Child and Family Development

February is not only heart month because of Valentine's Day, but it is also considered Heart Awareness Month.  Getting plenty of rest, eating healthy, and getting at least 30 minutes of exercise per day will increase your heart health. 

It is important for children to get started early with healthy habits for life.  Encourage your children to play outdoors, join a recreational team in the community, or play games with the family like hot potato or throw/catch in the backyard. 

A great FREE community event being held this month is called Keeping Kids in Motion.  They will have some fun and healthy activities including yoga, dance funk, tumbling, relay races, flag football and more.  There will also be tips on healthy menu ideas, injury prevention, and fitness.  The event will be held February 20th and 27th from 9:30 am to 12 pm.  It will be held at Naomi Drenan Recreation Center which is located at 750 Beal St. Charlotte, NC 28211.  Should be a great event for families to attend! 

The Junior League of Charlotte is a cosponsor of the event which I am a member.  Keep those kids in Motion!! Happy Heart Month!