A shocking percentage of youngsters suffer from being overweight and obese in today's society. There are many different opinions and predictions as to why the problem has been increasing over the past few decades, but no one really has the answer.Even some families that do not have a genetic history of obesity are noticing their children suffering through problems with their weight. Not only are these kids more likely to be less active as...more
Breakthrough Study Links Childhood Diabetes to a Common Virus Italian researchers have made an exciting discovery suggesting a common virus may lead to Type 1 diabetes in children. Studying 112 diabetic children aged two to six, they found evidence of enterovirus pancreatic infection in 83% of them, compared to just 7% in healthy children.Enterovirus is the second-most common virus in North America next to the common cold. It's a...more
The Curious Craze of Calling Cards for Children At first it seems like a preposterous notion. Whatever happened to the days when you bumped in to little Johnny's mum or Gran at the school gates and she happily agreed that your grandchild could bring Johnny round to yours for tea anytime he fancied, while she meantime reminded the child to mind his manners when he was about it?Gone, baby gone...These days kids come with their own calling cards. Prick up your ears now granny if you want to stick in with the A list 'cos these kiddie play date cards are about to be all the rage - yes even down your way.When I was a child, the neighbourhood kids all played out together all day, outside and inside the various homes of different children and their relatives. Everyone knew all of the other children; in fact as there was less migration for work in those far off times, most people were at least distantly related in some way.But now the little visitors that your grandchildren bring to your home could come from across town and have working mums who are way off the scene. They may also not just be popping around for tea after school but sticking around for a sleepover party...more
A Pokey "Ex" Could End Up in The "Pokey" If They Refuse To Bring Your Kids Back On Time Last week's column outlined what to do if your "ex" doesn't return your children at the time identified in your court order. In many cases, these delays are neither intentional nor malicious, but the product of poor time...more
The V Reader Animated Book – Will It Help Your Kids' Reading Ability? The V Reader Animated Book or e-Book is a toy that allows interactive fun learning for kids aged 3 to 7 years and encourages their imaginations while they learn to read and add to their vocabulary.First up don't worry about this toy breaking, as it's been...more
Ways to control Child Obesity Through Proper Diet Proper nutrition is important for desired growth and development of child's body and mind. At the same time certain amount of physical activity is also essential. But now children are more inclined towards junk foods which they find more tasty. The new computer and video games attract them more than the outdoor games. As a result of which they burn less calories sitting at one place and the extra fat gets deposited in their body making the obese. Apart from this complex interaction of genes, lifestyle, and environmental factors can also be the cause of obesity. It is important to consult proper health guide in order to bring it under control.Research shows that the obesity is increasing in number amongst the children day by day. It has become so common that it can now be considered as an epidemic. In the last ten years the obesity level has become double amongst the children of age 9-12 and it has become triple amongst the teenagers. The main cause of this is unhealthy diet in the form of street and junk foods, soft drinks, candies etc. Children suffering from obesity generally weights more than the average weight of...more
Biggest Selling Toys This Xmas With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is helpful for every parent or individual planning on shopping for children, to know which toys are popular this year. That said, the hottest toys of the season are...more
Moving can be a tremendous task and very stressful on its own. It can be even more stressful if you have to worry about your children and how they will make the transition between your old town and the new.It is very important to consider your...more
Parents and teachers, alike, are usually trying to find ways to keep children occupied. Though television and movies can be educational, it is best to try and vary youngster's activities and keep them moving and using their minds for creativity...more
Kids pretend play is very important, especially in the early years of their development. Pretend play offers many different advantages and benefits to your child. One of them is that it sparks their imaginations. Whether it is playing with doll...more
When to Conceive a Boy Baby: The Optimal Time To Get Pregnant With A Son If you've found this article, I have to assume that you are trying to have a son and you already suspect that you should have intercourse during a specific time in...more
Street Children of Dhaka, Capital of Bangladesh Almost two and half century has passed since founding of Dhaka City by Shaesta Khan at 1760 AD. The pleasant and charming garden city of Mughal era has lost its character over the centuries and...more