Family

Can early food attitudes stem from personality? Most toddlers go through bouts of picky eating. However, is it possible that infants who are a little more inhibited could also reject new food experiences? So are their reactions to new foods…

Knowing the health risks that run in your family is one of the most crucial things that you can do to help your doctor understand and diagnose potential genetically-linked health issues of your family member. When it comes to certain…

If you work from home and have a family, it can be hard to juggle the two. From answering a client’s phone while your toddler is babbling in the background to dealing with interruptions from family members when you’re trying to work, there…

In today’s recession, it may seem that work always has to take priority. A job is something to be prized and to be held onto at all costs. The corporate world can start to swallow up your family life and this can lead to problems with your…

Losing a child can cause deep grief and sorrow. It gets very difficult for most of the parents to get back to their normal life, post a shocking death, especially of an infant. It is indeed the most devastating experience of your life and…

As the winters arrive, many people get busy packing and booking tickets as it’s the time where all friends and family get together to celebrate the holiday season. You wait for the entire year to go back home to your near and dear ones, to…

According to a recent study led by Assistant Professor Feng Lei from the Department of Psychological Medicine at National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, a daily cup of tea can keep dementia away of the…

If you have a child with autism, you'll understand the importance of a proactive approach when it comes to learning about the condition. Your child will be able to cope with their condition far better if you work closely with others…

If you are planning to buy a cellphone for your children, here are a few things that you need to consider... Are they responsible enough? When are your children ready for a cellphone? There’s much discussion on the right age to give…

Is your pet dog or cat overweight? Unfortunately, pet obesity awareness is not high in many people. Your pet’s obesity and the consequent health issues become that much more difficult to combat because owners are mistaken about their pet’s…

With wages stagnating and prices rising, many people are looking to make savings. One area where you can economise is your weekly grocery shopping. Here are four top tips to help you save money: Shop around It’s undoubtedly convenient to…

Thankfully, the old stereotypes of only children being lonely, bored and spoilt are beginning to disappear. Today, in many cultures, having an only child is more common as both parents are more likely to work and families may not have the…

The California Rim fire is still raging around Yosemite National Park in California, and everyone who has heard about it shares health and environmental wellness concerns for those in the area. However, anthropologist and Care2.com writer…

There are no downsides to trying to reduce waste and eliminate harmful chemicals from your life. Of course, you can also incorporate some more earth-friendly practices into your pet’s care regimen. Using ingredients that are eco-friendly,…

The old saying, “Never go to sleep on an argument” is a good advice. Resolving quarrels before bedtime helps make your home life harmonious and lets you get a better night’s sleep. But if you always seem to end up quarrelling with your…

If you’re thinking about putting your family on a diet, whether for the purpose of weight loss or then opting for a healthier lifestyle, keeping a food journal can help you reach your goal. Getting started: Start your family journal a…

Depending on the size of your family and the size of your house, there may be times when your children need to share a bedroom. Not every family has the luxury of a bedroom per child and when space is short, it makes sense for children to…

As adults, we know the importance of hand washing. But often, the standards of our fellow family members can slip. And if certain people have become a little slap-dash about their hygiene, it can affect the health of the whole family. Why…

Globally, the use of anabolic steroids by middle-aged men is becoming more widespread, says researcher Julien Baker, an applied physiology professor at the University of the West of Scotland. If your husband, or other men in your family use…

“I’m bored!” - Every parent has heard these words countless times. But, while it can be easy to create what are often meaningless distractions for your child, this isn’t always the best course of action. The capacity to be ‘bored’ is, in…

The average maternal age has increased steadily for the past many years and if one is to go by the latest study on the correlation between a mother’s age and how good she is with the baby, new research from Aarhus University, Denmark, now…

Your home should tell a story of who you are and who and what you love - especially your bedroom. More sleep and more sex? Yes, please! Your bedroom is one of the most important places for your physical and emotional wellbeing. The state of…

Dinnertime gives you a great opportunity to take care of family wellness, but you don’t just have to watch out for their health when you cook. Doing the washing up is such a staple part of everyday life that you don’t much think about it,…

If you fear that the elderly in your family might have falls and suffer from fractures and injuries, the best thing to do would be to encourage them to go for walks. According to a University of Georgia study, which appears in the issue of…

The most common reason that many of us dread nail trims of our pets is that the dog fusses and creates stress around the procedure. But there are consequences if you avoid the trimming and let the nails grow out. When a dog’s toenails…

Bipolar disorder affects family wellness as well as the wellbeing of the individual sufferer. Family therapy could be a way to improve the wellness of all concerned, as it can help to limit the stress that the disorder is placing on…

Living in places with distinct seasons has its pros and cons. We have a great excuse to change up our wardrobe a few times a year but we also need to store all the off-season clothes when we’re not using them. This is where you can get…

Working from home has its advantages: You can work in your pajamas, your longest commute is from your desk to the fridge, you get to feel sorry for those who need to be in their workplace every single day, come rain or shine, the…

As parents, you provide the firm foundation for family wellness, so what happens when those foundations are shaken? You’re responsible for your child’s wellbeing, and most parents understand the seriousness of that responsibility, but…

Housework is a bore at the best of times, but when it comes to cleaning the trickier areas of the home, it can be daunting too. If you're looking for some inexpensive ways to clean those stubborn parts of the home, from the showerhead and…