Ahhh summertime! This is the time of year when thoughts turn to camping or sending kids off to camp.

If your child is overweight you may be thinking that instead of just sending them off to camp so they can learn to make necklaces out of beads, it may be a better idea to send them off to summer weight loss camps so they can make permanent changes for the better in their health and fitness.

It’s been found that over 15% of teenagers in the U.S. are obese. Since this is such a big problem camps to help kids lose weight are gaining in popularity. Any teen who is obese or overweight may be a good candidate for these types of camps.

One of the big advantages to these camps is all the kids are in the same boat. It’s not like sending your kid to a regular camp where they will always be thought of (or worse, referred to) as the fat kid. At a weight loss camp they are just another kid. Continue reading →

In the summer, kids are out of school and looking for something to do. If you have a young child, then you will have your hands full. Here are some ideas for summer crafts to keep them busy.

Summer is about having fun. And, kids love to do just that. Crafts allow kids to learn skills while they have fun.

If your toddler is getting ready for school in a year or two, your ideas could teach them spatial recognition, how to identify colors, how to identify shapes, and how to work independently.

You may be surprised at how much your child’s identity comes through their work.

So, without further ado, here are some craft ideas: Continue reading →