Health & Safety

I just adore our new Crane humidifier.  These little lifesavers really help to keep the kids' sniffles manageable and help their colds from getting too long and intense. Check them out at Walmart or Target

As some of you know, I recently had an injury that required 6 weeks of being bonded with a crutch under my arm to help me walk...I truly needed it, but those crutches are UGLY and you don't feel very healed

Start the year of on the right foot! You will here lots of healthy and low fat recipe ideas, advice on how to keep your new year's resolution, weight-loss tips, and many more interesting topics. Be sure to check

Teething 411 The appearance of teeth usually begins between five and seven months old, although it varies widely from as early as one month to as late as eighteen months old. Typically, the bottom two front teeth

When I was pregnant, I found out I had gestational diabetes.  Thankfully, I was able to control it by diet alone and did not need insulin.  This website has an extensive list of low glycemic index foods

My daughter is 3 and for the last month on and off she has had all night coughing spells.  We have "dry heat" where we live and so we have to humidify her room to make it bearable.  But every

I found that Rescue Remedy Pastilles are wonderful natural stress relief remedy.  I am not one to ever take any medication but sometimes when life gets really busy I feel a little anxiety creeping

When my son was 12 months, his pediatrician informed me that his iron level was a little low.  She gave me a list of high iron foods, like spinach, whole grains and iron fortified snacks and cereals-

Are you aware of the many benefits that grapefruits have? I found this great website from the Florida Department of Citrus. I like this website a lot. It talks about the health benefits of eating grapefruits

This is a great website from the makers of Quaker Instant Oatmeal. What particularly caught my attention was the Family Focus section. The section covers health, nutrition, activities, and more. You can even sign

I'm a couch potato at heart: I can't afford a gym membership right now, but you'll pry my Tivo from my cold, dead hands. So my new year's resolution is to use my TV to get fit. I've added season

Right from a tender age , good eye care practices are essential to ensure that your child grows up with healthy eyes. Always keep safety aspects in mind while buying any toys for your children. Avoid toys with sharp

Did you have a new year's resolution to go on a diet? Do you always find yourself leaving the supermarket with things you don't really need? The website offers great tips before you head to the store and

I was looking for a recipe for dinner and stumbled on this article about childhood obesity.  This whole topic just bothers me to the core.  I don't know why, but I feel like we are really letting our

Hello for you!  Children's Singer, Songwriter and Performer Andy Glockenspiel here.  Today I wanted to share with you a highly effective tip, with immediate results.  As a Children's Edutainer

My daughter recently donated some of her hair to Locks of Love, a non-profit organization that makes hairpieces for disadvantaged children. I had heard that you could donate hair to this organization but didn’t

The author recommends medicines and treatments every household should have on hand during cold and flu season. Be prepared when illness strikes.Put together your own recovery kit to treat the symptoms of cold and

The author recommends foods every family should have in their pantry and refrigerator during cold and flu season. These nutrition-packed, easily digested and quickly prepared foods can help you and your family stay

Denise wants to be your online personal trainer. She will come up with a free success plan just for you with fun and fast workouts, and she also help you tone your muscles without ever going to the gym. I am personally

OK, for years people have been telling me to buy something for the bottom of my shoes so I can walk on snow and ice without the gripping fear I always feel. Finally, someone told me about Yaktrax, and I love them

I just found out about this book Be Nice (Or Else) by Winn Claybough, a motivational speaker. It sounds great, and has a perfect 5-star rating on Amazon, which I've never seen before. The book teaches why and

Recently I've been upset about some negative people in my life. I'm no optimistic, far from it, but these people just see the bad in every situation and don't notice the good. I NEVER want to be like

I don't know about your town, but here we lose power when there's a snow or ice storm. Here is a comprehensive article from Red Cross explaining what to do and not to do during a blackout. Definately must

Are you concerned about the quality of your water? You can find out the total hardness of your water with a water test kit. Why spend your own money buying a water test kit, when you can get one free from Culligan?

