The Right Dose

Struggling in the morning with kids is tough-here are some great tips on getting organized!

Today we talk about what 'Carbon Footprint' means and what you can do to help reduce yours!

Routine is everything! And when it comes to homework time, you may find yourself with a problem. Even starting out with 'quiet time' every night for independent reading will help when it comes to studies. It's never too late to start good study habits! Plus things you can look for that may causing your child to have difficulty in school.

It's back to school time and school supplies may be at the top of your list, but preparing your child for those first days back may be challenging after our Covid year. Practicing certain tasks is an essential part of a successful day; making sure your child can zip their coat, tie their shoes, and even opening their own lunch packaging can help make their day a good day!

We're still finding ourselves in somewhat uncertain times. With Back To School time here; parents are faced with making more decisions than in years past. Dr. Standing explains the importance of vaccines and younger people wearing their masks in the classroom.

Dr. Bolinger talks about gun safety and the steps you can take to educate your children about them including a great youtube video!

Having your children sleep through then night is an important part of their growth and a great help in keeping your sanity. Dr. Standing has some great advice on how to sleep train from infant to toddler.

Parenting is hard. Even if friends on social media make it look easy; it's not for the weak. Dr. Standing introduces us to Dr. Becky and her blog/podcast so you can find some parenting options and not make you feel bad for turning down those invites you know are going to be the beginning of a meltdown.

One day you're kissing boo-boos and playing at the park; you blink and the next thing you know you're in the company of a teenager. And at that point you might be thinking to yourself a tough conversation is about to be had. Dr. Bolinger has some great tips on how to have that conversation and if you need some help-she's got it! There are several options available for birth control. And a great way to start that conversation.

Fun in the sun also means you need reliable protection for the sun's harmful rays. Dr. Standing gives us some great tips on how to choose the right sunscreen for your family and which ingredients you should be watching out for.