Do you feel a little bummed out in the winter? The two of us definitely favor the warm, sunny summer months and Tammy even named her daughter Summer, since we love the season so much. And in the winter we tend to feel less happy. It turns out, there’s actually a reason why! When we’re exposed to sunlight our brains produce … Read More about Six Simple Food Tricks To Beat The Winter Blues
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Eggplant Parmesan Recipe [Vegan]
Eggplant is a vegetable I don’t buy all that often. Once in while I feel inspired to pick produce I don’t normally eat to get more … Read More about Eggplant Parmesan Recipe [Vegan]
Heart Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
Baking brings me so much joy! I love everything from brainstorming ideas to creating, the process itself, and the end result. … Read More about Heart Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
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How to Get Your Teen to Stop Texting While Driving
Teenagers are addicted to texting. They are expected to respond to text messages instantaneously and have no problem putting a stop to whatever it is they are doing in order to reply. This becomes a huge problem when what they are doing is operating a motorized vehicle. Many parents worry about distracted driving, and rightfully so. This is an issue that all drivers face, … [Read More...] about How to Get Your Teen to Stop Texting While Driving
The Negative Effects of Single Parent Homes on Children
Most single parents want the best for their children despite the circumstances. Although there are an increasing number of single parent homes in the U.S., the effects can often be long-term for kids who are in the care of a single mother or father. When you want to learn about how children are affected by living in a single parent home, there are a few important facts to … [Read More...] about The Negative Effects of Single Parent Homes on Children
Can You Get Pregnant on Birth Control Pill If You Miss One Day?
Birth control pills offer reliable and easy-to-use contraception, but sometimes life gets in the way and you simply forget to take a pill or miss a pill due to illness. Knowing what to do for a missed pill and how to effectively manage this situation can keep you feeling safe and prevent an unplanned pregnancy. The answer to your question, can you get pregnant on birth … [Read More...] about Can You Get Pregnant on Birth Control Pill If You Miss One Day?
How Early to Take a Pregnancy Test
If you are trying to become pregnant or suspect you might be, finding out for certain is probably at the forefront of your mind. You might be tempted to run out and take a pregnancy test days after you think you might have conceived. While many women can get accurate test results before they even miss a period, not knowing how early to take a pregnancy test can lead to … [Read More...] about How Early to Take a Pregnancy Test
When to Take a Toddler to the Emergency Room With a Fever
When you touch your toddler's forehead and it feels like she's burning up, it's natural to hit the parent panic button and wonder if you need to make a visit with your toddler to the emergency room with a fever. In most cases, though, a fever by itself doesn't warrant an emergency room visit. Knowing how to measure and treat your child's fever can help you avoid a trip … [Read More...] about When to Take a Toddler to the Emergency Room With a Fever
How to Tell If You Are Pregnant While Breastfeeding
While it's a common misconception that breastfeeding prevents you from getting pregnant again, many new moms end up with two babies close in age because they thought they were protected. The fact is, it's possible to ovulate while breastfeeding, which means you can conceive if you're sexually active during your fertile time. Here are some indications to tell if you are … [Read More...] about How to Tell If You Are Pregnant While Breastfeeding
Can a Women Get Pregnant if She Is Not Ovulating?
Can a women get pregnant if she is not ovulating. Technically, no. According to the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, an egg must be released from a woman's ovary for pregnancy to occur. This process is called ovulation. During ovulation, a mature egg is released from the ovary and travels down the fallopian tube where it becomes available for fertilization. If … [Read More...] about Can a Women Get Pregnant if She Is Not Ovulating?
Causes of Dizziness in Pregnancy
While dizziness in pregnancy may be cause for concern, this generally temporary lightheadedness is usually the result of a benign pregnancy-related cause. A lot is going on in your body when you are pregnant, and it can have an impact on your overall circulation. Often, this inhibited circulation leads to dizziness in pregnancy and, as a result, lightheadedness that is … [Read More...] about Causes of Dizziness in Pregnancy
When Is a Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed?
When Is a Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed? The toddler bed is special to kids and parents alike. As a mom, the idea of retiring the old toddler bed or passing it along to someone else probably isn’t on the top of your to-do list. After all, we love our kids and want to keep them little as long as we can. The toddler bed is one of the last things we have that holds our … [Read More...] about When Is a Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed?
Signs of Allergies to Infant Formula
If you introduce infant formula to your baby, you'll probably want to be on the alert for signs of an allergy, especially if allergies run in your--or the baby's father's--family. Most infant formula includes cow's milk or soy products in the ingredients. In cases of infant formula allergies, cow's milk protein is the most common allergen. Still, allergies to infant … [Read More...] about Signs of Allergies to Infant Formula