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July 26, 2010
Does Picky Eating Point to Autism?
A new study has found that picky eating may be an early sign of autism. These findings may come as a relief to some parents, since autism generally isn't diagnosed until after the age of 2, when a child begins to talk. Over the course of the study, researchers found that at the age of one month, the children who were later diagnosed with autism were already 35% more likely to be slow eaters. By their first birthday, their diets were significantly less varied than their peers. The autistic children ate fewer fruits and vegetables, but they also consumed less sweets and carbonated beverages- a...
Autism; Early Signs of Autism; Diagnosing Autism
July 20, 2010
Is Divorce Contagious?
Is divorce contagious? According to some experts, yes. In essence, experts that did this research compared marriages and relationships to a body's immune system. If that immune system is healthy, and taking steps to stay healthy, then it can withstand any virus (read: a friend's unhealthy relationship or divorce) that comes along. However, if that immune system doesn't take care of itself and begins to get rundown, it has the potential to catch a "virus". Make sense? So basically, if you are in an honestly happy marriage, and not just going through the motions of what a happy marriage should...
Effects of Divorce on Children; Divorce
July 12, 2010
10 Simple Ways to Check Your Health
When was the last time you went to the doctor for a check up? If you're racking your brain, you're not alone. Most moms are busy busy busy...and are usually so concerned about their child's health, they don't give much thought about their own. Sound familiar? I'm not here to give you a lecture. You know how important it is to stay on top of your health. Right? So instead of a stern talking to, I'm giving you this list of 10 simple ways you can check your health. You know your body better than anyone, and these 10 steps can help you determine your overall health. Just remember, this is not a...
health and wellness; busy moms; doctors
July 8, 2010
CSA Update
Our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share is in full swing. Each Wednesday we receive a full share, which we split with a good friend of mine and her family, who lives close by. Honestly, I feel like the CSA is a mini-Christmas each week. We get so excited to see what is delivered to our doorstep and you can imagine our excitement when our share this week looked like this: Oh my word, there were so many fruits and vegetables. The peaches taste like pure bliss. Do you remember that Seinfeld recipe where Kramer was ravenous for one particular type of peach each summer? Our CSA...
Locally Grown Produce