Cara Natterson's Blog, page 22
March 13, 2018
Marching for Their Lives
Generation Z is finding it’s voice. And with it, they are poised to change the world.
Mass shootings – particularly school shootings – are suddenly routine. Today’s teenagers have decided they aren’t going to stand by and watch the epidemic unfold because they’ve had enough: they want school to be a...READ MORE
Mud-Slinging Parents
It’s brutal to watch parents pit themselves against one another. And yet these days, if you happen to be nearby when the subject of household rules around screen time comes up, you’ll likely have a ring-side seat. That is, unless you find yourself inside the ring throwing the punches.
March 8, 2018
Beauty Secrets: Keep It Natural And Clean
Every girl is born with natural beauty. You might have big right eyes or a gleaming smile or glowing skin or flowing hair. Before you think about putting something on y our face, you need to appreciate the features that others are drawn to. We all have things we want to change about ourselves, sure, but we also have something that makes us stand out. Take notice of this part of you.
Many girls wonder about makeup. When should they use it? Does it make them look better? Or older? READ MORE
March 5, 2018
The Trick To Good Nutrition
Part of the recipe for feeling, doing, and looking your best is eating right. Your body needs a healthy balance of proteins, grains, fruits, vegetables, fats, vitamins, and minerals to grow, glow, and be strong. This is true for everyone!
February 22, 2018
Secrets To A Good Night...Of Sleep!
Sleep is your body’s way of recharging and rebuilding. So get to it!A lot of things are happening when you sleep: your body grows; your brain files away memories into long-term storage so you can remember new new things better; and your mood is reset so you feel rested and refreshed. None of these things happen in just 10 minutes. Here are some tips for getting a good night’s sleep. READ MORE
February 16, 2018
Take Some Parental Advice
How many years have you been in business in LA:
I have been a pediatrician for 20 years (!) and founded Worry Proof seven years ago. I started publishing books in 2004, so I suppose that makes me a writer of 13 years as well. READ MORE
Florida School Shooting Suspect's AR-15 Was Legally Obtained
Two years ago, together with Adam Winkler , I wrote an editorial about delaying the legal age for gun purchase based upon science: because we know that the brain is not fully mature until at least the mid-late 20's (and probably later for many), impulsive behaviors often trump the ability to make the best long-term, consequential decisions. This fact, we concluded, should inform gun laws. READ MORE
February 15, 2018
Concussion Info That Won't Make You Dizzy
A concussion is basically a bruise inside the brain. It acts like any other bruise on your body—the area swells a little and gets tender, and it takes time to heal. So what’s the big deal? Everybody freaks out, because the bruise is in your brain—the control center of your body. Your brain doesn’t heal as quickly or easily as other parts of your body. Healing from a concussion isn’t like having a broken leg and being able to hobble around on crutches. READ MORE
CONCUSSION INFO THAT WON’T MAKE YOU DIZZY
A concussion is basically a bruise inside the brain. It acts like any other bruise on your body—the area swells a little and gets tender, and it takes time to heal. So what’s the big deal? Everybody freaks out, because the bruise is in your brain—the control center of your body. Your brain doesn’t heal as quickly or easily as other parts of your body. Healing from a concussion isn’t like having a broken leg and being able to hobble around on crutches. READ MORE
February 8, 2018
A New Technology Revolution?
Six year olds don't need messaging apps or starter social media. Enough said. And, at long last, lots of people are starting to say it.
Last week, a coalition of health experts decided it was high time to make their voices heard. Organized by the Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood, an army of pediatricians and mental health experts added their names to a letter addressed to Facebook. At issue: FB Messenger Kids, a service that allows kids to send text and images to recipients who are pre-vetted by parents. But really ... READ MORE
