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Should You Use Antibacterial Cleaning Products?

2016-12-23T15:08:56-07:00December 23rd, 2016|Blog|

Antibiotics have grown in popularity since their inception as a way to ward off diseases, and the logic behind their use seems simple enough. However, a new book argues that an over dependence on antibiotics can have the opposite effect of leaving children even more vulnerable to illness. Good vs. Bad Bacteria Antibacterial product marketing always focuses on showing bacteria that is responsible for a [...]

Baby Rashes 101

2016-12-16T14:53:45-07:00December 16th, 2016|Blog|

Different types of rashes Baby's skin is the most sensitive. Soap, detergent, lotions and other conditions can all cause a rash on your baby. Newborns are especially prone to rashes. A few of the most common rashes you might see are: Pink Pimples, also called Neonatal Acne, is thought to be caused by exposure to hormones from the mother in the womb during pregnancy. No [...]

Home Remedies for the Common Cold

2016-12-09T14:40:49-07:00December 9th, 2016|Blog|

The common cold could more aptly be named the common colds: over 200 viruses can cause the symptoms we diagnose as a cold. Since viruses aren’t yet curable and the sheer number of cold viruses makes it impractical to vaccinate, the best thing you can do is ease common cold symptoms, keep your child home from school or day care, and let the immune system battle it [...]

Homemade Baby Food Tips

2016-12-02T14:20:26-07:00December 2nd, 2016|Blog|

Whether you’re a full time stay-at-home parent, or making the journey back into your career, you have the exact same need to make sure your little one is getting the best nutrition available. Once your baby starts to grow and begin their journey into the wide world of solid food, parents are charged with the task of finding nutritious ingredients that will end up in [...]

Influenza is dangerous for children

2016-11-25T13:58:03-07:00November 25th, 2016|Blog|

Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is extremely dangerous for children, especially those under the age of five. Children with certain illnesses are even more susceptible to complications arising from influenza, such as asthma and diabetes, as well as brain and nervous system disorders. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Each year, millions of children get sick with seasonal influenza; [...]

Vaccines: How often should you get them?

2016-11-18T15:03:41-07:00November 18th, 2016|Blog|

In order to protect your child from potentially dangerous diseases, regularly scheduled vaccinations are important. Follow your doctor recommended schedule, and be sure to get an annual flu shot before peak season. Here is the current schedule for children under 18: 0 to 15 Months During the first 15 months of a child’s life they will receive a large number of vaccinations. Shots your child [...]

Some easy ways to keep your child focused on school activities

2016-11-11T14:42:30-07:00November 11th, 2016|Blog|

For some kids, learning just comes easily. They sit attentively, listen accurately, and absorb whatever knowledge is being presented to them almost effortlessly. But for the most part, every kid has a moment or a day when it’s not so simple. It’s actually normal for kids to have trouble concentrating. Think of all the things that can run through a child’s mind in any given [...]

Arizona Car Seat Laws for Kids

2016-11-04T14:01:05-07:00November 4th, 2016|Blog|

According to Safe Kids Worldwide, road injuries are the #1 cause of unintentional death for children in the United States. As such, child safety restraint laws are strictly enforced. Here’s what you need to know about Arizona regulations: Kids below age 5 You can use an infant car seat if your kid is 29” or shorter, or a convertible seat for a kid between 29” [...]

Preventing Child Obesity

2016-10-28T13:49:35-07:00October 28th, 2016|Blog|

Childhood obesity is a frequent topic of concern for parents. Though research continues to analyze the effects, our advice to parents hoping to prevent obesity remains the same: Promote Healthy Eating Habits Let your children know that eating calorie rich foods is not bad so long as they do it in moderation. Introduce fruits and vegetables in your kid’s diet as alternatives to treats that [...]

Vaccines cause autism: Fact or Fiction?

2016-10-21T13:13:45-07:00October 21st, 2016|Blog|

As a parent, you want what’s best for your child. That’s why when groups of parents around the country say vaccines may cause autism, you probably stopped to consider the possibility. Before getting into specifics, no, vaccines do not cause autism. Yes, children who eventually tested for autism did receive vaccines, but the two have no connection, in much the same way that someone who [...]