Healthy Moms, Healthy Families

Dear Parents,

Organic food is in the news these days, and it's a controversial subject. Do you wonder whether it's worth the additional cost? In this issue, learn the top 12 must-buy organic foods, and print out our shopping list as a helpful reminder.

Nearly every child displays typical ADHD behaviors some of the time, which is why professional evaluation is always advised. Find out how ADHD affects kids at different ages, learn about medications, and gain insight into how best to help a child with ADHD succeed in school.

The demands of motherhood can leave you depleted, especially if you fail to get enough sleep and your partner doesn't share the load. Use our printables to assess your key risk factors and nutritional intake, and learn some strategies for stress relief.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Pros and Cons of Organic Foods
Increasing numbers of people believe that eating organic food will lead to better health – for themselves and for the environment.

What Is Organic Food? Going Organic: Is It Worth the Cost? Poll: Buying Organic Foods Top 12 Must-Buy Organic Foods Printable: Healthy Produce Shopping List

Organic vs. Conventional Products Poll: Organic Fruits and Vegetables Genetically Modified Foods Baby Food: To Buy or to Make?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD – previously known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) – frequently impairs functioning in a number of areas.

Understanding ADHD ADHD: What Are the Signs? ADHD: An Age-by-Age Guide Evaluations for ADHD The ADD Label

The Best Classrooms for Children with ADHD Educational Strategies for Children with ADD Questions About ADD Medication More About ADHD

Depleted Mothers
With only a few changes to your routine, you can be just as healthy after kids as you were before.

Depleted Mothers Printable: Key Risk Factors for Depletion Sharing the Load Getting Enough Sleep Making Choices About Working

Printable: Your Nutritional Self-Assessment Avoiding Health Hazards Detoxifying Your Body Long-Term Stress Relief Mothers: Staying Well

Top 10 Healthy Breakfast Ideas
Start your child's day off right with one of these delicious, healthy breakfasts. Sponsored by Kellogg's.

		Join in this discussion on our Message Boards about a child who won't play: "My daughter is almost 5 and no matter how hard we try, we can't get her to play with her toys.... She would honestly rather sit in a chair that's in the corner of her room all day than play.... It's not like we don't play with her.... I just think she should learn to play by herself as well. What can I do?" —micdesdus8

Weight and Diabetes in Kids
With overweight and obesity a nationwide problem, more children are being diagnosed with diabetes. Read about diabetes and its complications, and learn prevention and controlling tips to reduce your child's risk of developing the condition.