A Fresh Start on Picky Eating

Alternatives to Valentine's Day Sweets

- Holly Larson, RD Valentine’s Day is around the corner and the typical fare is full of sugar, artificial dyes and processed food. Not only can these …

Don't Start an Elimination Diet Without Reading These Tips for Success

If your child is exibiting signs of behavioral, physical, and/or emotional symptoms in response to what they eat, it may be time to begin implement a …

Exercise and the Brain: Keep Kids Moving for Optimal Development

With the increased use of smartphone devices and video game consoles, sedentary lifestyles are becoming more prevalent among children. A great …

The Benefits of Exercise for Children with ADHD

Recent findings indicate that intense aerobic exercise for ADHD children may be beneficial by enhancing their brain structure and function. Studies …

Help for Behavioral Issues: Creating Structures for Consistency

Child behavioral issues can be challenging and frustrating for the entire family. As a parent, you may notice that if you don't maintain a strict …

Attention Parents! It's Time to Stop Blaming Yourself for Your Child's Struggles

How Theater Boosts Learning and Improves Social Skills

As the school year begins, parents worried about their children's excess energy or ability to interact with their peers should consider finding ways …

5 Activities to Make Fine Motor Practice Fun at Home

Once school is back in session, kids are asked to complete many fine motor tasks. These involve the use of tiny muscles in the hands and fingers to …