By: Cheryl Maguire When you read the word PANDAS, you probably envisioned a cute, cuddly animal native to China. Unfortunately, there is nothing cute or cuddly about the acronym PANDAS which stands for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections. The disorder was first identified in an article by Dr. Susan E. Swedo … More PANDAS Disorder Isn’t Cute or Cuddly
By: Cheryl Maguire “Is that person drunk?” I asked my husband. It was nighttime. We were driving on a highway while the person in front of us was swerving back and forth in between their lane. Since I learned how to drive in the 80’s, my initial thought when I witnessed this is, “they … More Teens Aren’t the Only Ones Driving While InTEXTicated
By: Cheryl Maguire Mark your calendar for September 27, to remind yourself (or a woman you know) to celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day. Over 50,000 women of all ages will participate in events across 500 different nationwide communities. You can check your local senior centers, hospital, health club, or park and recreation … More 5 Ways to Celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
By: Cheryl Maguire “You need glasses,” the Ophthalmologist said to me. I was twelve years old. My mom was shocked since I had never complained of unclear vision and no one else in our family had poor eyesight. The reason I had gone to the doctor was because I failed the school screening exam. My … More How Healthy are Your Child’s Eyes?
By: Cheryl Maguire Now that school is out and summer is here, I know your fear. It’s what every parent fears; hearing the dreaded, “I’m bored,” from your child. The best way to prevent this from occurring is to keep them busy. Easier said than done, right? I know what you are thinking, everything … More 5 Ways to Prevent Your Child from Saying, “I’m Bored”
By: Cheryl Maguire With Father’s Day fast approaching, I thought I would share with you some negotiating tips I learned from my dad. He is the best negotiator I know, and his wisdom has helped me save or earn thousands of dollars over the years, for both buying and selling items. Some of the … More 5 Negotiating Tips I Learned from My Dad
By: Cheryl Maguire It’s May which means flowers are blooming, birds are singing and it’s time to celebrate your mother, grandmother or other maternal figure in your life. I never fully appreciated my mother until I moved out to go to college and then later became a mother myself. Here is a list of some … More Top 10 Attributes I Appreciate About My Mom
By: Cheryl Maguire April 24-28 is Every Kid Healthy Week, which was created to celebrate school health and wellness achievements. Every Kid Healthy events promote healthy eating, nutrition education, physical activity, and physical education. A child’s health encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. It is important to maintain good overall health in children so they … More 7 Ways to Promote Your Child’s Healthy Lifestyle
By: Cheryl Maguire I love the Disney movie Enchanted. One of my favorite scenes is when Princess Giselle is peacefully sleeping on the couch. She awakens in a graceful manner, donning a white puffy ball gown, reminiscent of an eighties wedding dress. The camera pans to show the viewer a disorganized NYC apartment; dirty … More Crafty Critters
By: Cheryl Maguire School vacations always cause me to panic. How will my children deal with their newfound endless hours of freedom? Will they be bored? I have no idea, but I’m anxious just thinking about it. Making lunches, getting on the bus and doing homework are the three most tedious tasks I endure … More School Vacation: A Welcome Break from the Tedious Tasks
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