Articles about general topics for children and parents.
As of last year, 79% of Americans had social media profiles that they used to stay connected with family and post life updates. Although it’s common to share personal info on Facebook and Instagram, doing so can have serious consequences. Hackers can use personal details like your birthday and pet’s name to crack your security…
As parents it’s our jobs to keep our kids safe. With our kids online more than ever and the internet being so much more advanced than what we dealt with as a kid; it can be hard to know how well we’re really keeping them safe. So to help parents with these concerns, we’ve come…
Children are one of our most incredible resources for helping the planet in many ways. They are nearly blank slates and have no preconceived notions of science, global warming, environmental danger, or the damage that single-use products can do. However, this is not a bad thing. Since they are not biased about what works and…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Are you a person who likes to take photos? Have you ever thought of starting photography as a hobby? If you have, read on to see why you should definitely take it up as a hobby. 1) Accessible to anyone Anyone can get good at photography as long as they have…
It is finally official. Your mind can, indeed, cure your body’s illness. However, the mechanism by which this is done is not any spiritualism or other mumbo-jumbo. It is pure science. It has to do with the levels of hormones – the beneficial ones and the not-so-beneficial ones – that affect how we feel. Let…
10 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy It can be the most exciting time for a mother that she is inspired to develop healthier lifestyle choices by herself and, if needed, work towards a healthy weight for her child as well. This article is to help all mothers find healthy recommendations on the way to improve…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the concept of normality and forced the world into a new normal. This new normal requires us to practice better hygiene and cleaning habits to help prevent the spread of the virus. As a result, more and more families around the world have started sanitizing their homes regularly. If you’re…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Who does not want to live a long, healthy life? All of us hope for at least a long enough life to see our dreams fulfilled, our grandchildren born, and all the while being healthy and happy, definitely not bed-ridden and being at the mercy of someone else for daily functions….
With Christmas fast approaching it’s time to start thinking about all the magical things you’re going to do, all the wonderful people you get to see, and of course, all the totally amazing food you’re going to eat. In addition to that, it’s a time when you get to see your kids at their happiest….
Kids are more perceptive than you might realize. If you or someone close to your family is suffering from addiction, it’s important to talk to your children. They may have questions about addiction – and you will want to answer them in a safe and honest way. Find Out What Questions They Have One of…
2020 has been quite the year for many families, with children attending school online and parents adapting to work from home arrangements. As daunting as those adjustments are, many families are also choosing to relocate, which is yet another dynamic element to process. Although preparing to move into a new home during the coronavirus pandemic…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Daydreaming in children is often considered harmless. Some scientists consider it even beneficial, since dreaming is one of the ways in which association of ideas takes place, which leads to better creativity. However, what do you do when your son or daughter daydreams to the point of not being attentive in…
