Do you know that there is no such thing as a safe cigarette or a safe level of smoking? Many smokers deceive themselves into thinking that smoking less won’t harm them. However, the best bet remains the same – it is to quit smoking ASAP. You must have heard countless times … [Read more...] about How Can Nurses Help You Quit Smoking?
Family Health
Validation Is A Valuable Gift – If You Get It
If your children were magically put in charge of you, how would they treat you? Many years ago I attended a workshop at the Parents Anonymous conference and, as always, I was ready to have fun. I met parents and facilitators from other groups across New Jersey and learned more … [Read more...] about Validation Is A Valuable Gift – If You Get It
Children’s Dental Health Month: Making Brushing Teeth More Fun
In honor of our National Children’s Dental Health Month, raising awareness about the importance of oral health, we will look at nine ways to make brushing teeth more fun for your kids. Most can agree that getting your children to brush their teeth is important, but it’s not … [Read more...] about Children’s Dental Health Month: Making Brushing Teeth More Fun
A Simple and Nutrient-Rich Snack Alternative for Children: Kale Chips
At this point, most of us know kale to be a superfood. Low in calorie and fat, high in fiber, and full of nutrients—including Vitamins K, A, and C, and magnesium—it’s also a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory food, and has more iron per calorie than beef. Integrating … [Read more...] about A Simple and Nutrient-Rich Snack Alternative for Children: Kale Chips
Foods That Can Strengthen Your Family’s Teeth Enamel
Proper oral hygiene is important in caring your family’s dental health. However, the foods you serve to your family also play an important role in keeping their teeth healthy. It is a good practice that you limit your children’s sugary food intake. And for optimum oral health, … [Read more...] about Foods That Can Strengthen Your Family’s Teeth Enamel
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to