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My children are overweight. How can I manage their weight?
Introduce them to healthy food. There are so many low calorie, yummy foods on the market today. Exercise is important too.
My 12 Year old child has been diagnosed with ADHD. Should I medicate?
YES!
My Elementary aged son has started talking back a lot. Any advice for how to handle this?
It’s honestly just a phase. Pick and choose your battles. This too shall pass.
My 12 Year old child has been diagnosed with ADHD. Should I medicate?
So obviously medication is a personal decision because no one else will know your child’s circumstances and all that etc. with that said though, my advice is if you have the opportunity to use medication, do it. I’m a 27 year old female, I was diagnosed with adhd last year. Medication has chaaangedRead more
Do over the counter supplements or vitamins help acne?
Supplements are not well regulated, so you're kind of buying a cat in a bag. Also, vitamins and minerals are not absorbed on their own, but rather, symbiotically, which is why their absorbance is higher when eaten in the form of a whole food. There are some vitamins and minerals that do help with acRead more
How many hours of sleep should my 6 year old get every night?
Experts all agree that 10-13 hours of sleep per day, including naps, is necessary.
My 12 Year old child has been diagnosed with ADHD. Should I medicate?
In my opinion, medications should always be a last resort option. Healthy changes in diet and behavior modification should be explored first.
Do I need to check my children’s homework each night?
It would be a good idea to keep an eye on your children's progress in school. It also sends a positive message that schoolwork is important. Positive feedback nurtures confidence.
My children are overweight. How can I manage their weight?
The key is to emphasize healthy eating and appropriate portion sizes. Provide healthy food choices and try to incorporate fun ways to get moving together- bike rides, family walks. Also, look closely and what other family members are eating including yourself. Often, children mimic the eating behaviRead more
During Holiday season, is it recommended that I buy my sons 5th grade teacher a Holiday gift?
Why not! Teachers are under paid and over worked. Why not show them some consideration and let them know that you appreciate their hard work and the time they spend with your child.
My kids love to drink juice and soda but barely any water. How can I get them to drink more water?
Hi... I'm not sure how old your children are. However, I know this may sound rude... But, just don't give it to them. Don't have it in the house and don't buy it for them when you're out.
I agreed to be a parental chaperone and bus helper on my 8 year old Daughters field trip to the Zoo. Some of the other students were very rude to the bus driver and the attendants. How should I approach it?
Don't Approach it directly. This is not your child and not your job. I know this is embarrassing and your instincts to correct bad behavior automatically take over, however, you must do nothing or let the teacher know that there may be some issues concerning poor behavior. It's probably best to notRead more
I hear my 14 year old son playing Xbox and cursing other gamers on his headset. What should I tell him?
Usually it's just a phase. Hopefully he'll grow out of it. However, you can remind him that when he is home to be respectful of his environment.