When it comes to birthdays, we all go kind of nuts. In fact, it’s not uncommon for multiple celebrations to take place across multiple days and to have many discussions about presents, party themes…and food. Lots of food. As I share in my new book How to Celebrate Everything, in our house, we don’t celebrate… Read More
I’m one of those parents who likes to plan. You know the type: I buy a big wall calendar every December and take strange pleasure in filling it all up with birthdays, class schedules and my family’s favorite annual events. There are certain New York City celebrations we love so much, my daughter and I… Read More
It takes some time to get to know your newborn better and form an everlasting bond with him/her just like how it takes a while to bond with a new person you meet. So, if you are wondering about how to bond with your baby, don’t worry, it is quite simple! Yes, bonding with a… Read More
There’s a pleasant whiff of Elmer’s glue and hand sanitizer in the air, because it’s back to school week at BonAppetit.com. Every day we’ll be celebrating the good, not-so-good, and artificially-colored snacks of childhood, school cafeterias, and beyond. Snacktime is a battleground. On one end stand the nutritionists waving carrot sticks. On the other, children… Read More
Stress Trigger: Too Little Down Time A hectic life may affect your family’s weight. Studies show that chronic stress can produce too much cortisol, a hormone that can ramp up appetite — and lead to overeating. Stress can also trigger comfort eating. For Relief: Encourage your family to build relaxation into their days. Even 10… Read More
Do It Together Dinner’s over. Instead of heading for the TV room, make a beeline for the door. Go for a walk. Keep the conversation light. This is not the time to go over your child’s grades or chores. If it’s fun for everyone, you’ll all want to keep doing it. Aim for an Hour… Read More
What Is It? Does your child find it hard to focus? Kids with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) are fidgety and easily distracted. This makes it tough to stay “on task,” whether it’s listening to a teacher or finishing a chore. Can’t Pay Attention It’s one of the main symptoms of ADHD. Your child may… Read More
Teaching kids to eat well can be tricky. You don’t want to give them more facts than they can grasp or turn every meal into a lecture. But wait too long and they could pick up unhealthy habits in the meantime. “Kids need to know that every food they put into their bodies affects them,”… Read More
You know why exercise is important for your family: It can lower heart risks, control weight, and help kids do better in school. And it lets kids burn off some energy. Plus, family activities and fitness at an early age can go a long way toward helping children form healthy habits for life. But don’t… Read More
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While some researchers have begun to question that claim, there is recent scientific evidence that reveals why breakfast just may be the “must-have” meal of the day. Studies have found that skipping your morning meal may be linked to increased risk of… Read More
