Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy
Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy

Article at a Glance Formula-fed babies are 2.5 times more likely to be obese as toddlers than babies who are breastfed. Practices like putting your baby to bed with a bottle, encouraging your baby to finish the last bit of formula, and starting solids too soon can significantly increase the risk of obesity. According to … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy”

Frozen Fruit Kabobs
Frozen Fruit Kabobs

Here is a fun twist on the Popsicle. Not only are they super easy to make, but they are a healthy and delicious way to cool down this summer! And the variations are endless. This Fourth of July, try using strawberries, bananas, and blueberries with some drizzled white chocolate. Or if your children are learning … Continue reading “Frozen Fruit Kabobs”

Why Do Kids Need Sunglasses?
Why Do Kids Need Sunglasses?

Article at a Glance Sunglasses protect your child’s vision from damage caused by UV rays. Look for sunglasses that block at least 99 percent of UVA and UVB rays. Avoid cheap sunglasses that can break easily and that don’t offer any protection. Let’s be honest, kids look adorable in sunglasses. But sunglasses are also an … Continue reading “Why Do Kids Need Sunglasses?”

Your Snack Time Wake Up Call
Your Snack Time Wake Up Call

Article at a Glance You get more with fruits and vegetables—more water, more nutrients, and more fiber. Filling up on unhealthy snacks that are high in sugar, fat, carbohydrates, and calories can prevent children from getting the nutrients they need. Unlike juices, whole fruits and vegetables contain more fiber and will help your kids feel … Continue reading “Your Snack Time Wake Up Call”

New Concussion Guidelines: What You Need to Know
New Concussion Guidelines: What You Need to Know

Article at a Glance Becoming familiar with these guidelines will allow you to protect your child from additional and more severe injuries. Children who experience a head injury should not be allowed to return to play the day of the injury or until they have been cleared by a doctor. If you believe your child … Continue reading “New Concussion Guidelines: What You Need to Know”

Salt Lake and Utah County Summer Activities
Salt Lake and Utah County Summer Activities

Looking for ways to keep the kids busy, active, and learning this summer? Luckily you live in Utah! We were surprised to see the long list of things to do and places to go this summer. While it is by no means an exhaustive list, we picked out some of our favorite kid-friendly hikes, events, … Continue reading “Salt Lake and Utah County Summer Activities”

Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns
Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns

Article at a Glance Even though the sun doesn’t “feel” hot you can still get a sunburn. One bad sunburn can double your risk of developing skin cancer. The most common mistake parents make is not applying enough sunscreen. In the spring—before the summer heat starts to kick in—it can be easy to forget the … Continue reading “Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns”

New Law Banning Cell Phone Use For Teen Drivers Goes Into Effect
New Law Banning Cell Phone Use For Teen Drivers Goes Into Effect

Article at a Glance After May 14th teens will not be allowed to talk on the cell phone while driving. Lawmakers hope the new law will educate teens and their parents on the dangers of driving while distracted. Talking on the phone while driving is dangerous and impairs your driving as much as drunk driving. … Continue reading “New Law Banning Cell Phone Use For Teen Drivers Goes Into Effect”

A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home
A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home

Article at a Glance Learn CPR and the Heimlich maneuver. Adapt your childproofing to suit the age of your children. Keep a list of important numbers by the phone in case of emergencies. Childproofing should start before you bring your baby home and continue until your children are well into their teens. Although good supervision … Continue reading “A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home”

On-The-Go Veggie McMuffin
On-The-Go Veggie McMuffin

A healthy breakfast doesn’t have to be time consuming. This recipe is great because you can freeze the entire thing and then just heat and go, or you can freeze part of it and then assemble it in more of a fresh style. Ingredients: 12 eggs, whisked 2 cups baby spinach, chopped (Other veggies as … Continue reading “On-The-Go Veggie McMuffin”

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