Sep 20, 2019 | Behavioral & Developmental, Education, Family Life, Health & Fitness, Teen Issues
By Expect More Arizona Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school...
Jul 29, 2019 | Back Talk, Family Life, Health & Fitness, Trending
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. In my family, mornings used to be really stressful, with everyone running around like chickens with their heads off as we rushed to get ready and out the door. Things have changed. Through trial and error, and conversations with other parents,...
Jul 29, 2019 | After School Fun, Health & Fitness, Medical, Parents Ask
Q: I know that nutrition is an important key to succeeding in sports. What are good pre-game and post-game snacks for kids? Also, is water enough for hydration or are sports drinks more effective? If your child is between three and six years old and just getting...
May 29, 2019 | Health & Fitness, Parents Ask
Q: Why is drinking water so important, especially during the summertime, and how much should we have? How can I encourage my family to drink more water? A: The human body is made up of 72% water. Water also composes 75% of your brain, 83% of your blood, 22% of your...
Mar 28, 2019 | Family Life, Health & Fitness
By Alexa Bigwarfe Summer is just around the corner and many of us are preparing for pool season. It can be difficult to get back into a routine, especially as a busy parent when it is often difficult to find the time to fit an exercise routine into your life. However,...
Mar 28, 2019 | Behavioral & Developmental, Family Life, Health & Fitness
By Dan Williams PT, CSCS, BCN Parents are often concerned that their child is spending too much time on their iPad, iPhone or other electronic device and wonder if screen time affects their brain development and maturation. Parents also wonder if it is addicting...
