One of the biggest challenges that new moms experience is the difficulty that comes with trying to find time to exercise. When you have a new baby who requires your attention at all times of the day or night, it can feel practically impossible to squeeze in a workout. If you’re in this position right now, have you ever considered…
Senior living communities offer a plethora of perks: there’s no work to do, no food to prepare, and no stress to manage; it can be surprising to know that nine out of 10 Americans want to stay at home for as long as possible when such an easy life is waiting in a community full of peers their own age. American House,…
Back-to-school season means new responsibilities for students, and more than likely, an over-stuffed backpack. What many parents may not realize is that a too-heavy backpack can lead to serious back, shoulder, and neck pain. To alleviate these issues for your child, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends that children shouldn’t carry a backpack that exceeds 15 to 20 percent of his…
One of the hottest pieces of news in the Child Passenger Safety world dropped this week: the American Academy of Pediatrics has changed their recommendation guidelines for rearfacing children. They’ve also added a new guideline, aimed at keeping older kids and teens safe. So what changed and what does this mean for you and your family? The new…
Although the Labor Day holiday should be all about savoring the end of summer with friends and family, it has an unfortunate dark side. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has been referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teenaged drivers, as nine out of the 10 most dangerous days for youth on U.S. roads happen between the months…
By: Dr. Caison-Sorey, associate medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan As summer ends, the thought of back-to-school to-dos can be overwhelming. In fact, a recent study found 80 percent of parents experience anxiety during this time of year; many admitting they feel more stressed than they do during the holidays. To make the back-to-school transition less…
By: Dr. Gina Lynem-Walker, physician consultant at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganDr. Gina Lynem-Walker A national survey found U.S. teens spend about nine hours in front of screens every day – often longer than the time they spend sleeping. Unfortunately, research also shows those who frequently use screened devices display signs of eye problems earlier in life. “Children’s Eye…
It’s no secret that there are a lot of dangers associated with vehicles. In fact, there are about 5.5 million car accidents each year in the U.S. alone. But during the hot summer weather, vehicles pose yet another danger. All too often, young children are left unattended in hot cars. Last year, 42 children died because they were left too long in a…
“Overprotective mom” is a loaded term. We’ve learned so much about parenting and safety in recent decades, and there’s nothing wrong with putting this knowledge into practice. Case in point: a Tennessee mom is being commended for her commitment to the safety of her child, after a text message she sent may have saved the baby’s life during a car…
Busy moms everywhere are looking forward to the start of a new school year. The August and September months bring a rush of meet-the-teacher events, back to school nights, school supply shopping, signing up for sports teams, and joining the parent-teacher groups. If managing chronic back pain is on your back-to-school ToDo list too, don’t miss this quick guide to…
