How a Week of Vacation Almost Threw My Son Off His Growth Chart Last spring break, we flew to visit relatives in Florida. My 11-year-old son, Ethan, was thrilled—but by day three, he was chronically tired, skipping meals, and missing his nightly stretch-and-sleep routine. By the time we returned home,...

The Smile That Sparked a Health Check Last fall, during a routine dentist visit, my 10-year-old son Milo’s hygienist paused mid-check and said, “Your son’s enamel is rock solid.” Surprised, I asked, “Is that a good thing?” She smiled, “Excellent—strong teeth often signal robust bone health too.” At his next...

How One Glass Transformed My Son’s Mornings Last winter, my 9-year-old son, Lucas, began each school day sluggish and irritable—he’d slurp a small juice box then rush out the door. One morning, after reading about hydration, I dared him to swap that juice for a full glass of water. Within...