Let’s get this out of the way. . . right away: I don’t like the Kansas City Chiefs. Perhaps the fact that I’m a Philadelphia Eagles fan has something to do with that. Truth be told, it has everything to… Read More The post What About Harrison Butker? appeared first on The Center for Parent…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by MedicalXpress. There is an urgent need to “bring back the village” post-pandemic to support teens and foster a sense of community belonging for young people, says a Simon Fraser University researcher. A new study led by Hasina Samji, a professor in the Faculty of Health…
What did you used to be scared of that you aren’t scared of anymore? For me, it was the dark. I used to sprint like an Olympian to take the garbage out growing up. I remember even counting the number of steps it took to get from our back door to where the cans were on…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by MedicalXpress. Electronic vapor products (EVPs), also known as e-cigarettes or vaping devices, have an allure because of their marketed image as a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking and for their variety of appealing flavors. Yet, they contain many substances beyond nicotine, including propylene glycol,…
While we all know that last Sunday was the holiday we celebrate as Mother’s Day, it was also an anniversary for me. I didn’t realize it was an anniversary until I pulled a book off my shelf and opened the… Read More The post Thoughts On The Spiritual Nurture Of Our Kids appeared first on…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by Medical Daily. Regular cannabis use is associated with the risk of mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. The use of high-potency cannabis in teen years almost doubles the risk of developing psychotic episodes in early adulthood compared to the use of those with lower…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by HealthDay. Children and young adults who are couch potatoes could wind up with enlarged hearts, increasing their risk of heart attack, stroke, and early death. Sedentary behavior contributed as much as 40% to the total increase in heart size between the ages of 17 and…
“Boundaries” has become a buzzword in parenting. Boundaries are necessary for a balanced, responsible life. The smartphone has blown the lid off of every boundary imaginable in ways we could never have anticipated. This great social experiment has the majority of the world deeply immersed, and with devastating consequences, particularly for our youth. It seems…
Lately I’ve been noticing a trend: in the midst of increasingly-present smartphones, tablets, TV’s, and gaming devices, I’ve been spotting more and more people taking breaks from media, and I keep seeing more and more social media sign-offs on Fridays (ex. “See you on Monday!”) from people doing “screen free” weekends. Curious, I did some…
Moms: When Do We Get to Celebrate? Celebration for moms is scheduled in May; but I’m wondering when does it really happen? Is it between adult diaper changes or accidents that require a change of clothes? Is it packing to travel for an adult child and making sure there is a change of clothes if…