As parents we spend most of our waking (and sleeping) time worrying
about our children. When I became a parent for the first time nearly 4
years ago, I learned something my parents never really mentioned to me
growing up – I will spend the rest of my life a “worry wart” when it
comes to my kids.
Now, mind you, it is not a crippling worriedness. It is simply a constant, in-the-back-of-my-mind kind of worry. Are my kids healthy? Are they safe? Am I giving them enough rules? Should I be more lenient? The list goes on and on. If you have children, you know what I am talking about.
Every parent wants to do the best that they can for their children. The old adage, “I want to give my kids a better life than I had,” is true for many – even if we had great childhoods ourselves.
Our edition this month focuses on Children’s Health with a few articles on ways to help ensure for your child a healthier life. In some cases, the advice may apply directly to our own health as adults, too!
First, Dr. Leatherwood, a pediatrician at Henry Ford Hospital, discusses helpful ways to transition from summer vacation to school mode. No more late nights and unhealthy snacks; it’s time to get serious and back into that education mindset. Her article begins on page 6.
We all know childhood obesity is a growing concern, and we have two features that address issues pertaining to this topic. The first, by Heidi Press, discusses a family’s commitment to losing weight through a weight loss program offered at St. Joseph’s Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac. See what prompted their decision and how their lives are changing for the better, starting on page 11.
Also, staff writer Heather Ashare talks with Dr. Yassir from Children’s Hospital in Detroit on how overweight children can begin having musculoskeletal and joint problems at an early age. This important and informative article is on page 13.
Ever wonder what your children are saying when texting or instant messaging their friends? Did you know what “ROTFL” meant? Or, how about “PAW” or “BFF”? Well, Jeff Lockwood, our gadget guru, gives you the parent’s version of Cliff Notes on how to decipher what your kids are saying in their own code. His humorous, yet informative column appears on page 22.
As always, thank you again for picking us up. And may you, and your children, live healthy lives!
Now, mind you, it is not a crippling worriedness. It is simply a constant, in-the-back-of-my-mind kind of worry. Are my kids healthy? Are they safe? Am I giving them enough rules? Should I be more lenient? The list goes on and on. If you have children, you know what I am talking about.
Every parent wants to do the best that they can for their children. The old adage, “I want to give my kids a better life than I had,” is true for many – even if we had great childhoods ourselves.
Our edition this month focuses on Children’s Health with a few articles on ways to help ensure for your child a healthier life. In some cases, the advice may apply directly to our own health as adults, too!
First, Dr. Leatherwood, a pediatrician at Henry Ford Hospital, discusses helpful ways to transition from summer vacation to school mode. No more late nights and unhealthy snacks; it’s time to get serious and back into that education mindset. Her article begins on page 6.
We all know childhood obesity is a growing concern, and we have two features that address issues pertaining to this topic. The first, by Heidi Press, discusses a family’s commitment to losing weight through a weight loss program offered at St. Joseph’s Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac. See what prompted their decision and how their lives are changing for the better, starting on page 11.
Also, staff writer Heather Ashare talks with Dr. Yassir from Children’s Hospital in Detroit on how overweight children can begin having musculoskeletal and joint problems at an early age. This important and informative article is on page 13.
Ever wonder what your children are saying when texting or instant messaging their friends? Did you know what “ROTFL” meant? Or, how about “PAW” or “BFF”? Well, Jeff Lockwood, our gadget guru, gives you the parent’s version of Cliff Notes on how to decipher what your kids are saying in their own code. His humorous, yet informative column appears on page 22.
As always, thank you again for picking us up. And may you, and your children, live healthy lives!
