Back to school
5 tips to help your child safely walk to school
Pediatrician Lauren Clayton, MD, explained how to ensure your child or teen can walk to school or head to the park or a friend’s house on foot without worry.
Why immunization is an important part of a child’s care
Back-to-school tips for parents
Bullying: 3 ways to help your kids
Whether it involves hitting, mocking or ostracizing, bullying can take many forms and have a lasting impact. Geoff Williams, LPC/S, said the best way to help your kids is to educate them about bullying so they can recognize it and know what to do.
Can you make a daily meal as healthy as school lunches?
With the many after-school activities and athletic team practices, parents are busier than ever, so they might be tempted to forego making their kids’ lunches. Lisa Money, RDN, said not to worry! According to a Tufts University 2018 study, school lunches are the single healthiest source of food consumed by American children and adults.
Whether you choose to make your own or let your child choose the school lunch, you can feel good about your child’s nutrition with these easy tips: