Entering the pre-teen stage, 12-year-old boys go through emotional, physical, and social changes. During this time, they grow facial hair and their voice changes. Boys at this age also develop deeper relations with friends. They have high energy levels hence the need to shed off excess energy through physical sports . . .

At 13, boys are officially teenagers. It’s the “in-between” stage where they are both active and emotional. When you speak with a 13-year-old, remember that he is now sensitive to your body language and the tone of your voice. On average, teens spend roughly eight hours on social media so parents . . .

The stage of adolescence occurs between 13 to 19 years old of age. Among girls, in particular, puberty starts to set. A change in her social behavior is also evident, as she spends more time with her peers. At this age, girls have the knowledge and confidence to tackle political . . .

Thinking of what to pack for a kid’s school lunch for 180 days of the year is a daunting feat. While most parents choose the basics like a sandwich, fruit, or veggie, and some type of snack, this gets boring really quickly. You have the option of purchasing pre-made lunches . . .

At nine years old, a girl experiences various emotional and physical changes. She becomes increasingly aware of her body and appearance. She is also inclined to cultivate strong social bonds with her peers by participating in school organizations. Active young girls show interest in sports clubs, such as swimming or . . .

Generally, eight-year-olds exhibit enhanced motor, emotional, and intellectual development. However, at this stage, the differences between boys and girls are highly evident. Physically, girls display improved coordination, balance and flexibility, which is why they excel in gymnastics and ballet classes! At 8, girls become self-conscious and tend to self-evaluate a lot. . . .

Upon reaching the age of 9, boys are well on their way to adolescence. They are more independent and able to handle some responsibilities with little supervision. During this phase, boys face multiple challenges that come with the transition. Physically, they become more energetic and interested in spending time outdoors . . .

Considered neither too young nor too old, 10-year-old boys may find themselves in a challenging phase. Boys are likely to be more physically active at ten and usually have high energy. Active physical activities, such as soccer or basketball, are excellent forms of exercise to help develop muscle strength and . . .

Thousands of years ago the great Greek physician Hippocrates stated that “all disease begins in the gut.” Today, we have countless studies to back his claims. There are connections between immune health (immunity being nearly synonymous with health) and our mind. Gut health is the key to our physical and . . .