Parenting

 · 8 min read

Our Daughter’s Nightly Struggle

Allison’s sixteen-year-old daughter, like any teen her age, experiences high school drama. When the mom from Overland Park, Kansas, discovered she was staying up late into the night texting and using social media, however, she became concerned. That concern eventually lead to her talking about our daughter’s nightly struggle. Allison and her husband decided it was […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Scientists Have Discovered The Likely Cause of Sudden Unexplained Death in Children

In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, scientists have made significant progress in understanding the perplexing issue of sudden unexplained deaths in children. These tragic and unexpected deaths, which often occur during sleep, have puzzled experts for years. However, the study has identified a potential cause: brief seizures accompanied […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 5 min read

Benefits of Aunts: Why Aunts May Be Just as Important as Moms

It’s no surprise that having a positive female role model is extremely important for young girls. This is especially true in the current world of social media, bullying and the ever-changing, progressing “norms” for women. The impact that a supportive, playful and nurturing woman can have on a young girl is astounding. An aunt is […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

 · 3 min read

10 Signs You Grew Up Chronically Lonely

It’s pretty common to feel isolated in adulthood– long-distance friendships are basically the norm and everyone’s so busy, it’s hard to connect. But children can be lonely too, even if they’re not actually alone. Here are some of the subtle signs of a lonely kid: Read: Top 10 Subtle Signs of Anxiety Everyone Should Be […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

 · 4 min read

6-Year-Old Girl Was Diagnosed With an Aggressive Brain Tumor. Two Weeks Later, Her Little Brother Received the Same Diagnosis

A couple in Torrance, Los Angeles probably had the worst two weeks of their lives when both of their children were diagnosed with brain cancer. Duncan and Nohea Avery were terrified when their 6-year-old princess, Kalea was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a deadly and aggressive brain tumor. Two weeks after her diagnosis and surgery, the high […]

Stacy Robertson

Stacy Robertson

Writer and researcher

 · 5 min read

Toxic Marriages Are More Painful For Kids Than Divorce

Growing up in a stable home is good for children, as it protects them from many mental, social, physical, and educational problems [1]. For this reason, many couples attempt to keep their marriage together for the sake of their children, even if their relationship has become toxic.  Parents who try to keep their family intact […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

“This Part of Your Baby Remains in Your Body For up to 38 Years,” Experts Claim

There’s a reason why kids are always more attached to their mums than to their dads. It’s because their cells never really entirely leave their mums’ bodies; some stay back and work several medical wonders, an obstetric phenomenon known as fetomaternal microchimerism. The word microchimerism was derived from the idea that a mother is sort […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 5 min read

The Benefits and Risks of Removing Children’s Tonsils and Adenoids

Removing children’s tonsils and adenoids has been a common practice for decades. These procedures are typically performed to alleviate breathing difficulties and recurring infections. However, some research has shed light on potential risks associated with these surgeries. What actually are the functions of tonsils and adenoids, though? Let’s look at the study that highlights the […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

The Ultimate Mother-Daughter Bucket List You Can Start Today

There is something truly beautiful and special about mother-daughter relationships. They can share a bond so strong that nothing would or could dare tear it apart. Unfortunately – it sounds cliché, but it’s true – children grow up fast. And time isn’t slowing down for parents either. As they find their own paths, form new […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 5 min read

Dying Young? 22-Year-Old Vaping Addict Has a 1% Chance of Survival

Vaping has become increasingly popular, particularly among young people. Originally thought to be better for you than smoking cigarettes, many teens and young adults turned to vape pens. Unfortunately, it turns out that vaping is not better for you than cigarettes, it just has different consequences. This young 22-year-old vaping addict is the most recent […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team