This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I've been sleeping on the bottom bunk twin mattress in my kids room this past week. My son, who is 3, hasn't been able to stay in bed all night and I don't like sleeping next to him. (He's a bed hog and a heater and I don't sleep well with him in bed with me.) So, I let him climb in bed with my husband and I zombie walk to his bed at 2:30 am and to get more sleep. The last two nights, … [Read more...]
How many hours of sleep do you need?
We all know how important self-care is (and, if you've got a family, the importance of caring for others). But in the frenetic rush to get everything done, it's easy to forget that proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health. [Tweet "Proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health."] But what, exactly, is "proper sleep"? Nearly everyone's been asked at some point if they're getting enough sleep. And the National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours for most adults. And … [Read more...]
Suffering from Sleeping Issues? Here’s What I’m Doing
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the National Sleep Foundation. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. As a mom to two younger kids and an at-home job as a blogger, I honestly suffer from sleeping issues. Work-at-home moms and I suppose outside the home moms all suffer from the guilt of not spending enough time with kids. Now that my son is in school part time I have been working those three hours in the morning. Then, … [Read more...]
Need Help Sleeping? Try these Calming Herbs
I have never been a great sleeper. I sleep lightly and wake pretty easily. Thankfully, when woken up, I am able to fall back asleep pretty easily. My husband, on the other hand, cannot fall back asleep for hours if he is woken up in the middle of the night. Are you a good sleeper? 5 Calming Herbs to Ease Sleep Trouble and Insomnia The following herbs can be used during the day, or try using 20-30 minutes before bedtime: Chamomile is a time-honored sedative herb which can be safely … [Read more...]
1st Grade Bedtime Routine
We are in a short break between homeschool Kindergarten and 1st grade. Our school year went quite well. There were many hard days, but my daughter told me she still wants to be homeschooled. She does get lonely at times, so I have to make frequent play dates for her. This school year she is going to play soccer with our town's league and I've joined a homeschool co-op. I can't wait to share more about that. Do your kids have a specific bedtime? Even though we homeschool (and can get up and … [Read more...]
Simple Tips for a Healthy Child
As many of you know, I am working on improving my own health. With food choices, exercise and water intake - I am improving my own quality of life. But, I also want my kids to be healthy. A healthy child is happy child! Since my kids are young and at home with me, I am being proactive in their health. As a parent, I believe that it is our responsibility to be a good example of healthy living but also raise them to make good choices. {That isn't always easy, is it?} Here are ways that my … [Read more...]
Sleeping Tips for Kids
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Zarbee’s Naturals. I received product samples and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. Daylight Savings time really did a number on my Little Man. He still hasn't recovered. And guess what? Neither have I, because of it! His bedtime was generally between 7 to 7:30 pm before the time change. Now it is consistently 8 - 8:30 pm. But you'd think he would get up later in the morning, right? Nope. In fact, he has … [Read more...]
