I’ve had my fair share of battles at the dinner table. They can be frustrating and stressful especially when your children refuse to eat ANYTHING and complain about EVERYTHING. Below are my TOP 5 Tips for Picky Eaters! Don’t Push– I know it’s so hard to stay neutral when it comes to your child eating … Read more
You already give your kiddos baths right? Why not make them super beneficial to their health?! Landen enjoys his detox baths mainly because it means he gets to play in the water longer. As much as I try to reduce the amount of preservatives, chemicals, metals, etc in our environment, some are just inevitable. Our … Read more
With the start of school and fall season approaching, it’s a good idea to have some cold and flu fighting remedies at hand. This way you can start treating your children as soon as symptoms present themselves. Below are my favorite natural cold/flu remedies for children: (links listed in comments!) **Disclaimer: I don’t use ALL … Read more
Why are probiotics so important? Did you know that 80% of your child’s immune system resides in their gut? This means that the balance of gastrointestinal flora plays a huge role in immune function! A newborn’s gut lining is permeable meaning that it can allow foreign material to enter the bloodstream. Probiotics help protect the … Read more
Miralax is a laxative that is meant for adults who experience occasional constipation. However, many pediatricians recommend it for children even though there are no studies proving its safety for this age group. What is Miralax? The active ingredient in MiraLAX is Polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG 3350). This ingredient is made by stringing together molecules … Read more
Before my studies, I assumed that depression and anxiety were adult disorders. After all, what would a child or teenager have to be so distraught about? I was so wrong. Just this last week in my practice, I met two young adults (18 and 10 years old) who are both battling depression and anxiety daily. … Read more
Thrivekin 5 Super Benefits of Probiotics for Kids 2/17/18 Your child already thinks they are a superhero, so help them feel like one too! Did you know that 80% of your child’s immune system resides in their gut? This means that the balance of gastrointestinal flora plays a huge role in immune function! A newborn’s … Read more
Did you know that ear infections are the MOST misdiagnosed and over treated childhood illness? Earaches can be painful for your child and very scary for you as the parent. Rest assured that the many ear infections will resolve on their own. Conventional Treatment Antibiotics are the most common prescription written for ear infections; however, … Read more