The decision by the Public Health Council will make New Jersey the first state to require annual shots for influenza and bacterial (pneumococcal) pneumonia for infants and toddlers. For sixth-graders, the state

Please take note of the new Boppy Recall of some of their covers.  The issue is two fold...the zipper can break and pose a choking hazard and I guess there is a LEAD issue we are dealing with also - Yikes! 

This product is fantastic! Oh, how I wish they had it when my kids were little! My Precious Kid sells temporary tattoos which help adults return lost children to their parents, help autistic or mentally challenged

Not sure what toys are ok to buy this holiday season?  Look toys up in HealthyToys.  This database includes the results of the Ecology Center's testing of 1,200 popular children's toys for toxic

If you have Blue Cross, Blue Shield / Anthem health insurance, be sure to take advantage of their Blue Points program.  Blue Points is a way to manage fitness activities and earn points for great prizes. 

A teaspoon of honey before bed seems to calm children's coughs and help them sleep better, according to a new study that relied on parents' reports of their children's symptoms. The folk remedy did

The news this morning showed these fake Tickle Me Elmo dolls that look pretty much identical to the real ones. The kids would be happy with them, but since they don't say where they are made or what they are

Obesity in children and teens is on the rise.  With television, MP3 players, video games, computers, and cell phones, kids are getting less exercise than they have in the past.  If you have a child who

The cold and flu season has started, and while we often hear the advice to change your toothbrush frequently when you're sick, or at least boil it in hot water to kill germs,  remember also to change your

Safety of our youngest family members needs to be a paramount concern for a caregiver and/or parent. Life can change in a single instant. I remember when holding a hot mug of coffee and my youngest trying to grab

A great way to keep processed foods out of you baby's system is by making your own baby food. Of course, it's difficult to prepare food for every meal, so a great way to prep in bulk amounts is to create

I just read an article on a horrific, shocking subject-parents and grandparents running over their toddlers in their SUVs. If you have one, you know you can't see out the back window, period. My husband just

While I'm a proponent of holding your breath to get rid of the hiccups, that's never worked for my husband.  He gets painful hiccups that never seem to go away.  The only thing that works for

Log onto Free Rice and for every word you successfully choose the definition, this website donates 10 grains of rice through United Nations.  Free Rice began on October 7, 2007 and as of today (11/12/07)

From their website: Prince's Sensory Delights is dedicated to produce adorable, high quality children's clothing specially targeting, (however not limited to), those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing

Are fit people just born with different genes? I think so, but this quick, easy to read article gives ten habits of fit people that we unfit people should try to develop. For example, exercise in the morning, so

The ChildSafetyTech website features many different, unique safety devices for both adults and children. Some of these products seem like great ideas....I just wonder if they will really serve their purpose

Millions of Chinese-made toys have been pulled from shelves in North America and Australia after scientists found they contain a chemical that converts into a powerful date rape drug when ingested. Two children

Halloween candy is a fun treat for a couple of days, but very abundant- and getting it out of the house can be tricky.  My neighbor gave me a great idea to get rid of the candy in a positive way. 

Does your lipstick have lead in it?  Does your cleanser have chemicals that are known to cause reproductive issues?  Look up all and any of your cosmetics to ensure their safety rating.  My make-up

I've seen tons of articles out there on the children's cold medicine "ban," but this Q&A from the Washington Post answers tons of questions - some I had not even thought to ask!  Check

Good news for all parents! The American Academy of Pediatrics will be releasing two new reports calling for the early screening of autism (for all children) as well as what symptoms to look for in your child

KidsHealth in the Classroom is geared for teachers but parents will find amazing resources on here, too.   This site devoted to kids of all ages and their health - a great site!

Doctors recommend examining your breasts monthly for lumps or signs of breast cancer. It's a good idea to check your breasts a week after your period starts, when they are less likely to be tender and swollen

Our very own Flowergirl on FZ posted great safety tips for Halloween a little while back and thought I would add this link also!  I'm always visiting the American Academy of Pediatrics website

Check out Kaboose's Halloween safety tips. It never hurts to check out what we think we already know!