National Child Abuse Prevention Month takes place every April in the USA. National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. During the month of April and throughout the year, communities are encouraged to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness strategies and activities and promote … [Read more...]
13 Cute Easter Self Care Thoughts to Live By
April 1, 2024 by
Here are 13 tips for selfcare during Easter Season: ~ Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ~ Everyone needs a friend who is all ears. ~ There’s no such thing as too much candy. ~ All work and no play can make you a basket case. ~ A cute tail attracts a lot of attention. ~ Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day. ~ Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits. ~ Some body parts should be floppy. ~ Keep your paws off of other people’s jelly beans. ~ Good things come in small, sugar … [Read more...]
NEC Baby Formula Lawsuits: Will 2024 be Year of Settlements?
March 16, 2024 by
For a significant part of human history, babies were fed their mother’s milk. In cases where this was not possible, society relied on the practice of hiring a wet nurse. Wet nursing dates back to 2000 B.C. However, it became highly popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These nurses were primarily hired by upper-class families (because breastfeeding was considered to be unfashionable). Today, mothers have various valid reasons for not choosing the breastfeeding route. The … [Read more...]
Tips for Women’s Winter Health
January 17, 2024 by
Yes, it might be the season for parties, making merry and cozy nights snuggled up in front of the fire, but winter also means you are more prone to colds, tiredness and craving bowls of carb-laden pasta or bakes. As the cold days and long nights roll in, the winter can have major physical and psychological effects on your body. So rather than fighting against the winter season, how about learning to embrace these effects and seasonal stresses, and use them to your advantage, so that you can have … [Read more...]
Surrogacy Treatment: Canada, USA and Ukraine
October 9, 2023 by
Surrogacy, as a highly successful method of Assisted Reproduction Technology, has emerged as a transformative choice for couples seeking Infertility treatment. Let's explore various forms of Surrogacy treatment around the world. From Canada, which is known for its welcoming environment for Infertility treatment, to Ukraine and the USA, both of which have well-regulated frameworks for Surrogacy. Surrogacy in Canada Surrogacy treatment in Canada is characterized by strict legal … [Read more...]
How to Best Prepare Your Finances for An Emergency
April 24, 2022 by
Job loss, a health crisis, car problems, or even a sick pet are all examples of emergencies that may crop up and require you to spend a few hundred or a few thousand dollars. It's best to plan ahead so you know what the alternatives are if the crisis happens. You may have a few options. Create an Emergency Fund Ideally, you already have an emergency fund. This is savings that you can get to easily that usually amounts to about three to six months' worth of your income. If you don't, … [Read more...]
Encouraging Your Kids to Spend More Time Outdoors
April 20, 2022 by
When our children are very young, they love to spend time outside. They play in the mud, kick balls around, and love nothing more than a trip to the playground. They don’t need much to keep them happy outdoors, and if anything, getting them to come back in is the biggest challenge. Then they get a little older and the pull of TV screens, consoles, tablets, and smartphones starts to grow. They spend more and more time inside and as parents, we worry about how much time they spend on screens, … [Read more...]
Maternal Health Education must be Prioritized Globally
February 5, 2022 by
What is Maternal Health Education? The WHO states "Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period." Each stage should be a positive experience, ensuring women and their babies reach their full potential for health and well-being." Although important progress has been made in the last two decades, in 2020, the global maternal mortality ratio was 152 deaths per 100,000 live births; this number is unacceptably high. Every pregnancy and … [Read more...]
Feb 6 – International Day of Zero Tolerance to FGM
February 5, 2022 by
Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation The International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation is observed each year to raise awareness about this practice. Female genital mutilation of any type has been recognized as a harmful practice and violation of the human rights of girls and women. WHO is committed to the elimination of female genital mutilation within a generation and is focusing on advocacy, research and guidance for health professionals and health … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Helping Your Child Get to Sleep
January 18, 2022 by
Despite how much they resist giving into it, sleep is just as essential for growing children as it is for adults. Parents trying to help a child that struggles to sleep or fights it on principal can easily find themselves frustrated and overwhelmed when sleep still doesn’t come for their youngsters. There are, however, a few simple tricks that can help you put your child’s sleep troubles behind you. These 10 tips may be just what you’re looking for, and can have your child sleeping … [Read more...]
Qualities You Will Need to Become a Great School District Leader
January 10, 2022 by
A good school district leader has the potential to impact thousands of lives throughout their career. Education is a vital part of raising healthy, capable young people and the decisions made by senior education professionals ripple out further than can be measured. This is why school district leaders, especially those working within areas of high population density, are such important people. If you possess the following attributes and personality traits, it is worth considering taking the … [Read more...]
Money and Love vs Love of Money: Kids 101
January 9, 2022 by
Teaching children the value of money may be one of the daunting experiences that all parents face as this lesson may reflect the behavior of the parent themselves. For those that manage their funds well and live in abundance, this activity may be a simple exercise in the power of example; but, for those that struggle to make ends meet, this lesson will require some serious creativity. Teaching kids about money is one of the best educational foundations parents can provide. Trips to the … [Read more...]
Children’s Mental Health Matters
January 6, 2022 by
Mental Health Disorders in Children and Youth Mental health in childhood means reaching developmental and emotional milestones, and learning healthy social skills and how to cope when there are problems. The good news is that early diagnosis and treatment lead to better outcomes for children later in life. Mental disorders among children are described as serious changes in the way children typically learn, behave, or handle their emotions, which cause distress and problems getting through … [Read more...]
