How Does Screen Time Affect Kids Sleep?

Screen Time and Our Kids

How does Screen Time and the Use of Technology Affect our Children’s Sleep and Health?

Screens are ubiquitous in our lives and our kids’ lives.  They are abundant and we use gadgets without realizing that some of them even have screens.  In my house we have 2 TV’s, 2 tablets, an e-book reader, 2 cell phones, 2 iPods, 2 laptops and 2 monitors for our desktop.  That’s a total of 13 screens for just a 3 person household!!

Our children, from the time they are born, are surrounded by screens, despite our best efforts to curb their use and interaction with them until they are at an appropriate age.  As they get older, they start collecting their own set of devices – hand held video games, computer games etc.  So how does screen time affect our children’s well-being? How does it affect their health and mental well-being?

Asthma, Allergies & Pregnancy

How to treat allergies and asthma during pregnancy

How to Treat Asthma and Allergies During Pregnancy

You are expecting! This is an exciting time filled with hope and expectations; however, for many women it can be filled with questions and concerns due to asthma. One in 100 pregnant women will experience asthma symptoms during pregnancy and many more will experience allergy or hay fever symptoms. It is important to ask your healthcare professional to determine which medicines are safe and recommended to help you control symptoms during pregnancy.

Ways to Celebrate Moving up to Preschool

Ways to Celebrate Your Child Moving up to Preschool

Fun and Simple Ways to Celebrate Moving Up To Preschool

There are few sights more delightful that the sparkle in the eyes of a toddler who has grown beyond a foundational program and is moving up to preschool! In daycare and childcare centers everywhere, children and parents joyfully celebrate growth, learning, and progress as their children advance into preschool.