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All parents want their children to be healthy and happy. It can be scary to see a child showing signs of sadness or other problems. These tips will help improve your children’s wellbeing and happiness. It can be tricky to use all these tips at once, so think about focusing on two or three, then [...]
After having kids, New Year’s Eve takes on a whole new meaning. This year, try something new and different that will allow you to enjoy the evening with your kids. Use these Stress Free New Year’s Eve Tips for an enjoyable evening your kids will always remember! Have your kids think of a New Year’s [...]
Can teachers affect the likelihood of a student being bullied or being a bully at school?
Posted By: Dr. Sears LEAN Team on November 03, 2011Bullying amongst children has taken a toll in many of our households and, as parents, there is only so much we can do to protect our own children against being the target of aggression at school. According to a recent study in Canada, teachers may actually affect the likelihood of a child being a bully [...]
When it comes to keeping our kids healthy, watching food portions and avoiding too much TV are two key factors. Practicing healthy portion sizes and limiting television time can prevent obesity and will support healthy, happy bodies. Portion control is a lifestyle choice. Kids model their parents’ behaviors, so it’s important that you practice portion [...]
9 Great (and easy) Ways to Keep your Body Happy and Avoid Inflammation
Posted By: Dr. Bill Sears on July 25, 2011Stay Lean. It probably comes as no surprise that a lean body is a healthier body. Unfortunately, Americans are some of the fattest people in the world. Fat cells produce wear-and-tear chemicals that slow your body down and divert its attention away from keeping you healthy. Remember to move. Studies show that exercise helps clean [...]
During the summer, many people have more difficulty falling asleep than during other times of year. According to the National Sleep Foundation, there is an ideal temperature for our bodies to fall asleep. Unfortunately, during these summer heat waves, we find ourselves tossing and turning because the air is just too hot. How to overcome [...]
As a parent, you have probably seen a variety of signs placed on your child’s bedroom door or on a fort they built. Young boys often post signs that read, “no girls allowed,” and teens may post signs reading, “Keep Out! No parents allowed!” They may also have treasures stashed away in the attic, under [...]
You have to be adventurous to take a toddler grocery shopping, but sometimes you may just want to and other times you may have no choice. One young mother takes her three-year-old and one-year-old most of the time. She says she thinks of it as a “sport.” To expect a curious two-year-old to be a [...]
A Room-by-Room Guide for a Toddler-Friendly Environment Living Room/Family Room: Secure Lamp cords Anchor or remove floor lamps Cushion corners on coffee tables, end tables, hearths Cover electrical outlets Move plants Reorganize decorations to keep breakables out of baby’s reach Clear important books and photo albums for bottom rows of bookshelf Dining room/eating area: Keep [...]
The age group that most needs sunglasses is the least likely to wear them. Infants and children are actually at increased risk for sun damage to the eyes because their relatively large pupils allow more damaging ultraviolet light to get in. Excessive ultraviolet (UV) light “oxidizes,” which means causes wear and tear on the retina [...]
