Magnesium is recognized for being calcium’s partner in helping to build strong bones—an important consideration for growing bodies.*But that’s only one of the functions performed by magne...
When should your baby be walking? Talking? Start playing with toys? While each child is unique, it’s only natural for parents, especially first-timers, to wonder if their child is on sche...
You had heard the stories about newborns and sleep-deprived parents before your child arrived. Now, with a baby sleeping only three hours at a time, you know they’re all true.Fortunately,...
Just like you, your children need exercise—and no, ascending levels on their favorite video games doesn’t count. “Physical activity helps kids develop mental clarity, feel less stressed a...
You’ve heard that doing crossword puzzles may help keep older brains sharp? The same concept works with children: Deceptively simple games can help your kids develop dexterity, verbal ski...
Ask a parent what could be more important than their children’s health and the answer is swift: “Nothing.” Parents instinctively place the health of their kids above all else. That concer...
The bounty of the sea offers a bounty of nutrition—protein, zinc and other minerals, omega-3 fatty acids—for your children. But those nutrients aren’t going to be helpful if your kids won...
Once your baby grows into toddlerhood, the real fun part of being a daddy begins! Here are some ways to have a good time with your little one. Toss a Ball! Your child should be able to th...
You’ve taken it all in stride, from the 2 a.m. feedings to the scraped knees. And now...you’re the parent of a teenager.Relax. Just like you’ve dealt with all of your child’s changes befo...
Of all the activities related to children's oral health, teaching them how to brush their teeth is the most crucial. Brushing breaks down plaque, a sticky, bacteria-laden substance that ...
"My tummy hurts!" What parent hasn't heard that cry at one time or another? Fortunately, most tummy aches in children aren't serious and respond well to home care. Start by asking your ch...
You know the importance of getting a toddler to eat vegetables early on, at the stage when flavor preferences are being formed. The nutrients contained in veggies are crucial now, while y...