Health + Wellness

Are lurking toxins making your family sick? Some of the hidden health dangers are all around us and we are exposed daily without even knowing. A mom shares her journey on toxins and health.... “For a long time, my daughter...

So many times I have heard this remark from friends and family: “Give yourself a break. You deserve it!” But how does a deep-thinking, over-booked, over-worked, exhausted, perfectionist single mother work up the courage and give herself the time to...

Fall is officially here! Especially with the last few days of brisk, cool weather! If there's one thing that says fall... it's pumpkins! Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin bread, pumpkin cheesecake. Of course Publix has rows of perfectly aligned pumpkin purée striping...

Looking for some healthy, weatherproof fun for your kids? Look no further than My Gym! When it comes to capturing the interest of active toddlers and teens (and parents too!), My Gym Lake Mary and My Gym Maitland are...

Pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes, but you mostly see them the traditional fall colors like orange, white, and green. Until now! You may start seeing your neighbors' stoops donning a teal pumpkin this Halloween and many parents...

Foot pain is no laughing matter, especially when you’re a person like me who spends the majority of the day on her feet. Whether it’s standing for long periods at work, participating in a sport, or strolling around your...

This quote popped up on my Facebook newsfeed today: IF YOU WAIT LONG ENOUGH TO MAKE DINNER, EVERYONE WILL JUST EAT CEREAL. IT'S SCIENCE* At my house you can substitute "cinnamon toast" or "a bagel with cream cheese" for "cereal" and BAM! you...

Parenting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have in your life. There’s nothing like watching your kids grow up and being able to guide them along the way. But, ask any parent and they’ll likely tell...

It might be a little cooler outside now that summer is over, but that shouldn’t mean fall is simply a time to hibernate away and fear that everyone will catch flus and colds.  A child’s healthy development relies on the...

Can you believe it's ALMOST back to school time?! This summer has both flown and creeped by - seemingly at the same time. Now that I'll have three kiddos in school, I want to share a bit about how...

Your first kiss. Your graduation. A dream vacation. Life is full of beautiful moments that we won’t soon forget, even as the years go by. Positive, happy memories can be a bulwark in times of stress or uncertainty. Of...

OK, so some of you know that I had bariatric surgery (or sleeve gastrectomy, to use the technical term) about a month and a half ago. My main goal is to get my diabetes under control through eating right...

These items were provided to me by McDonald's to give out how I see fit. McDonald's also provided me the link about their Favorites Under 400 menu. Is eating better one of your New Year's resolutions? It's one of mine! What...

It is time to let go of the guilt about sleep training! That's right mama, there is so much good that can come from sleep training your baby or child that it can outweigh the hard few days that...

Food safety isn’t always the first thing everyone thinks about when planning for the holidays. While your source of the food supply is safe, some people can be at risk of foodborne illnesses. During the holidays, maintaining food safety can...