Tummy time for babies is time spent in a prone position while awake and supervised. It is important for babies to assist in the development of the muscles in their neck, arms, and stomach and to improve coordination, balance, and posture. Tummy time can be started with babies as young...
Pregnancy may preserve your memory. Studies reveal the potential benefits of pregnancy after age thirty-five. These include improved cognition and prevention of later life memory loss. Hormones may play a significant role in brain chemistry and function. Therefore, pregnancy and contraceptive pills which impact hormone levels may have a positive...
When pregnant we tend to think we deserve to eat what we want, when we want! Good luck getting in between a pregnant mom and her craving. Recent studies are doing just that though, in an effort to help the youngsters we are bringing into the world. Licorice. It’s now...
Most women who give birth are usually unhappy with their bodies after such a life changing event. But, Desiree will make women think totally differently. She speaks from the heart when it comes to her stretch marks and redefines a woman’s postpartum body as well as mentally and spiritual well-being....
For today’s kids, Valentine’s Day has turned into a gift giving holiday. Gone are they days when children simply handed out inexpensive valentines to the classmates and teachers. Parents are stressed to outdo each other. Small (and large) gifts are now the expectation. And along with this expectation comes a...
Ever since our children were very young, we worried that it would be difficult to teach them about money because most of the transactions we take care of are not visible to them. Paying bills just looks like typing on the computer. These days, I pay for Starbucks and for...
Mothers typically prioritize the needs of their children first. A new book suggests this is the last thing mothers should be doing. Instead the book suggests ways moms may confidently assert their independence from their families and looking after themselves first. Following this advice may make moms more grateful, patient,...
My older daughter pushed the nursing home elevator button while gripping the cat carrier with her opposite hand. Inside was the cat she picked from a litter of foster kittens and said, “I am supposed to have this one, Mom. I just know it.” “But I promised your dad we...
The first time we took Lion out of the country at 15 months old, he got sick within the first 24 hours. I tend to overpack, particularly when it comes to medicines and first aid supplies, and I was grateful to have all the supplies I did. Depending on the...
Is there a benefit to pushing a kid to do something that clearly causes them anxiety? Teaching children resilience or infusing them with grit has been a much promoted topic recently. Hear one mom’s story of putting aside popular wisdom to put first her son’s emotional needs after a traumatic...