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Snack on this NOT that… Have you noticed that when watching TV or playing video games we tend to choose salty processed snacks? As adults, we have become used to eating quick unhealthy snacks often in the evening when we are tired and want to...
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Leave the cookies for Santa It’s that time of year for lots of sugary treats. Don’t get caught up in all those extra calories this month and feeding the kids extra sweets. Many see baking as a holiday a tradition and with baking comes taste...
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Baby it’s cold outside, time to get moving! As the temperature drops and winter settles in we find ourselves falling into a less active routine. This routine can include more TV watching, video games, social media sites and sitting on the couch...
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Video Game Fitness Challenge Looking for a video game fitness challenge? Parent’s today often witness kids sit in front of screens for hours playing video games, social media, or endless internet browsing. It’s time to change it up and...
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Screen Time Overuse and Holiday Stress Holidays can be especially stressful, and it’s often when parents first notice their child overusing screens including iPhones, tablets, or laptops. As we approach the holiday season, parents need to...
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Aftercare at Summerland Camps No one has ever been nagged into long-term behavioral change. Summerland parents leave the family workshop with expert knowledge of how behavioral contracting works and how to best support thier child after camp...
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Healthy Snacks for Gamers Do your kids spend more time in their room then outside playing with friends? If screen time is taking up a majority of your child’s time they most likely are not getting enough exercise. Many kids grab quick...
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