Childhood obesity is a major concern for Americans today. According to the CDC “childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents in the past 30 years.” Obesity is something that should be taken very seriously by parents and children alike. Childhood obesity affects your child in more ways than you may…
Day: December 12, 2013
Depression
Teenage depression is more than just the occasional feeling blue or bad mood. It’s a problem that should be taken seriously and can have an impact of almost every aspect of a teenager’s life. When not treated properly or in time it can often lead to suicide. Some great resources to help you better understand…
Iron
Iron is a vital nutrient to everyone. It is especially important to your small children. Iron plays huge role in the building of blood. If you click on the links below you will see a common handout from our providers on Iron. Iron Handout English (PDF) Iron Handout Spanish (PDF) Additional Information About Iron: Iron…
Toilet Training
You’ve been waiting for what seems like an eternity…for the day your child is potty trained. No more diapers and no more wipes! This seems like such a daunting task to many. However, with the right resources and tips your child can be potty trained in no time. The Healthy Children website has literally dozens…
Baby-Proofing Your Home
By now your little one is crawling and/or walking, so everybody watch out! It is important to make sure your home is baby-proofed and safe. Proper and adequate baby-proofing ensures that your little one should be safe at all times. The Healthy Children website has a great checklist that you can use to make sure…