Harvard Health – Claire McCarthy, MD
During the pandemic, we have seen many more children and teens go to the emergency room with mental health problems. And there has been a notable rise in eating disorders, particularly among adolescent girls. Eating disorders include a range of unhealthy relationships with food and concerns about weight.
The 74 Million – Asher Lehrer-Small
Just 10 years old at the time, it was as if Eva Torres’s world fell in when COVID claimed the life of her grandmother in April 2020.
Abuela, as the girl called her, had lived just a block from the Bronx apartment she shared with her parents and two older brothers. Grandma was the one who would pick her up from school each day and “hear her 10,000 stories,” said Eva’s mother Angela Torres, “even if she was repeating it for the 20th time.”
Read More: https://www.the74million.org/article/the-children-left-behind-by-1-million-u-s-covid-deaths/
Moms – Ashley Wehrli
Mealtime can be one of the hardest parts of motherhood, and there are many reasons for that. Mom may have a picky eater, or two, on her hands that refuse to eat anything she makes. Mom is also incredibly busy, and making a nutritious meal every night can feel taxing. While mom may want to reach for the frozen dinner, or take-out, she also wants to make sure her family is eating healthy and nutritious meals, but it can be hard. It can be hard to find the energy and the motivation to make these meals.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/family-meal-planning-without-prepping-solutions/
Moms – Ashley Wehrli
The health of their children is very important to moms everywhere, and some would likely say that it is their top priority. They watch their children very closely for any signs of illness or injury, and when they think something is wrong, they don’t hesitate to get them the care that they need. However, it can be difficult, as mom may think that she is overthinking things, especially when it is not a common sign of illness. When a child starts coughing or throwing up, mom has a clear indication that something is wrong.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/girls-hair-thinning-reasons/
Moms – Ashley Wehrli
A big part of motherhood is making sure that you are on the ball when it comes to planning fun activities for your children and your whole family. When the family does something fun, it can help with bonding, and it can make the world stop. It is a chance to pause and remember the people you love and just have fun together, while you try and forget everything that is adding stress to your life right now. With the warm weather here now, it is about time to get out of the house and do something fun.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/how-make-dinner-fun-national-picnic-day/