As kids head back to school, now is a great time to refresh yourself on the best tips for choosing, loading and wearing backpacks (or book bag). In fact, you might even want to make backpack checks part of your daily school routine to remind your kids why carrying backpacks the right way is so…
For many kids, summer is a busy time to explore, have fun with friends and hit up some of their favorite activities and parks. This year with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, things look a little different with social distancing guidelines still in place, restrictions at local amenities and many activity camps canceled. Parents everywhere are…
As the COVID-19 (or the coronavirus) pandemic sweeps across the United States and countries around the world, millions of us are reeling on what to expect next as we hunker down and navigate through these unprecedented times. Entire states have canceled school. People have rushed to the stores to stock up on food and basic…
Stuck at home? Getting your kids up and active is a great way to keep them centered and focused – all while practicing good social distancing. The World Health Organization recommends all children, ages 5 – 17, should get at least 60 minutes of aerobic activity a day. This can include “games, play, sports, transportation,…
Stress is a normal part of life. In small quantities, it’s actually a good thing. It can motivate you and help you be more productive. However, too much stress, or a strong response to it, is harmful. It can set you up for general poor health as well as specific physical or psychological illnesses like…
Whether you’re deciding to stay home or whether you’re still going out doing your activities of daily living, Dr. Kevin Day, AlignLife of Warsaw, shares some basic things you can do to boost your immune system: #1: Drink half your body weight in ounces of water each day. Water helps carry oxygen to your body’s…
The transition back to school can be hard on parents and kids alike. Kids might be nervous about meeting a new teacher or not having any friends in their class. Parents may be stressing about how to fit it all in – work, school, sports, homework, art classes, STEM clubs, working out, making healthy meals……
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