Monthly Archives: March 2016

Nutrition Thursday: The Importance of Drinking Enough Water

National nutrition month, your health

By Tiffany Le UNCG Intern for Young Families Connect @ NC Healthy Start Foundation Consuming enough water is an important part of a well-balanced diet and closely connected to your overall health and well-being. Even mild dehydration can produce feelings of fatigue and listlessness, so it is important to make sure you’re drinking enough… Read More

Nutrition Thursday: Good Nutrition for Your Children

National nutrition month

By Tiffany Le, UNCG Intern for Young Families Connect @ NC Healthy Start Foundation Young children need your help to develop healthy eating habits for life. Have you ever heard of the phrase “monkey see, monkey do?” Kids are like that; they pick up things quickly. In order to help your children learn healthy eating habits,… Read More

National Poison Prevention Week: March 20 – March 26

baby care, infant mortality reduction, national poison prevention week, Poison prevention

Tips for poison prevention and treatment Reprinted with permission: HealthyChildren.org – March 22, 2016 Each year, approximately 3 million people—more under the age of 5—swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has some important tips to prevent and to treat exposures to poison. How to poison proof your home: Most poisonings occur when… Read More