A lot of changes occur during a person’s adolescent years, and while some parents dread the time that their young kids will grow up and start making decisions on their own, a parent’s role is never done. Adolescents need the guidance of parents and good role models to develop into healthy adults. … [Read more...] about The Adolescent Brain: Cognitive Development and Your Teen
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Quality and Fashionable Sunglasses from Aloha Eyes
By now...we've all heard how important it is to protect our eyes from the harmful effects of the sun. While many people only reach for their sunglasses during the Spring and Summer months, I'm the type of person who wears mine year-round. When I go out to purchase a new pair of sunglasses, the … [Read more...] about Quality and Fashionable Sunglasses from Aloha Eyes
Experience Aromatherapy at Home with GuruNanda Essential Oils
I’ve heard a lot about essential oils over the last year or so and have been wondering what all of the buzz is about. I recently had the opportunity to try out GuruNanda products including the Essential Oil blends, and the GuruNanda Ultrasonic Diffuser and I’m excited to share my thoughts with you … [Read more...] about Experience Aromatherapy at Home with GuruNanda Essential Oils
Salonpas – Pain Relief Patches, Sprays and Gels
How many of you suffer with some type of chronic pain or even an acute pain that seems to come and go? I know that I'm a chronic pain sufferer just like many people that I know. For me personally, I suffer with a rare genetic disease called Porphyria. It causes me pain from head-to-toe. Sometimes … [Read more...] about Salonpas – Pain Relief Patches, Sprays and Gels
How to Keep Back and Neck Pains Under Control
There are so many people who suffer from back and neck pains. It is like the order of the day for them. They just cannot go to sleep or even sit down because of the pain. This is particularly so when it comes to the back pains. Back pain can make your life a living hell. The thing with back pain is … [Read more...] about How to Keep Back and Neck Pains Under Control
Mommys BLISS Safe and Natural Probiotic Drops
My son just turned 6 months old and has had several infections in his first year of life. These infections range from ear infections to upper respiratory infections and as a mother, I hate seeing my child suffer with them. I knew I had to do something to help boost his immune system and do so, … [Read more...] about Mommys BLISS Safe and Natural Probiotic Drops
Zika Virus and Pregnancy: What are the Prevention Measures and Warning Signs
First and foremost, congratulations on your pregnancy. As you start this journey of carrying a fetus to term and being able to hold your bundle of joy in your arms in a matter of months, it is important that you protect your growing baby at all costs. One of the saddest but true facts is that Zika … [Read more...] about Zika Virus and Pregnancy: What are the Prevention Measures and Warning Signs
Braces and Your Child: Smart Pointers for Panicky Parents
When most parents hear that their child will need braces, a flurry of questions arise, like: • Will they hurt my child? • How much will they cost? • Will they be difficult to clean and maintain? • How long will they need to wear them? Understandable. All of those questions have merit. But, … [Read more...] about Braces and Your Child: Smart Pointers for Panicky Parents