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Working out while pregnant keeps you feeling good about yourself. Plus, a fit body is more able to sustain the rigors of childbirth, ward off excessive weight gain and reduce your risk of complications, such as back pain and gestational diabetes…. More
It’s easy to get stuck in a baby shower planning rut. The whole blue and pink thing has been done a million times over, and it’s safe to say we’ve all probably attended a shower where sweet little animals were the theme of the day. Don’t get us wrong — all the above is absolutely adorable! That said, you may want to consider branching into more creative territory when planning your, or your friend’s, baby shower, for a truly memorable event. We hit up two planning experts for unique theme ideas and tips for how to make the shower a sweet success…. More
You know you should pack more veggies into your, and your family’s, mealtimes. After all, vegetables are some of the most nutrient-dense foods you can consume. The minerals, vitamins, fiber and phytonutrients in vegetables promote metabolic efficiency, mental and physical wellbeing and reduce your risk of chronic disease…. More
You’ve seen them in corporate offices, the school nurse’s office and even in home kitchens. But what are the essentials you should pack in your First-Aid kits? Dr. Susan Gaeta, a Houston, Texas-based internist, notes that “A proper First-Aid kit isn’t just about Band-Aids and aspirin,” and adds, “include different items that might be useful the event of an emergency or a natural disaster.” Invest in a few heavy-duty zip-top tote bags or backpacks and keep one at home and one in each of your family vehicles…. More
Remember those carefree days when you and your sweetheart could just hop in a car or on a plane and take some time off? Now, with one or more children or babies in tow, deciding what to pack for your trip can be overwhelming. But you don’t have to panic! Jennifer Lundy-Aguerre (MFT), from La Mesa, California-based Positive Change Counseling Center, stresses that it just takes a little planning to beat those what-to-pack blues. “By carefully considering your child’s favorite foods, toys, and games, you can pack to make the journey almost as enjoyable as the destination,” she says…. More
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