Are you looking for sweet and healthy delicious breakfast or dessert? Try this Maple Cornmeal Cake made with plain Kefir. The cake is super easy to make in the morning or perfect for a weekend brunch. The cake keeps well for a couple of days so it’s easy to make ahead of time. If you […]
Tag: Health
Nothing is more important than our health – and that includes moms and children. How to live a healthy and sustainable lifestyle is in the forefront of the resources we provide to parents. There are so many factors in our daily lives that contribute to our overall health – nutrition, environment, products – it is important for us to take a holistic look at how we can better our health in all we do. Our articles provide tips and advice that we can all use to create a better environment for ourselves and our families. Moms move the world; let’s make it a healthier one.
Breastfeeding Basics: Everything Moms Need to Know – Teleclass Re-Cap
This week, we held an important and highly engaging teleclass, generously sponsored by Lansinoh and expertly presented by Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Gina Ciagne. Gina covered such topics as preparing for breastfeeding before baby arrives, tips to overcome some of the most common breastfeeding issues – like engorgement and milk supply concerns, preparing to return […]
40 and Pregnant
As I write this to you, I am 20 weeks pregnant, filled with gratitude and feeling some precious little baby kicks in my belly. It’s a beautiful, amazing and surreal thing. Perhaps it’s even more amazing that I am healthily pregnant at 40. Not to mention, it happened the old fashioned way, on the second […]
From Sniffles to Stitches: Caring for Your Child’s Health – Teleclass Re-Cap
As a parent, your child’s health is of the utmost importance. This week, we held an informative and important teleclass, generously sponsored by Pager and expertly presented by Kim Henderson, MD, JD, experienced emergency medicine physician and loving mother. The class provided guidance on how to keep your child healthy, what conditions to keep an eye […]
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 […]
Allergies: How To Feed Our Children On This Changing Landscape – Teleclass Re-Cap
1 in 3 American children now has allergies, autism, ADHD or asthma. This staggering statistic makes it difficult to ignore the role that additives in our food supply are having on our health. Busy moms may be wondering how it would be possible to make significant changes in your family’s kitchen – especially with limited […]
Reclaiming Your Inner Zen in the Beautiful Chaos of Motherhood: Teleclass Re-cap
Motherhood is the most wonderful, wild, unpredictable adventure! Filled with highs, lows, peaks and valleys, it’s bound to throw even the most relaxed moms for a loop. If you ever feel overwhelmed, know this: you’re NOT alone. What if you could make a quick modification to your daily routine and skyrocket your confidence, happiness and […]
Music Matters- Learning for the Hearts & Minds of Young Children: Teleclass Re-Cap
We hear a lot about why music is good for children, particularly in terms of its impact on later academic achievement. Why does music matter? Does Mozart make you smarter in the short and long term? What are the many benefits of a musical life from birth? Last week, we held a highly informative and […]