Staying Healthy During Pregnancy
Eating healthy during pregnancy is important for you and your baby. It can be confusing to know which foods are safe to eat during pregnancy and which ones you should avoid. There are some foods that you should continue eating or up your intake of when you are pregnant. Eating these foods can help you to get the right nourishment for your baby and keep you healthy as well. Here’s a look at some of the top foods you should be eating during pregnancy. Photo by Garon Piceli Dairy Eating dairy products is a good idea when you are pregnant. Pregnancy requires you to consume a…
Healthy Living Advice For All The Family
Supporting the health of your family is a primary concern no matter what stage you’re at, but it’s even more crucial if you have a younger family with kids and teenagers. Encouraging them to live healthy lifestyles is part of your responsibility as a parent, so here is a good place to start. Image Credit Healthy Eating These days, many children, teenagers, and adults are overweight due to sedentary lifestyles. In fact, around one-third of Americans are obese, around 12.6 million children and teens. That’s not surprising when you consider the types of feed we consume and the lack of physical activity. In the past, the…
Looking To The Future With A Renewed Sense Of Self
When you change how you look at things, the things you look at change. Heaven and hell are not a place, but a state of mind. When you hear quotes like this, it’s easy to agree with them and then to move on with your day as if nothing ever happened. Now, that’s not to say you should be floored by a nice quote you see on a gradient background when posted to someone’s Instagram, but it can sometimes show us that there is a precedent for looking at things anew, and when we’re ready for the next chapter in our lives, it’s considerations like this that can help…
Mom’s Battle with Insomnia: Causes, Cures, and What You Need to Know
It’s no secret that insomnia is a common problem for people of all ages, but it can be particularly challenging for mothers. Due to the many competing demands on their time and energy, moms are often among the most sleep-deprived members of society. If you’re struggling with insomnia, don’t worry – you’re not alone. This blog post will discuss what insomnia is, the causes and cures, and what you need to know in order to get the best possible sleep. Via Pexels So, what is insomnia? Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. People with insomnia often wake up feeling…
How To Set Up Your Family’s Long-Term Finances
Making the right personal finance decisions can secure your family’s future. Indeed, keeping the family comfortable means saving money at the least opportunity. This is even more crucial since you will not always be around. The statistics indicate that 54% of women in the country have families looking up to them. As breadwinners, there is so much pressure to provide. However, there are some ways to ensure your family is financially secure for a long time. Below are a few. Invest in long-term financial packages Image Credit Your family’s stable financial future depends on you. It is why you may want to consider long-term financial packages. This is financial planning that has…
Do You Know What The Family Is Going To Be Doing Next Summer?
Unfortunately, summer is nearly over and it’s time to start thinking about fall and winter. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t start planning your next summer vacation just yet. As a parent, you have a lot more on your plate when you’re planning a vacation for your family, so planning this far in advance makes sense. Not only that, but booking something now will allow you to save enough money for your vacation while also giving you and your family something to look forward to. Have a look at the following suggestions for summer vacations that are suitable for families and see if any of them pique your interest.…
Smart Tips For Preventing A Boring Road Trip
If you have never been on a road trip, you may want to have one planned before the year ends. It will be an opportunity to go on an adventure, have fun and make memories. Some statistics report that 64% of Americans believe road trips are perfect for experiencing unplanned and unrestrained fun moments. However, for a more purposeful trip, you will want to plan to prevent boredom and emptiness. Below is a list of fun activity tips that may make all the difference as you hit the road alone, with friends or family. Image Credit Take a moment to enjoy the scenery What is the purpose of…
Raising Healthy, Happy Kids: Simple Steps For Busy Parents
Raising children is one of the greatest privileges, but it’s also one of the most challenging tasks we take on. As parents, it’s natural to want the best for our kids, but it’s not always easy to promote healthy living and achieve a balance between parenting and other commitments. If you feel like you’re swimming against the tide and you’re not living up to the image of perfection presented by social media, don’t panic. In this guide, we’ll explore some simple steps you can take to raise healthy, happy children. Picture courtesy of https://www.pexels.com/photo/family-of-four-walking-at-the-street-2253879/ Active living Being active is beneficial for all age groups. Regular exercise helps…
Beaches Close To Atlanta
My family is definitely more beach life than snow and ski now and we are always looking at beaches under a six hour drive from the Atlanta area. Hilton Head is our go to as the convenience is tough to beat. We visited over Memorial Day and have more details and updates from my last post. I am also including surrounding beaches that are within a six hour drive. This visit we stayed north at the Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Club. To date this has been the best VRBO and location! In Folly Field our adorable one bedroom with bunk beds in the hallway was perfect for the three…
Want Well-Rounded Children? It’s All About Healthy Development
Researchers believe that the first five years of a child’s life are essential. If you can give them the right experience early on, they’re much more likely to develop into healthy teenagers and adults. You’ll avoid all the drama, tantrums, and emotional complexity involved in dysfunctional development. But what exactly should parents be doing? Nobody teaches us. Instead, we’re left with the same strategies our parents used on us, and heaven knows, they weren’t always ideal. In this post, we take a look at some of the things that professionals recommend – the result of decades of research, trial and error. Unsplash – CC0 License …
