Exercise While Playing Video Games with Goji Play 2 | #GetUpAndGojiPlay #GetEmOffTheCouch This blog post was sponsored by Blue Goji but the opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Do your kids scramble for the next video game, app on their tablet or video to watch? It's likely that almost every child no matter their age will end up with a screen in front of them for a portion of their day, but that means that they … [Read more...]
Back to School Back to Sleep | 7 Tips for Transitioning Back to School Sleep Schedules
Back to School Back to Sleep | Transitioning Back to School Schedules Sample received. All opinions are my own. As a parent of 23 years and a former 3rd grade teacher, I can tell you from experience that sleep is a major factor in a child's success at school. Without proper amounts of sleep children have a hard time focusing, adjusting to new situations, and handling emotional situations. A person's nervous system just does not function … [Read more...]
Staying Cool While Staying Active This Summer
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Staying Cool While Staying Active This Summer During the summer months people often feel like they have to choose between staying cool and staying active. The truth is, though, that there’s no reason you can’t give your kids a fun and activity filled summer while also finding ways to beat the heat. Here are some suggestions. Water Fight! Normally you want to conserve water but sometimes a good old fashioned water fight is exactly what your … [Read more...]
How to Safeguard Your Pregnancy
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How to Safeguard Your Pregnancy Whether you are experiencing an advanced-age or low-risk pregnancy, taking care of yourself should always be a top priority. As mothers, we have a natural inclination to put everyone else first; however, when we become pregnant, we need to put ourselves first. By making your care your top priority, you will help ensure that your child starts off on the right foot. Great ways to care for both yourself and … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Help Your Kids Enjoy the Outdoors
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Five Ways to Help Your Kids Enjoy the Outdoors We’re all well aware of the growing trends regarding childhood activity. Mainly, if it doesn't involve a screen - preferably touchscreen - then kids typically aren't interested. In many ways, this is an irreversible course, an unfortunate by-product of these highly technological times. But families can and should still make efforts to get outside once in awhile. For those claiming they can’t get … [Read more...]
Aurorae Yoga Review
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Aurorae Yoga Review Samples were provided for review purposes. All opinions are my own. I am starting the new year on the right foot by spending more time with my family and doing some serious stretching and yoga. It would be nice to feel comfortable in my body again. The Yoga and Stretching really helps! Of course, starting Yoga in the new year requires some awesome new gear! Aurorae has the coolest and most unique stuff that I have … [Read more...]
What I Learned After 3 Months on Nutrisystem | Final Before and After Photos | #NSNation
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What I Learned After 3 Months on Nutrisystem | Final Before and After Photos Food, program and supporting material provided by Nutrisystem. Always consult with your doctor before starting any weight loss program. This is a personal account of our experience and not intended as medical advice. It’s hard for me to believe it’s been 3 months since I started Nutrisystem! The time literally flew by. The food has been amazing, the … [Read more...]
Nutrisystem Week 9 Weigh In | #NSNation #spon
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Food, program and supporting material provided by Nutrisystem. Always consult with your doctor before starting any weight loss program. This is a personal account of our experience and not intended as medical advice. WOW! Summer arrived and BAM! my life went into a whirlwind. I honestly thought I was going to have a long and boring summer. To my surprise I had two days to get myself and my hubby ready for a 7 night Alaskan cruise. … [Read more...]
10 Summer Outdoor Activities
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10 Summer Outdoor Activities The kids are finally out of school and enjoying their playtime outside. I know the “I’m bored” responses are going to be headed my way soon... so I thought I’d share a few summer outdoor activities I suggest to my own kids to get them off the couch. 1. Swing: This can be a tradition swing on a swingset, or consider fashioning an old tire and rope to a tree, or even just a rope hanging from a tree with a few large … [Read more...]
Nutrisystem Weigh In Week 7 | Before & Current Pics
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Food, program and supporting material provided by Nutrisystem. Always consult with your doctor before starting any weight loss program. This is a personal account of our experience and not intended as medical advice. So much has happened since my last post. I had decided that my clothes were fitting me a bit awkwardly so Kaytlin and I went shopping for a few new items for me. I was pleasantly surprised to find that I was down a size at … [Read more...]
