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The health effects of being overweight or obese are well documented. Extra pounds add extra risk for diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers, even among children. But new research also documents significant social and economic consequences of being overweight since high sch... ...More

As technology advances, children are turning to online networking as a way to stay in touch with their peers. To children, sites such as Facebook and Twitter seem harmless but to parents these sites are a source of great concern. The vastly evolving world of computer networking... ...More

 Friend -- When you hear about the new health reform law these days, too much talk is focused on the political.What I've found is that most Americans just want to know how this new law helps their families stay healthy -- and how it reduces their costs.The first thing I tell... ...More

  The importance and appreciation of fatherhood often go unnoticed. The presence of active fathers in the lives of their children is so significant, that like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day cannot capture its worth.  Unfortunately, the number of men who actively parent their... ...More

  “To whom much is given, much is required.”  This quote is often used as a reference to encourage service and giving. However, we must define for ourselves and our children how as a family we will fulfill the mandates of this directive.  Having “much” should not on... ...More

No parent sets out to raise or create a bully. The parents that find out this harsh reality often don’t know how to deal with this difficult personality trait in their child. Whether you learn it as a result of your own observations or it is brought to your attention by a fel... ...More