PARENTING
Social Media: The Effect on Young People and Eating Disorders
Many circumstances play a role in the development of an eating disorder. Social media plays a significant role and should continue to be explored and monitored. …
CT Scan vs. MRI – What’s Best for a Sports-related Concussion?
A hockey check, a bicycle accident, a fall from a tree. All are potential causes of a concussion or traumatic brain injury. Concussions, and especially sports-related concussions, can vary in the extent of the injury and the severity of the symptoms. Common mental or physical …
How Five Seconds Can Change Your Life
Five seconds is the average time your eyes are off the road while texting. When traveling at 55 mph, that’s enough time to cover the length of a football field blindfolded. Are you guilty? Just a little? Do you sneak a peek? Only at stop …
Achoo! It Must Be Allergy Season
Nasal congestion. Sneezing. Itchy, red or watery eyes. Throat irritation. Wheezing. These might be the symptoms of a run-of-the-mill cold, or seasonal allergies could be the culprit! While the snow was still falling in New England just a few short weeks ago, it won’t be …
Peanut Free Lunches
Peanut Free Lunches. Cute and fun ideas for peanut-free schools. Source: Smartschoolhouse.com …
Make Memories with Your Grandchildren
Of the more than 56 million grandparents in the U.S., about half live more than 200 miles from their grandchildren. Are you in that group? Then you know that distance creates a challenge for families who want to have a strong bond between your and …
3 Tips to Avoid Infections in Simple Cuts and Scrapes
Playing outside is a normal part of growing up. Whether your kids are involved in organized sports a few nights a week or just like to run around in the backyard whenever they can, exercise and fresh air are never terrible options for growing children. …
The Joys of Family Gardening
Guest Blogger: Khwaja Hussain, MD, primary care provider Spring evokes many emotions for any gardener. All the plans made over a year need to be implemented in a burst of activity over just a few weeks. A lot needs to be done, and time is …
Debunking Childhood Myths
Your parents said them to you, and now you may catch yourself saying them to your kids – childhood myths. “Gum will stay in your stomach for seven years.” “You’ll hurt your eyes if you read in the dark.” How about the five-second rule? Are these …
