smoking

Dealing with Common Tween Issues

By Maria T. Pepin

A tween is a person between the ages of 9 to 14. Parents are all too familiar with this developmental stage because it can be tricky ~ especially with new issues presenting themselves consistently. Some of the more common tween issues include: smoking, abuse of phone privileges, body image, menstruation and negative peer influences. » Read more

Quitting Smoking: Tips to Help You Kick the Habit

By JustMommies

Congratulations! If you’re reading this, it means you’re interested in learning how to quit smoking. I won’t lie to you, it probably won’t be easy, but reading about and understanding the quitting process is your first step » Read more

Smoking and Fertility

We all know that cigarette smoking is an unhealthy, even potentially lethal habit. If you’re a non-smoker, don’t start. If you do smoke, now’s a good time to stop or at least cut back. Most people are familiar with the serious risks of smoking in terms of lung cancer, heart disease and other health issues. » Read more