https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/topics/health/index.rss en-us Wilmington Family Media © 2025 All Rights Reserved Wed, 25 Apr 2018 12:39:14 -0000 Annesophia Richards Know how to properly handle perishable foods during travel, and how to use a food thermometer when grilling. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/recipes/food-safety-for-the-summer/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/recipes/food-safety-for-the-summer/ Wed, 25 Apr 2018 12:39:14 -0000 grilled-vegetables Morgan Davis Annesophia Richards Here are a few tips to help ease the stress and lessen the complaints of applying sunscreen to your little ones. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/preschool/4tips-on-keeping-the-sun-fun%21/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/preschool/4tips-on-keeping-the-sun-fun%21/ Tue, 19 May 2015 13:05:37 -0000 beach Training for a 5K is a fun way to keep your New Year's fitness resolution. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/keep-your-fitness-goal%3Atrain-for-a-5k/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/keep-your-fitness-goal%3Atrain-for-a-5k/ Wed, 21 Jan 2015 02:08:16 -0000 NCAFF 5K Race NC Aquarium Fort Fisher Made with organic and natural ingredients, Goddess Garden provides a healthier sunscreen. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-finds/goddess-garden-sunscreen/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/family-finds/goddess-garden-sunscreen/ Fri, 09 May 2014 11:47:37 -0000 Goddess Garden Sunscreen makobiscribe.com Learn the indicators for Autism Spectrum Disorder. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/red-flags-for-autism/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/red-flags-for-autism/ Tue, 22 Apr 2014 12:29:00 -0000 Autism Awareness www.visionforlifeworks.com Beat winter dry patches with some natural remedies. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/home-remedies-for-dry-skin/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/home-remedies-for-dry-skin/ Tue, 14 Jan 2014 19:35:03 -0000 honey-2 Photo by Arwin Neil Baichoo on Unsplash Helpful tips for reducing stress during the holiday season. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/reduce-stress-for-healthier-holidays/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/reduce-stress-for-healthier-holidays/ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 15:15:14 -0000 stressed woman freedigitalphotos.net Federal rules regarding child safety seats will change in 2014. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/2014-child-seat-requirement-changes/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/2014-child-seat-requirement-changes/ Sat, 30 Nov 2013 14:56:10 -0000 forward facing car seat www.kids-n-cribs.com Wilmington Health has established a foundation to support a healthier community. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/wilmington-health-foundation-established/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/wilmington-health-foundation-established/ Wed, 25 Sep 2013 13:18:17 -0000 WH logo Wilmington Health Learn about the top 5 foods that cause food poisoning and what you can do to minimize your chance of illness. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/top-five-food-poisoning-culprits/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/top-five-food-poisoning-culprits/ Sat, 31 Aug 2013 13:57:49 -0000 leafy greens www.thescience Wilmington Parent Magazine’s Fit Family Challenge presented by Wilmington Health is underway! We are excited to announce the following families have been chosen to participate in the challenge. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/fit-family-challenge/meet-the-families/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/fit-family-challenge/meet-the-families/ Tue, 25 Jun 2013 18:23:36 -0000 fit-famlies-montage J’nelle Ruscetti MS PA-C Child obesity has tripled in our country since the 1980s, and a multitude of health problems are developing in kids in America because of this trend. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/fit-family-challenge/childhood-obesity_1/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/blogs/fit-family-challenge/childhood-obesity_1/ Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:47:57 -0000 WHA- CHildhood Obesity www.wilmingtonhealth.com Important tips about your child's dental care. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/dental-care-for-kids/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/dental-care-for-kids/ Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:54:32 -0000 kid brushing teeth skydentalteam.com 100% Pure provides products made with natural ingredients that can help resolve acne issues. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/healthy-acne-solutions/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/healthy-acne-solutions/ Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:50:51 -0000 acne set 100percentpure.com Tips for keeping your kids safe when playing in a ball pit. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/safety-in-a-ball-pit/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/safety-in-a-ball-pit/ Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:59:07 -0000 kid in ball pit checksafetyfirst.com Simple changes can provide better nutrition for your family and create healthy eating habits. