Men and mental health issues such as stress and depression aren’t often talked about, but it is a very real occurrence. While women tend to outwardly express their feelings more, men are more logical and tend to keep things in. Men may suffer from depression but be reserved in expressing their feelings. It may take longer to catch on. As parents, emotional highs and lows come with the territory. In the process of making sure that your children are adequately cared for you can experience … [Read more...]
How Mothers and Daughters Can Win the Battle of Weight and Self Esteem
When you look in the mirror, what do you see? For most of us, it’s not the accomplished woman you’ve become, but the fat girl you used to be. Sadly, we pass on our childhood struggles with weight and body image to our own daughters keeping them—and us—trapped and unable to engage confidently in school, at work and with loved ones. Here are seven ways to break that cycle. For good. There’s no better role model for your daughter than you. Are you constantly denigrating your body (or … [Read more...]
Travel Workout Ideas
Keeping up with your workouts when you’re traveling, whether for business or vacation, can be tough and frustrating at times. You may have been banking on the hotel’s fitness center but find it’s too busy or there’s broken equipment when you arrive. Maybe you planned on going outside for a walk or run but there’s a safety concern in the area you’re staying. Either way, sometimes your best intentions get thrown off by circumstances. Pilatesology and Athleticulture founder Alisa Wyatt believes … [Read more...]
My Accident Prone Three Year Old Boy
My son always falls down. Literally every single day. It might be due to the fact that he never walks anywhere. He runs -- all day long. He also doesn't pay attention to what he is doing a lot of the time. His knees are constantly scabby; his legs are always bruised up. The amazing thing to me - a girly girl through and through - is he doesn't seem to "learn" at all. He still runs in those darned flip flops; he still rides his balance bike way too fast; and he still doesn't pay close attention … [Read more...]
Parenting Advice for the 21st Century!
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Parents, are you looking for an easy and efficient way to stay on top of your kiddos’ health needs this summer and beyond? Kinsights offers a unique online community for parents that makes getting great parenting advice easier and smarter. Whether you need tips on fun outdoor family activities, insight on the best sunscreens for your little ones to use at the beach, or ideas for a “fun in the sun” birthday party, Kinsights is a must-have … [Read more...]
Help Kids Stay Active (During the Summer Months)
Thank you Micro Kickboard for sponsoring today's post. All opinions are mine alone. We have been experiencing some great weather, albeit hot weather, here in Western Washington. This is the kind of heat that you cannot stay inside for. It's the kind of heat where you get out of the house, 'cause the house is too hot. Most days, I have a hard time getting my daughter outside during the summer for physical activity. She'd rather read, play, or stream television shows than go outside to … [Read more...]
Easy Tips For a Beach Body
During the summer months, when more people head to the beach, either at home or abroad, a great beach body is something that many dream of achieving. You don’t have to look like you’ve just stepped off the catwalk, but getting your body in reasonable shape, before you hit the sand, is an excellent confidence boost. There are many ways that you can change the way your body looks, from quicker options such as opting for cosmetic surgery, to something a little more long term, such as a change of … [Read more...]
