I think parenting has become way too serious. What do I mean by that? Well, it seems these days we are inundated with labels, an emphasis on getting our kids into the trendiest schools, and making sure they are “well-balanced” by filling the schedule with so many things. Sure, schedules are important; but sometimes we […]
Category: Healthy Living
Healthy Living is where you can find more about how to live a healthy and sustainable lifestyle as well as how to better your emotional health. There are so many factors in our daily lives that all contribute to our overall health – nutrition, environment, products, stress, relationships, etc. – it is important for us to take a holistic look at how we can better our health in all we do.
Each week we will invite healthy living pros to come share tips and tricks we can all use to create a better environment for ourselves, our families and largely our world. Moms move the world: let’s make it a healthier one!
The Mommybites’ Healthy Living section is co-hosted by Mott’s and Mommybites. This partnership does not influence the content, topics or posts made on this blog. We always give our honest opinions, findings, beliefs, or experiences on all topics, products, and services.
Baby Sleep During the Fourth Trimester: The Mysteries of Newborn Sleep
In my family sleep consulting practice, I often get calls from new parents asking about how to help their newborn sleep better. If I had the magical answer to that, I’d be a very rich person indeed! While newborns should dictate their own schedule, there are definitely ways in which you can begin to see […]
Early Labor: My Labor has Started! Now What?!
By far, one of the most frequently asked questions from students in regard to labor is, “How do I know if I am really in labor?” Followed by, “If it is really labor, then what do I do?” OK, let’s tackle the first question. As silly as it may sound, you will know it really […]
Helping Kids Learn With Everyday Activities
When we took our daughter to her first evaluation before Kindergarten, we didn’t know she would be tested. They tested her alphabet and counting, and since it was an immersion school, they tested in both English and Spanish. She missed some letters and numbers that we thought she knew. Before then, we made it a […]
The Mommy Friends Dating Game
Becoming a mother is an incredible, whirlwind journey that will leave you feeling fulfilled, honored, hopelessly in love, and utterly exhausted. You will undoubtedly have your good days and your bad days. Days when you feel completely on top of every aspect of your world and days when you feel like you cant get anything […]
Vegan Banana Date Bars
Are you looking for a snack or breakfast that is sweet, nutritious and full of fiber? Try these banana date bars, with a touch of light brown sugar and tons of flavor. The bars are made of simple ingredients that most people have in the kitchen, with the exception of dates, which have a long […]
Mommy Pick-Me-Ups
A Busy Mommy’s inner thoughts: “What time is it? What day is it? I’m so tired! Oh no the baby is crying! Where’s his blankey? What am I making for dinner? Did I shower today? How about yesterday? I think this shirt has spit up on it… Oh well. Where’s my brush? Forget it. I’ll […]
Lemon Blueberry Cake with Greek Yogurt
Are you looking for a cake that will is both delicious and nutritious? Try this recipe for Lemon Blueberry Cake with Greek Yogurt. The cake is moist, sweet and perfect for any time of the day. It’s also a great snack to pack in a lunchbox. With the warm weather approaching, I love to bake […]