Nowadays, parenting is a bit challenging. It is not as simple as providing proper nutrition and some minutes of physical activity to prevent kids from developing diabetes and obesity. In this generation, parents need to be fully armed to win unhealthy temptations. Parents have to consider the environment in which their kids grow up. Also, they must take care of their mental health to bring up their kids in a healthy way. Kids need affection from their parents and friends. If you are … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Help your Baby’s Brain Development
As a Mom I want to do whatever I can to help my children grow up healthy and happy. This doesn't magically just happen, you have to take purposeful steps to help your kids grow up healthy and happy. I'm again starting the beginning stages with my baby and so here are 5 ways I'm helping my baby's brain develop. Healthy Foods When it's time for baby's first foods you should choose food that is healthy. Baby's first foods are really exciting! This Gerber cereal is awesome. Just two servings of … [Read more...]
Building a Foundation of Life Long Health
As a Mother I want to do what is best for my kids, always. When I was pregnant with my first child I knew that I wanted to breastfeed and hoped that I would be able to do it. I had friends that had struggled with breastfeeding and some that weren't able to at all, so I hoped this would be in my future. Regardless of how my baby ended up getting fed, my most important goal was building a foundation of life long health for that baby.Breastfeeding worked out well for my first two children. I … [Read more...]
Gululu Interactive Water Bottle Makes Hydration Fun
It seems I am always telling my kids (and husband) to drink more water. They all get so dry in the winter months and so I have to keep reminding them that drinking adequate amounts of water will help them. My kids especially forget to drink water throughout the day and so when they are home I keep reminding them. When I learned about the Gululu Interactive Water Bottle I was really interested and impressed. Talk about seeing a need and filling it.The Gululu is an interactive water bottle … [Read more...]
Tips to Help Your Baby Be Healthy
Every parent wants their baby to be healthy. When your baby is born healthy, you give thanks. There are also some things you can do to keep your baby as healthy as possible after birth. Check out these 8 ways you can help your baby be healthy.Take proper vitaminsYou can help your baby be healthy by taking vitamins. Vitamins are wonderful for the nursing mother. They are also great for the formula feeding mother as a healthy mama can help keep baby happy and healthy.Give your baby … [Read more...]
Dosing Dilemma Decoded by Children’s Mercy
This post has been sponsored a Children's Mercy Hospital Mom Ambassador. All opinions are my own. Your experience may differ. When it comes to giving your kids medicine, each medication is a little bit different. It is always a good idea to be cautious when giving your kids medication. Not only can dosing incorrectly affect your child in the present, but in can affect your child in the future.Currently, Children’s Mercy is exploring a new platform, aptly called GOLDILOKs, that helps … [Read more...]
Are you #UrgentCarePrepared?
I grew up in a family that didn't go to the doctor often. We didn't get sick often so we just didn't go to the doctor. As I grew, hit puberty and had acne explode on my face, all of the sudden I was interested in going to a doctor regularly to get help for that problem. Being a child I didn't ever know all the circumstances around choosing a doctor or anything of the details but my "regular doctor" was the urgent care. Perhaps it was just that we didn't need an appointment, we could get in … [Read more...]
How Water Helps Weightloss
Starting a weight loss program is hard enough. It can not only be overwhelming, but it can be mentally and physically challenging. It's hard to know where to start! That is why I recommend starting with one simple step. Water. It's an easy step to start with. Everyone can do it! Here is how it is going to help you with weight loss:Ice it up! Drink your water over ice or cold. Your body will have to burn calories to warm up the water and it's a win-win! Hydration AND calorie burning. Keep … [Read more...]
Receiving Care at Home with Doctor on Demand
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Doctor On Demand. I received a free trial coupon code to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.Getting to the doctor can be hard. I am usually able to take my kids without a problem but when I need to go, that gets a little tricky. When I go to the doctor I don't want to bring all my kids with me, I just want to go in and out. I am a little scared of all the germs … [Read more...]
Tips for Staying Healthy in Winter
Winter is a wonderful time of year where colds and the flu are prevalent. After having children, I began researching healthier alternatives to many things including immunity. I would love to share with you some tips that have worked for my family for keeping healthy this winter. Let’s begin with some healthy living strategies that should be your goal year round. By doing so, when sickness strikes, your body is strong and ready to fight it!Frequently wash (and dry) your hands. This is … [Read more...]
Back to School with MinuteClinic
Disclosure: I have received promotional consideration from MinuteClinic. For us Back to School is right around the corner. My kids go back in the middle of August. This year is even more exciting for our family because we will have a new Kindergartener. While it is exciting for my son to be growing up and starting school, it also means time for more vaccinations.I am in my early 30's (I hate admitting that!) but even I can still remember the day I had to get all my … [Read more...]
Long Lasting Hand Sanitizer
Disclosure: I received a free product sample for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.Father's Day falls during summer break. This year instead of getting Dad a tie or some socks, try getting him some Zylast. Zylast is a revolutionary hand sanitizer that offers persistent protection for up to six hours.I have used a lot of hand sanitizers because of having three children. We use them when we go out, after we've been at church, after grocery … [Read more...]
Disinfecting With Lysol to Stay Healthy this Cold and Flu Season
Disclosure: I received free product samples for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ. Cold and Flu season is here! It has been hitting my house hard and long. We have all been sick basically for two months. We are starting to come out of it so you can bet my whole home is getting the Lysol treatment on a daily basis to ensure that we will stay healthy!Lysol has some really great products to help kill germs that I didn't even know … [Read more...]
Sponsored Video: Chlorajam
This post is sponsored by Chloraseptic.Being sick is the pits.I am usually a pretty healthy person but for some reason this winter I have been down with a cold and then kicked while I was down with another cold and sinus infection that just wouldn't leave! Each member of my family has also been sick. I am so grateful for all the medical advances that create medicine to help my family and me feel better when we are feeling horrible. When we are sick and our throat is on fire, why feel this … [Read more...]
Bowflex UpperCut
Disclosure: I received a free product sample for review in my Holiday Gift Guide. All experiences and opinion are my own. Yours may differ. As soon as Christmas passes everyone's minds turn to the New Year and improving their lives. This year, the Bowflex UpperCut can be your assistant in become more fit and building muscle. If you are thinking about those things for your New Year's resolutions, then the UpperCut would make a great gift!The Bowflex UpperCut is designed for … [Read more...]
