Since 1996, Kyla Wahlstrom and her research team at the Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement (CAREI) have led the way in the study of later start times for high school students, beginning with their study of the impact of later start times on educational achievement in two different districts. Two Minneapolis-area school districts, suburban Edina and urban … [Read more...] about Why Teens Need More Sleep
How to Eat What’s In Season
We know that it's best to eat locally and what's in season. But, with so much bounty at our grocery stores, it's hard to know what really is in season. Food in season will be sweeter and better tasting, as well as being more affordable. Of course, go to your local Farmer's Market to buy seasonal produce first hand or grow some yourself. Here's a simple guide to when popular … [Read more...] about How to Eat What’s In Season
Raising Disabled Children in an Unequal America
At nine months old, Autumn started banging her head. Victoria and Nathaniel had installed swings for their twin girls in the doorway of the living room, and Autumn would lean out of the swing in order to whack herself on the posts. They would carefully snuggle her back in, secure her, and pad the posts with pillows, but she continued to bang. Sometimes she banged with such … [Read more...] about Raising Disabled Children in an Unequal America
Video Chats and Screen Time with Toddlers
The holidays may be over, but the gifted gadgets are here to stay. Parents who are concerned about recent media coverage of screen time for children 3 and younger can find help from ZERO TO THREE's latest parent resources. The early childhood development nonprofit recently released a detailed report, Screen Sense, which provides evidence-based guidelines, including a summary of … [Read more...] about Video Chats and Screen Time with Toddlers
Are Dental Amalgams Safe During Pregnancy?
Two new studies associate dental amalgam fillings with pregnancy risks and confirm that action is urgently needed to protect babies from the known risks of mercury, according to the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). A growing number of countries have taken measures to prevent the placement of dental amalgam "silver" fillings in women and children … [Read more...] about Are Dental Amalgams Safe During Pregnancy?
Simple Ideas For Home Healthcare
When our children are sick, they are often not sick enough to require a doctor’s visit, but nonetheless would benefit from something to soothe their discomfort. As a mother of four, over time I developed a repertoire of foods, vitamins, herbs, homeopathics and other safe and natural remedies that I could give my children at home. Here are some ways to naturally soothe your c … [Read more...] about Simple Ideas For Home Healthcare
How To Help Asylum Families
We all feel heartsick about the family separations happening to asylum seekers at the US border with Mexico. Despite a June court order that all children be reunited with their parents by the end of July, hundreds of families remain separated. Recently, two immigrant children died in US custody and alarming videos of detained children being physically abused were aired on … [Read more...] about How To Help Asylum Families
Easy Homemade Drain Cleaner That Works
I’ve been making my own cleaners lately and they’re simple recipes made from vegetarian ingredients that you already have in your kitchen. I scent my Drain Cleaner with high quality, pure essential oils which make everything smell better. (Pure lemon oil is also a great astringent, which makes it a nice addition to cleaning products.) 3 INGREDIENT DRAIN CLEANER Baking s … [Read more...] about Easy Homemade Drain Cleaner That Works
What is Natural Breastfeeding?
I admit that I've been prejudiced in favor of the cradle carry for breastfeeding. It's what worked for me so I naturally think it is "right." I don't like the cross cradle or other "carries" because they seem too complicated. And, when I see mothers today breastfeeding with their babies positioned straight onto their breasts I think they're doing it wrong. But, it is I who h … [Read more...] about What is Natural Breastfeeding?
Helpful Tips For Your Colicky Baby
If you are wondering if your baby has colic, he probably does not. When you have a colicky baby, you know it. A colicky baby is one who cries more than three hours a day, usually in the evening hours, at least three days a week. The colicky baby cries intensely and appears in agony. He may have a flushed face, and a rigid, distended abdomen. He cries with legs drawn up and … [Read more...] about Helpful Tips For Your Colicky Baby