If you have children that are school aged I’m sure that you have experienced the stress of homework. Children’s homework now seems to be totally harder than it was back when we were children and in school. That’s why I’m so excited about Splash Math. Splash Math is an award winning math program for kids […]
Clutter can be frustrating. You can work all day long and feel like you accomplished very little. Aside from simply being aggravating, it turns out that the stress which clutter promotes can lead to a host of physical and mental health issues. It all has to do with how your brain reacts to the clutter […]
I have another money saving tip for you today. If you are looking for my top Uses For Club Soda Check out my list below. Make fluffy pancakes: Make some tweaks to your favorite pancake recipe.Replace half the milk with club soda, the carbonation makes them fluffy. Water Your Houseplants: When you have soda that […]
Inflammation in your body can lead to a number of health concerns. Inflammation is caused in part due to the release of particular hormones. These hormones, like cortisol, nicknamed the “stress hormone”, are released at times of great stress and anxiety. Even mild stress, when it is chronic in nature, occurring all the time, promotes […]
Traveling by bus can be long but it is also an economic choice compared to airfare or driving. If you are making the trip with your children, here are some tips to help you and your family stay safe when making the journey by bus. Before planes became popular, most people traveled by bus. It […]
Fertility drugs are known to be prescribed obviously in order to enhance fertility. In women, it is used to stimulate ovary’s development or to enhance the ovulation to more than one egg in a cycle. Fertility drugs either start ovulation or strengthen them and make them release more than one egg in one […]
It is no big secret that exercise, proper nutrition, getting plenty of rest and drinking lots of water throughout the day is a proven recipe for health. Regarding exercise, is there a particular time of day when working out or staying physically active will deliver greater rewards? The answer to that question seems to be […]
You probably know that too much salt in your diet is bad for you. How much is too much? The American Heart Association recommends consuming a maximum of 1,500 mg of sodium each day. The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) suggests eating no more than 2,300 mg of salt on a daily basis. The FDA in […]
You have probably heard that 65% to 75% of your body is made up of water. That is why it is so important to stay hydrated. Your body needs to continually take on water (and a lot of it) to function properly. This affects not just your physical health, but your mental health as well. […]
What Happens When Your LDL Cholesterol Levels Are Too High Most of the waxy cholesterol found in your body is made by your liver, the rest comes from what you eat. In addition, cholesterol travels through your bloodstream as packets called lipoproteins. Not to mention, there is the bad LDL cholesterol and the good HDL […]
There are numerous benefits of skylights in terms of our personal well-being. For my family, we like the increase in natural sunlight without having to endure the heat or cold of the outdoors. Plus, there are the psychological effects of increased sunlight which just makes our rooms feel much happier and brighter. At the same […]
Busy moms do it all. From taking care of the kids, to working, and keeping the family close together, it can be overwhelming at times. Online shopping is just one more thing to add to that list, and without the proper knowledge, can be quite the headache. How to find the best deals […]
Living on a budget is the key to financial freedom, but getting started can be frustrating. When we look at our expenses and see all of those bills we’re paying every month, it’s easy to throw our hands up in disgust. But what about all those little expenses we incur? You might be surprised to […]
Dancing, and Looking Good Doing It Dancing has certainly taken off in popularity, and the reasons are numerous. Some of us credit the hit show Dancing with the Stars, especially because it brought back the spirit of competition. Looking your best, for those of us who participate in a dancing competition, regardless of […]
Being a woman, it is not easy to get a credit loan from banks on urgent basis. Every woman has some aim in her life, an aim of achieving a good lifestyle and status in society. If any woman ever has tried to get a loan to start a business, see yourself through […]
Children are a precious gift. We go through nine months of labor to bring that gift into the world. And, while we are overjoyed, our bodies are usually not. Here are a few tips to help you get your “before baby” body back after pregnancy. First of all, it doesn’t matter how many years you […]
With schedules being filled daily with sports and other extra curricular activities, along with mom and dads busy work schedules. We can loose sight of what is most important and before we know it, our little ones are not so little anymore. Do you ever find yourself looking at your child and wishing you […]
Most of us can remember the first book we ever read. Can you? Words are incredibly powerful. They invoke images of far away lands; scary castles; or princesses looking for their knights in shining armor. They can also become friends. Yes, books are the window through which your child sees and experiences different worlds; viewpoints; […]
Staying at home to care for the children is not a position that appeals to every woman. Being a stay-at-home mother comes with its own set of stressor’s like any other occupation. Here are some ways that stay-at-home moms can enjoy a less stressful life while caring for their families and their home. Staying at […]
Your lifestyle dictates how your body looks, feels and performs. If you stay up late each night, don’t get the rest you need, eat a lot of processed foods and avoid exercise, your health and energy will suffer. The same is true for your brain. There are lifestyle changes you can make right now which […]
Gaining the trust of your pet represents the cornerstone of a loving relationship. Without trust, there’s no real bond. Without that bond, you will have a fearful pet. This can become especially important with rescue animals, strays, or adoptees. Here’s five simple ways you can earn your pet’s trust. 1. Don’t Force It, Let Your […]
This post has been sponsored by TestingMom.com The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. If you are a mom like me, I am sure that you are always on the lookout for ways to make your children’s lives easier as well as your own especially when it comes to school work. Being a […]
4 Tips for Saving Money While Paying your Bills The key to keeping more money in your pocket is certain to rest in finding ways on a monthly basis to do so. The good news for you is there are numerous ways you can work to make this happen. Taking time to do your […]
This post has been sponsored by TestingMom.com The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. If you are a mom like me. I am sure that you are always on the look out for ways to make your children’s lives easier as well as your own especially when it comes to school work. […]
Resolution Drops is a liquid slimming drop supplement from Total Life Changes (TLC) which requires cardiovascular workouts or strength training and a restrictive 1,200 calorie dieting plan. But like other dietary supplements, Resolution Drops also claims that it can help you lose weight in just 23 days. The resolution drops by Total Life Changes are […]
Do you feel like you are always talking yourself out of success? As soon as you start to set goals for yourself, do you suddenly have nagging thoughts about how you aren’t up to the task or how you simply aren’t qualified to carry it through? Have you ever thought about Using Positive Self-Talk to Conquer […]
When you have “convenience” food bombarding you from every direction, it can be difficult to choose options that give your body the nourishment it needs. However, if you have daily reminders and effective tools at your disposal, you just may find that eating the right foods and feeding your body the best fuels […]
Many of the water-rich foods are high in fiber, but low in calories. Researchers have found that the body senses it is full by the volume of food and not the number of calories consumed. By filling up on water-rich foods first, you end up feeling full, eat less high-calorie foods and in […]
Long trips can be nothing to look forward to with young children. Sometimes, an airplane is the most practical way for the entire family to travel for holidays or just for vacation. But, is it also the most economical way to take a trip? Kids would probably like to travel by airplane but parents […]