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Tips for Raising Boys
As the saying goes, “boys will be boys.” Parents of boys know that raising a boy can have its challenges and is certainly different then raising a girl. Take a moment to read our tips for raising a happy, healthy boy. You’ll be glad you did. Tips for Raising Boys: Give him space to play. Boys have a tendency to be more rowdy and active than girls. Just make sure you provide your boys with productive ways to channel their …
Skin Cancer Prevention Tips
Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers and accounts for nearly half of all cancers in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is the most preventable type of skin cancer. Living in Florida, it can be almost impossible to avoid sun exposure completely, but there are steps you can take to protect your family’s skin from the sun. Tips to prevent skin cancer: Avoid sun exposure between the hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. when the sun …
School Tips
Are you ready? …School Tips It should come as no surprise that success — or failure — at school starts at home. Studies have linked poor academic performance to factors such as a lack of sleep, poor nutrition, obesity, and a lack of parental support. Making the First Day Easier Remind your child that she is not the only student who is a bit uneasy about the first day of school. Teachers know that students are anxious and will make …
Sun Safety
Summer is finally here and we will all be spending more time outdoors, thus our sun exposure will increase. The skin is our body’s largest organ and can easily be damaged if safety measures are not taken. It is extremely important that proper precautions are used for the prevention of sunburns now and skin cancer later in life. This article will address sun safety recommendations and the damages that the sun can cause if safety measures are not taken. Understanding …