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/healthy-foods-%3D-healthy-families/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/healthy-foods-%3D-healthy-families/ Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:18:57 -0000 healthy snacks nspt4kids.com To keep your child safe, be sure to choose and use the appropriate car seat. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/selecting-the-appropriate-car-seat/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/selecting-the-appropriate-car-seat/ Fri, 04 Jan 2013 14:01:58 -0000 car seats www.carinsurance.org Ideas for getting fit the fun way...with your kids. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/get-moving-with-your-kids/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/get-moving-with-your-kids/ Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:41:35 -0000 execise with baby www.sheknows.ca During cold season natural remedies may be helpful to children that cannot take cold and cough medicines. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/natural-cold-and-cough-remedies/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/natural-cold-and-cough-remedies/ Fri, 14 Dec 2012 02:35:00 -0000 honey1 joy-southernsocialite.blogspot.com Teenage years are an opportune time to teach good habits such as self breast exams. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/self/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/self/ Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:50:17 -0000 self breast exam www.sheknows.com A first aid kit can come in handy in many emergency situations. Here's what you need to make one. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/assemble-your-own-first-aid-kit/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/assemble-your-own-first-aid-kit/ Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:43:22 -0000 First Aid Kit www.redcrossstore.org Essential oils can improve your overall well-being when used correctly. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/essential-oils-for-your-health/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/essential-oils-for-your-health/ Wed, 01 Aug 2012 14:33:00 -0000 essential oils www.hungermountaincoop.com Announcing the winners of the 2012 Family Favorites Readers Choice Award. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/family-favorites-2012/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/family-favorites-2012/ Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:19:00 -0000 FF 2012 logo A free community event that will offer families the opportunity to participate in active play and educational opportunities designed to improve health and wellness. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/events/ymca-and-city-to-partner-for-healthy-kids-day/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/calendar/events/ymca-and-city-to-partner-for-healthy-kids-day/ Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:06:00 -0000 Healthy Kids Day City of Wilmington, Recreation Organic food comes at an extra cost. Are the health benefits worth the extra money? https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/is-organic-food-worth-the-extra-cost%3F/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/is-organic-food-worth-the-extra-cost%3F/ Sun, 18 Mar 2012 14:07:00 -0000 organic label thewellnesshiway.com Check out these tips to help fend off unwanted sickness during this cold and flu season. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/stay-healthy-during-cold-and-flu-season/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/stay-healthy-during-cold-and-flu-season/ Sat, 17 Dec 2011 14:23:00 -0000 sneezing girl sheknows.com Queasy Pop Kids! is a natural way to ease an upset stomach. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/a-lollipop-for-upset-tummies/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/a-lollipop-for-upset-tummies/ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:51:19 -0000 queasy pops Inventive Parent President Obama has declared September National Childhood Obesity Awareness month in response to a large portion of our youth being labeled overweight and obese. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/health/national-childhood-obesity-awareness-month/ Mon, 12 Sep 2011 13:04:07 -0000 obese child www.healthyhabits.ca Good For You Girls features a line of natural skin care products are beneficial for adolescent girls and we're giving away a starter kit to one lucky reader. 9/16 DEADLINE TO ENTER. https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/natural-skin-care-for-young-ladies/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/kids/natural-skin-care-for-young-ladies/ Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:27:00 -0000 Good for you girl kit Good For You Girls Women of Hope announces that Focused On You Support Programs will begin September 1st. The programs provide an "In Treatment" Group and "Woman to Woman" Mentoring for women battling cancer. They are complimentary to patients & caregivers, https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/support-groups/free-mentoring-for-women/ https://www.wilmingtonparent.com/family/support-groups/free-mentoring-for-women/ Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:17:18 -0000 women of hope http://womenofhopenc.org/