When together, my husband and I have always been treated differently. Even in the diverse metropolitan city of New York. My husband, a Bronxite of Puerto rican and Cuban descent looks a bit different from me. Sometimes he is mistaken for Middle Eastern. A few years ago, after landing in Puerto Rico...
Read MoreThere are plenty of good reasons why parents decide to give their children pocket money. For lots of parents it’s a bargaining tool for getting children to help with the daily chores. But why should kids get financial remuneration for household chores when...
Read MoreAs a parent, when you are researching a trampoline for your kids, your first consideration is going to be safety. That means first and foremost you will want to find out about the safest trampoline available in...
Read MorePerhaps you have a special occasion coming up with the love of your life. Maybe it’s an anniversary, birthday, holiday or just because you care. No matter the celebration, expressing your love for someone special by spending time with them is what counts the most...
Read MoreNothing is more frustrating than trying to keep your house clean when your kids are working against you. And young kids can be messy! However, young kids can also be trained. You have an opportunity, right now, to help build the lifelong habits that will help your kids live a tidy lifestyle from the beginning.
Read MoreIn theory, baby wearing seems like such a simple, natural thing. In practice, the art of wrapping a baby to one's chest is more a complicated science – one that most new parents have trouble mastering...
Read MoreMost of the things we do to help us look and feel our best take a great deal of effort. We spend hours “sweating it out” at the gym. We spend time and money...
Read MoreDrinking coffee has long been associated with a multitude of health benefits, but it looks like we can now add another one to the list.
Read MoreAs parents, one of your obligations is going to be to throw your children birthday parties. These are sacred when you’re a child, so try to make the occasion memorable for your kids...
Read MoreEarth day is quickly approaching, and not only that, but the holiday is also nearing its 50th anniversary! This is a day for everyone to come together and do one small thing to make a big difference...
Read MoreKids have good reason to be excited about Easter: It's a holiday devoted to finding hidden treasures and an excuse to feast on sweets...
Read MoreWhen you think you’re ready to start trying for your first baby, it can be a wonderful time. There will be excitement at the possibility of conception, and you...
Read MoreWhen I was in medical school more than 32 years ago, the incidence of autism was 1 in 10,000. Today, the incidence has climbed to less than 1 in 50, according to CDC statistics...
Read MoreIs stepping onto the scale part of your morning routine? How about post-workout? Before bed? All of the above? For some of us, weighing ourselves is a reassuring...
Read MoreHaving a new baby for the first time is super exciting, but it is also nerve-wracking. Most new parents haven’t even held a baby before...
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again, folks. When we turn to the one we love and shower them with affection, warmth and love. When we take time to plan something they will really enjoy...
Read MoreIt's always a good time for chocolate cake. You don't need to wait for a holiday or birthday to have an excuse to bake one up. Chocolate cake has the...
Read MoreSometimes, the root of our body odor has nothing to do with the last time you took a shower or slapped on some deodorant—there are plenty of medical reasons you might stink...
Read MoreRead the featured article from our ELT! Magazine Winter 2015 Issue, and get the down low of Essential Oils from our expert senior contributor Jillian Kinsman-Barrett...
Read MoreIf you go to bed late and the house is a mess, the dishes are piled in the sink, you’re way behind on laundry, you don’t have food for breakfast or lunches the next day...
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