Articles in Family Life and Health and Wellness

Teaching Children To Say I'm Sorry

on November 01, 2015

“Go to your room and think about what you just said!” A phrase every child has heard at least once after being involved in a disagreement.... Read full article

Children Using Melatonin: Is it Safe?

on March 01, 2017

Some children may have difficulty producing melatonin or may have another exception that is keeping them from sleeping. Is melatonin the answer?... Read full article

School Bus Basics

on August 01, 2016

Tips for success on the big yellow bus.... Read full article

Where Are Your Shoes?

on August 01, 2018

Get Your Kids to Stop Losing Their Stuff Without Losing Your Mind... Read full article

I Can't Hear You

on August 09, 2016

How To Protect Your Child's Hearing... Read full article

Celebrating Baby’s Firsts In Louisiana

on September 02, 2016

From her first steps to her first words, I wanted to record every second of my child’s development, so one day I could go back when she was older and remind myself of those special moments.... Read full article

When Should You Tell Children About the Easter Bunny?

on April 03, 2017

We all love these sweet moments, but the innocent naiveté can’t last forever. When is it the right time to share that the careful creator of those baskets is not an oversized, bow-tied bunny, but instead mom or dad? ... Read full article

Let's Get Moving: 22 Ways To Stay Fit Indoors

on April 01, 2015

In this age of computers, video games, television, and movies-on-demand, the old days of “Go outside and play,” become harder to digest for today’s children.... Read full article

Things You Should Never Say to Moms of Multiples

on September 08, 2017

I’m here to tell you that moms of multiples hear some outrageous things on a daily basis. Here are some basic guidelines of things you shouldn’t say to moms of multiples or really just moms in general!... Read full article

Are You a Lawnmower Parent?

on November 01, 2018

Have you heard? There’s a new “parent” in town! Introducing, the Lawnmower Parent. In contrast to the emotionally supportive Elephant Parent or the overbearing Tiger Parent, the Lawnmower Parent will go to any lengths to smooth the path in front of t... Read full article