it at bay with Oscillococcinum, AKA Oscillo.  This stuff ROCKS.  It's a homeopathic remedy and you take it when you're

This is a very useful website if you are looking for a dentist for your child. All you have to do is put in either the zip code or the city and the state, and then select the search radius. You will then see a list

This article from Parenting magazine discusses natural remedies for keeping moms cold-free during the winter, something we could all use!  It discusses supplements like echinacea, garlic, probiotics, and what

Stretch-n-Grow is the world's largest children's fitness program.  Each week, Certified Fitness Professionals teach over one hundred thousand children in more than 100 cities

February is National Children's Dental Health Month and more than 51,000 dental professionals will provide free dental services to more than 500,000 children from low-income families, at more than 2,000 sites

This is a great line of germ defense and easy cleanup products for children. My favorite one is the Write-On placemat with crayons that provide hours of fun while protecting kids from germs when you are dining

The American Lung Association of Massachusetts offers a Radon Test Kit and Information Packet for $12.00. (includes postage and handling.)  Radon is an invisible and odorless gas that can enter homes

I didn't know anything about radon until we moved into a house with a radon mitigation system.  Radon is estimated to cause about 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year and is the second lading cause of lung

Try my QUICK workout tips!   Q U I C K = Quick, Utilize, Interval, Creative & Kick-butt! By Rebekah Curlee  Are you a busy mom with little time for a workout?  Are you a working woman