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Too Many Treats? | Healthy Moms

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:53:22 -0800

Let me share some frightening statistics from the International Journal of Pediatric Obesity (a problem so large that it has its own Journal!)

* Childhood obesity is the greatest health risk our kids face today
* By the year 2010 (that's next year) it is expected that 50% of all children will be overweight
* This is the first generation where kids have a lower life expectancy than their parents

We're spending billions of dollars on healthcare and our kids are unhealthier than ever. What's going on here?

Happy Halloween | Healthy Moms

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:35:11 -0700

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS FOR KIDS

Anytime a child has an accident, it's tragic. The last thing that you want to happen is for your child to be hurt on a holiday, it would forever live in the minds of the child and the family.

There are many ways to keep your child safe at Halloween, when they are more prone to accidents and injuries. The excitement of children and adults at this time of year sometimes makes them forget to be careful. Simple common sense can do a lot to stop any tragedies from happening.

House Rules Completed | Healthy Moms

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:30:16 -0700

I had gotten caught up in life . . . in chaos . . . in petty details . . . in breaking up minor scuffles between the boys. I found myself screaming instead of remaining calm.

I got convicted. I want my children to have self-control, yet I raise my voice, throw things, and slam doors?

I would find myself praying with the kiddos . . . imploring them to ask God for help to control their behavior. Yet, I acted like a 2 year old. My behavior was only teaching them that if God couldn't help me act like and adult, how on earth could He help them share a toy?

Participants in Clinical Research Projects are in High Demand | Healthy Moms

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:25:47 -0700

Many Americans don't know much about clinical research or how it benefits in the fight against major disease. Participants in clinical research projects are needed to help conquer diseases like cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, heart disease and stroke.

Have You Visited Us on the Blog Frog? | Healthy Moms

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:57:07 -0700

The Blog Frog is a hot new social media site for bloggers and blog readers. Healthy Moms is proud to be a part of this popular growing community. Haven't heard of the Blog Frog yet? Here's what they have to say on their website,

TheBlogFrog brings social features like you would find on other social networks (like Facebook) to Blogs!

Ready, Set, Slow | Healthy Moms

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:47:39 -0700

When it comes to lasting weight loss, slow and steady wins the race.

Although many people take on the latest diet program, quick fix or promise of immediate results, most only find themselves right back where they started in a relatively short period of time. In fact, most people who take drastic measures to lose weight not only gain back what they lost, but gain even more leaving them more discouraged and frustrated with each attempt.

Control Your Sugar Intake | Healthy Moms

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:40:42 -0700

With Halloween and other holidays on the horizon, I want to be sure to control my own sugar intake.

How about you? What are your eating habits when it comes to sugar? Do you read labels? Do you realize how much sugar is actually in items that we don't consider "sweet"?

How to Choose the Right Breast Pump | Healthy Moms

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:19:10 -0700

There are several breast pumps on the market today. Choosing the right one may be confusing. Some women know how to manually express breast milk by hand and may not need a breast pump. Although, a lot of women find it easier to use a breast pump for milk storage. Having a breast pump also helps if you are a working mother and you need to pump several times a day. If you are planning on staying home with your baby until after he is weened a simple manual pump may work fine. If you are planning on returning to work you might want to invest in an electric pump.

A Chat with Bob Harper | Healthy Moms

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:14:01 -0700

lead trainers on The Biggest Loser TV show. When Bob first began his career in personal training, he had no idea it would take off in such a huge way. Although Bob is a big TV star now, he really seems down to earth and was extremely open and honest during our phone chat.

Household Insecticides May Be Linked to Autoimmune Diseases | Healthy Moms

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:04:36 -0700

MONDAY, Oct. 19 (HealthDay News) -- New research suggests a link between women's exposure to household insecticides -- including roach and mosquito killers -- and the autoimmune disorders rheumatoid arthritis
and lupus.