Yucky. That's often what I hear when I offer my children (especially my picky two-year-old) vegetables. They are green and mushy and unappetizing to these tiny food critics.
By Jessa McClureIt's dinner time, and I'm once again staring down the table at my two-year-old, waiting, hoping, begging for him to take a bite. But he is skilled at this game of chicken (even though he wouldn't eat it), and he knows how to win. For a second he brings a piece of broccoli to his…
By Jessa McClureApproximately one percent of Americans suffer from celiac disease and 18 million more suffer from a gluten sensitivity, according to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness. While it is difficult for anyone to deal with these irritating conditions, it is even more difficult…
By Jessa McClureWith busy schedules and mountains of homework, it can sometimes be difficult to find time to be active. But leading a sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to your child's future. Child obesity rates have tripled in the last 30 years, according to www.LetsMove.gov, and if we don't…
By Jessa McClure Having metal wires and brackets strapped to your teeth during an already insecure time of life can be daunting for many kids who get braces. But there are ways to make the transition to orthodontics smoother and less stress-inducing.1. Choose the Right OrthodontistCreating an…
By Jessa McClureSummer illnesses can pop up out of nowhere and ruin our fun in the sun. But Dr. Tim Martindale, a Providence Healthcare Network family medicine doctor, said if parents are aware of these diseases and conditions, then they can help their children avoid them.Here are some of the most…
By Jessa McClure More than 40 million kids participate in organized sports every year, and many of these dedicated little athletes will be braving the scorching summer temperatures…
By Jessa McClureWith the nation's economy still recovering, many people are opting to stay close to home this summer and enjoy camping in their local parks. According to The Outdoor Foundation, more than 42 million Americans went camping in 2011, and the numbers continue to grow each year.This…
By: Jessa McClureSummer seems to come earlier every year, especially in Texas, and that means spring sports and outdoor activities can quickly become dangerous in the oppressive heat. If that hot, sweaty feeling becomes something more dangerous like heat exhaustion, it can quickly develop into a…
By: Jessa McClureAs the weather turns warm and families head to local pools, lakes and waterways to cool down, the issue of water safety becomes even more apparent.Drowning is the second leading cause of death in children ages one to 14, according to the Centers for Disease Control. But there are…
