Skip to main content

Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers

Healthy Kids

Last Updated: Apr 30, 2018 08:41AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Eye Contact Syncs Baby and Adult Brainwaves: Supports Early Learning and Communication Skills

Apr 30, 2018 08:41AM

When an adult looks into the eyes of a baby, a synchronization of brain waves occurs that supports early learning and communication skills, say Cambridge University researchers.

Read More »
Acetaminophen Linked to Delayed Language Skills: Pain Reliever Impacts Child's Development

Apr 30, 2018 08:41AM

Swedish moms that took acetaminophen during pregnancy gave birth to girls which 30 months later showed slower ability in acquiring language skills.

Read More »
Kid Talk: How to Communicate with a Child

Apr 30, 2018 08:17AM ● By Amber Lanier Nagle

Consistency, honesty, flexibility and availability are all key in communicating deeply with our children.

Read More »
Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers
High-Fat Diet Risks Multiple Sclerosis Relapse: Increasing Veggies Cuts Risk

Mar 30, 2018 09:17AM

Eating a high-fat diet increases the risk of multiple sclerosis relapse in children by as much as 56 percent, while each additional cup of weekly vegetables cuts the risk by 50 percent.

Read More »
Into the Woods: Nature Helps Kids Build Skills and Character

Mar 30, 2018 09:17AM ● By April Thompson

Nature immersion programs help kids to navigate through woodlands and listen to their quiet inner voice.

Read More »
Teen Marijuana Use Fosters Depression: Impact on Mental Health

Mar 01, 2018 04:32PM

Teens using marijuana have a higher risk of depression as young adults, and depressed young teens are more likely to be using marijuana by age 18.

Read More »
Upbeat Kids: Five Steps to Positivity

Feb 28, 2018 09:10AM ● By Tamar Chansky

By using wise strategies, we can help a child move past negativity and despair into a fresh, happier point of view.

Read More »
Antidepressants in Pregnancy Linked to Autism: Slightly Higher Risk Involved

Jan 31, 2018 10:04AM

Children born to Swedish mothers that took antidepressants when pregnant had a slightly higher risk of autism compared to mothers with psychiatric conditions not taking the meds.

Read More »
Banishing Body-Image Blues: How Teens Can Learn to Love Their Looks

Jan 31, 2018 09:39AM ● By Amber Lanier Nagle

Young women worldwide don’t feel happy with their bodies, but by monitoring their thoughts, eating well and exercising, they can face the world with confidence.

Read More »
Healthy Weight Kids: Food Choices that Prevent Obesity

Dec 29, 2017 10:10AM ● By Amber Lanier Nagle

With one in six U.S. youngsters classified as obese, it’s important for parents to follow healthy eating strategies to reduce children’s odds of disease now and later.

Read More »
Awake Parenting: Raising Connected, Confident Kids

Nov 30, 2017 02:14PM ● By Judith Fertig

Children are not ours to possess or own, but rather to guide into living fearlessly and authentically.

Read More »
Naps Boost Toddler Talk: Daytime Snoozes Help with Language Development

Nov 30, 2017 01:21PM

Toddlers under age three that took the most daytime naps developed larger vocabularies over time, British researchers found.

Read More »
Books that Kids Will Love: Advice for Parents from Award-Winners

Oct 31, 2017 09:55AM ● By Randy Kambic

Books with strong stories and inspiring characters can entice children away from e-devices, broaden their horizons and encourage their dreams.

Read More »
School Om Work: Kids Calm Themselves with Meditation

Sep 29, 2017 04:18PM ● By April Thompson

Students in forward-thinking school districts are learning through meditation to relax, focus and stay calm in the face of trying conditions.

Read More »
Fast Foodies: Toddlers Routinely Reach for French Fries

Sep 29, 2017 04:18PM

The journal Pediatrics reports that children under the age of 2 are more likely to eat French fries than healthy vegetables on any given day and many eat no veggies at all.

Read More »
Upcoming Events Near You

No Events in the next 10 days.

View All
Add Your Event

The Great Outdoors

Explore The New Issue Now!

Read Now
Subscribe! Free To Your Inbox!
Healthy Dining Guide

 

Follow Us On Facebook!
Natural Awakenings Magazine - Naples and Fort Myers Area