Pre-teen (age 8-12) Advice

Preventing Childhood Obesity

Today’s children spend less time exercising than any other preceding generation. Alloted time for recess and physical education is increasingly becoming eliminated in schools. Additionally, the prevalence of computers, gaming systems, and television invite children to sit rather than be active.
According to the American Obesity Association, obesity among children and teens is reaching [...]

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

Playing is Important

As adults we can’t really imagine why it is so important to make time to play. Because of our hectic schedules, making time to stop and smell the roses may seem difficult for us, but the fact of the matter is, for your child - it is necessary in order to grow into a [...]

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Abduction and Kidnapping Prevention Tips for Parents

The tips noted below will help parents lessen the opportunity for abduction and kidnapping and better safeguard their children.
Recent crimes against children, although a rare occurrence, have left many parents frightened and unsure about how best to protect their children. According to a study conducted by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office for the U.S. [...]

Friday, February 20th, 2009