Summer is here again, signaling the time for fun in the sun. However, finding a minute for yourself is practically impossible when you have little ones around. Juggling household chores and child care, among other responsibilities, can be all-consuming. Even superheroes must recharge. To be the best version of yourself, you need self-care to maintain your well-being. Here are seven practical ways stay-at-home moms (SAHM) can have me-time this summer, no matter ...
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Summer is the best time for kids to go to the beach, soak in the sun and take vacations. With so much going on, minor wounds and injuries are often inevitable while playing. Extreme heat can also cause dehydration and heat cramps. Overcome all these summer woes by learning natural and home remedies for first aid. Antibacterial Ointment for Scrapes, Cuts and Wounds It's natural for kids to be clumsy. Sometimes, they ...
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Exercising during pregnancy comes with a multitude of benefits. It can alleviate back pain and other uncomfortable symptoms, improve energy levels, improve sleep quality, reduce swelling, and lower incidences of gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. Continuing to exercise during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for your changing body, mental health, and growing baby! First, however, you need to consider your changing anatomy and make the proper modifications ...
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As a new mom, it’s ok to feel sad. It’s ok to be overwhelmed. It’s even ok to feel a little lost. After my second child was born, I felt lost in every way imaginable. Between the weight of being a new mom of two and the literal post-baby 70-pound weight gain, I wasn’t sure how to find my way back to myself. The best thing I ever did, was to stop putting myself ...
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Back to school and PSL seasons are here, and it’s my favorite time of the year! While I don’t have a kiddo in school quite yet (she just turned one), we will be out and about doing all the fall activities we can get our hands on! A quick note about me: I worked both behind the chair and on set for over ten years as a hairstylist and makeup artist, ...
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A few years ago, my life, mentality, and physical health looked a lot different than it does today. After enduring the impacts of an unhealthy second pregnancy, I found myself still gaining weight. I felt isolated and disconnected. After feeling less and less like myself, barely recognizing the woman in the mirror, I decided to stop putting my happiness on hold and step into action toward change. I knew I had ...
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For kids, the BEST part of Halloween is deciding what they want to be this year. They often go the entire year talking about what costume they want! They usually do not meet the expectations. Kids' imaginations are limitless and creative, but costumes stores can sometimes fall flat. Before you run off in a panic and empty your wallet at some costume store, consider what you have buried in the ...
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We have a secret... It’s a bit of a dirty, little secret, in the sense that no one wants to talk about it. Shrouded in shame, embarrassment, and denial, keeping this secret can often do more harm than good. Remember how your parents used to say, “honesty is the best policy”? Well, in honor of Baby Safety Month, we’re going to be very honest, and tell you something no one ...
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Written by Fiorella Rollins Contributions by Jen Saxton, Founder & CEO, totsquad.com Your baby’s stroller is COVERED in germs and bacteria. Germs, mold, strep, and staph bacteria commonly lurk in baby gear. In fact, the website ASecureLife studied the amount and the types of germs on 10 household items in homes with young children. While you might think that phones or remotes were on the top of the list, you’d be surprised to learn ...
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Designing a nursery these days is a lot more complicated than it seems. There are so many products available, and that can be overwhelming. Between personal recommendations, the internet, and social media, it can become overwhelming. I always tell my clients that the most important thing about the nursery is its safety, first and foremost. My new book, Your Perfect Nursery, has a whole chapter dedicated to nursery safety for this ...
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