For the last five years, we have been working in our home office. Being a full time work at home mom, my home office has sometimes become the ‘playground’ of my young child. It’s not something I encourage but it can be hard to set certain boundaries when he’s so used to bringing his little toys and books to my home office, I guess he just wants to be near his mom. At a young age, he would tell me that he wants his own laptop computer. I find this a bold request from a 4 yo though I know of some parents who allow their preschoolers to handle a computer at this age. For me, I’d prefer to keep him away from the computer at this age for the good of his visual health and wellness. I would rather expose him to toys that play and trigger his imagination and creativity.

With fast food being a big part of modern life these days, it can be hard to teach a child how he or she should eat healthy. I was kinda disappointed that our son’s nursery teachers took them to a fast food restaurant for lunch after a school excursion.

Even though it isn’t possible to get a child to like all healthy foods, you can be creative when trying to encourage your child to enjoy healthy foods. Try to sneak the healthy food into their meals such as adding bananas and apples to muffins and topping their favourite pizza with spinach, carrots or other vegetables.

I am not an unreasonable mom to begin with. But I, along with many child experts and paediatrician agree that young children should not get into the habit of junk food indulgence. This is especially so if they are below 2. When my child turns two, I allow moderate amounts of indulgences such as a cream cake, chocolate biscuits or candies. Moderate here means a small portion or one piece of chocolate biscuit. I do not want to deprive my child. Neither do I like him to pick up these unhealthy eating habits. Educating your child on the harm effects of junk food indulgence is helpful too. They too should understand why junk foods can deplete their energy levels and how they are not beneficial for their teeth and overall health.

Research has shown that children who are exposed to junk foods and practice unhealthy eating habits tend to lose their appetite for real meals and many have become food pickers. Besides, children need a well balanced diet of whole grains, protein, calcium rich foods and essential vitamins to maintain a strong immune system and develop a healthy body. Healthy foods such as salads, vegetables, and fruit should be also be included in your child’s diet.

I also offer children’s vitamins and supplements to my child and some of these are in the form of yummy gummies like the ones by Hero Nutritionals or. You can get them at VitaPal.com – Discount Vitamin Warehouse. Free Shipping on orders over $100.

Recreation and outdoor activities are a must if you feel that your child needs to lose undesirable fat. It is better to begin these activities as early as possible. As a parent, it is your responsibility to encourage your child to be actively involved in outdoor activities which will improve their developmental skills. If you are wondering how to promote creative outdoor play for your child, you may want to check out these manfred mantis playsets. Available in mini and mega versions, these playground systems will keep your child active and happy.

1) Stay under the sun at the Right Time
Between 11am and 4pm during peak sunshine hours, try to stay in the shade. Use the time to do something fun – take a siesta, do some drawing, visit a museum, walk in the woods, bake a cake… the possibilities are endless!

2) Regular Application.
Always apply and reapply your sun protection every two hours, and more frequently in strong sun. And not just on the beach… apply first thing in the morning, as the sun can find you wherever you are!

3) Be well prepared.
Take it everywhere you go to carry your water, snacks, sunscreen, After Sun Gel, t-shirts, hats and a light jacket for when the sun goes down.

4) Use the right products.
Sun Care Cream Ultra Protection For Children SPF 30 is ideal throughout the summer. Its 100% mineral sunscreens provide perfect tolerance and the formula is resistant to water and salt making it ideal for water sports.

5) Don’t neglect After Sun Protection
After their evening shower, children’s skin needs to be nourished and moisturized. Apply After Sun Moisturizer for isntant colling and comfort. It’s ideal for the entire family.