Summer is a time for grilling up delicious hamburgers in the backyard with friends and family members. However, if you're looking to instill better eating habits in your little ones, you may be trying to avoid the usual greasy, fatty barbecue choices. Here are some tasty alternative foods to consider this summer grill season.Turkey or salmon burgers Red meat isn't … [Read more...] about Healthy BBQ options for kids
Archives for June 2013
Stranger danger: Keeping your kids safe in public
Between playing with friends, going to school, participating in extracurricular activities and hanging out in the neighborhood, there are plenty of situations where your children will come into contact with strangers. While the majority of people in your community likely pose no danger to your little ones, it's important to teach your kids how to handle themselves should a … [Read more...] about Stranger danger: Keeping your kids safe in public
Movie Review: ‘After Earth’
Rated: PG-13Running Time: 1 hour, 40 minutesRelease Date: May 31, 2013Child-friendly? "After Earth" has the combined chemistry of father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith on board, so kids are sure to flock to this sci-fi epic in droves. Despite the futuristic thrills and spooky near-alien life-forms inhabiting a devastated Earth in this flick, "After Earth" … [Read more...] about Movie Review: ‘After Earth’
Don’t get swept away! Ocean safety tips for kids
Heading to the beach with the family is a time-honored summer tradition filled with sand castles, volleyball games, ice cream and plenty of lounging in the sun. While swimming in the ocean can certainly be fun, the sea is not without its share of dangers. Keep these ocean safety tips in mind when planning a trip to the beach this summer.Keep everyone in sight Kids have a … [Read more...] about Don’t get swept away! Ocean safety tips for kids