Everyone likes to talk about the joys of becoming a mother. You often hear about the blessing in bringing a child into the world and the privilege and honor of raising them into outstanding citizens. It’s true that becoming a parent is a gift and the journey of being there and watching your child grow from birth to adulthood (and beyond) is one worth cherishing. Be that as it may, motherhood is hard. It often takes a lot of sacrifices to be the … [Read more...]

Thumb sucking is a common habit that children develop (even in the womb). Sucking their thumb is essentially a way to pacify feelings of anxiety or stress as it provides them with comfort. Though thumb sucking may not have been something you were worried about when they were infants, now that they’re older and have more teeth coming in, you want to nip this habit in the bud before it causes a problem. The question most moms have is, “How in … [Read more...]

Does your son have a passion for the outdoors? In our ever-increasing digital world, it’s not as common as it once was for children to play outside for hours, climb trees and get muddy. So, when their birthday comes around, finding the right gift for your little one isn’t always as easy as it should be – if you need some gift ideas, check out wicked uncle gifts for boys for some inspiration.   However, if your son loves nothing more than … [Read more...]

When it comes to how we take care of ourselves, especially through medication, people have a lot of choices nowadays. Even without a prescription, we have access to hundreds of choices of over-the-counter medications designed to treat all kinds of symptoms related to allergies, colds, flu, digestive troubles, and more. However, people sometimes assume that just because a medication is OTC, it comes with no risk. That’s not true at all and we need … [Read more...]

In the US today, obesity is rising, with over a third of the population being categorized as overweight. Children are at risk of this, which can lead to many severe problems later on down the track. It is essential to be aware of the dangers of childhood obesity and the impact it can have on our children. If you want to learn more about childhood obesity, please keep reading.   When we think of obesity, the most common causes for children … [Read more...]

Undoubtedly, there is a lot of controversy surrounding the use of CBD. While the manufacturers, sellers and some health experts praise the cannabidiol compound for its numerous health benefits, others raise concerns that some other ingredients in CBD-containing substances can have adverse health effects on your body. For instance, some marijuana vaping liquid in Utah was found to contain harmful amounts of 5-fluoro MDMB-PINACA, which … [Read more...]

Mental health, good, bad, or somewhere in between, we all have it. In fact, in many cases, it is like a muscle, one that, if you work, will get stronger each day. Of course, when you are feeling tired, down, or vulnerable, working on your mental health can feel anything but easy. The good news is that there are some strategies you can use, no matter how you are feeling. Read on to find out what they are.  Eat well We have all heard the … [Read more...]

Complete recovery is only possible when you are fully comfortable with who you are. This requires more than changing your eating habits. You also need to learn to cope with unpleasant emotions, identify feelings, recognize triggers, and accept yourself at each stage. Fortunately, you don't need to complete these tasks alone. As you reach out to available resources, you'll have more success in overcoming obstacles and reaching full … [Read more...]