Childhood Obesity: Help Your Child Maintain a Healthy Weight

It's time to travel with your kids. So, what do you need to know before you hop in your minivan and head for your destination? What tips and tricks can make travel a little easier, whether you're bringing babies, infants, or toddlers? How can you beat the boredom and the dreaded question "Are we there yet?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you've got little ones crawling all over your floor and putting EVERYTHING in their mouths, you may be thinking more closely about the products you use and their ingredients. Have you ever really looked on the label to see what chemicals you're using inside your home? We've switched out our common cleaning products for some all-natural homemade recipes. Find out how well they worked!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may have heard about Montessori schools, but this approach goes far beyond the classroom. Today we're learning about the importance of bringing these tools into your home so you can better understand you baby's developmental needs. Plus, our panelists share their firsthand experiences using the Montessori methods in their own homes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting differences are one of the top reasons for divorce in this country. So, what's the best way to handle these types of situations? How do you avoid fighting in front of your kids? What do you do when the conversation gets too "heated"? And is there any truth to the statement "If mama ain't happy, ain't no one happy"?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's become one of the most widespread childhood epidemics in recorded history. So, what exactly is autism? How can your pediatrician help with early detection? Are there ways to prevent it altogether? Pediatrician and well-known author, Bob Sears, joins us for the first episode in our series exploring autism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As parents, how do you know if your child is maintaining a healthy weight? How to do strike the balance eating foods that are nutritious versus foods that are convenient? And how much does exercise play a role? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting can be expensive. Fortunately, there are great options for getting some of that money back by buying and selling used items. What items are best to resell and which ones should you definitely buy new? Where can you find the best deals? And what tips do our parents have for making each sale worth the extra effort? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love our children and we want to spend as much time with them as possible. But, the reality is many kids are forced to be separated from their parents for reasons such as divorce, business travel, military deployment, and more. This separation may be physical, but it doesn't have to be overly emotional. Today we'll explore some simple ways parents can strengthen and maintain the connection with their children when away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Becoming a mother means giving everything to your baby- including your body. And while caring for your little one is top priority, so is your personal health and well-being. For many mothers, getting their bodies back in shape is an important step in this process. What areas of the body are typically impacted the most by pregnancy and childbirth? When can you start exercising after having your baby? And what are the key exercises to consider? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your baby's sleeping environment is extremely important. Taking necessary precautions to ensure their safety could literally mean the difference between life and death. As a new parent, what do you need to know about play yard safety? Is it safe for your child to sleep in a play yard? What are some things to keep in mind when traveling? We're teaming up with Keeping Babies Safe to learn how to make your baby's sleeping environment as safe as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices