Early diet of infants, not maternal obesity, influences development of gut microbiome

Originally posted at http://www.asm.org/index.php/journal-press-releases/94023-early-diet-of-infants-not-maternal-obesity-influences-development-of-gut-microbiome   Washington, DC - February 10, 2016 - After the age of nine months, the development of the infant gut microbiota is driven by the transition to family foods, not maternal obesity, according to results from a new study. The study was published online this week in mSphere, an open-access journal of … Continue reading Early diet of infants, not maternal obesity, influences development of gut microbiome

The key to children’s intelligence and success in school

Originally posted at http://www.mercatornet.com/family_edge/view/the-key-to-childrens-intelligence-and-success-in-school/17314 WEDNESDAY, 9 DECEMBER 2015 The key to children’s intelligence and success in school BY MOIRA EASTMAN 2 | |   You have heard that it is important to read to and with your children, and that is true. But it is even more important to talk to and with your children. U.S. … Continue reading The key to children’s intelligence and success in school

7 things you should never tell your child

Originally posted at http://familyshare.com/7-things-you-should-never-tell-your-child   It is always important to watch your tongue, especially when speaking to your kids. Your words stick to them like glue and are not easily erased. Watch what you say and avoid uttering the following seven things to your child. Michele Coronetti Every parent hopes for the best for their children. Although, … Continue reading 7 things you should never tell your child