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Do You Have What It Takes To Coach Your Own Kid?

I recently asked my brother if he wanted to coach my four-year-old son’s basketball team. Since my brother John has played basketball all his life (starting from age five, through high school, into college and he still plays the occasional pickup game with friends), I thoughthe would jump at the opportunity to help young children learn a sport he loves while at the same time bonding with his nephew (and godson). So I was shocked at his quick, but honest, response, I dont think I have patience for the younger kids, but definitely when he’s older.

5 mins read

School Lunch: Brown Bag It!

We have been bombarded lately with media stories about food and nutrition and how the ‘Supersize Me’ generation has affected our kids’ health. Obesity has doubled in this country in the last 20 years, and type II diabetes is following in the same direction. As a result, one of the issues you may be concerned with is what your kids are being served in their school cafeterias. I watched an episode of Jamie Oliver’s “Food Revolution” and I was horrified at what some schools thought was food. I know some of you don’t feel like you have the time to pack a lunch, but truthfully, it can take 5 minutes. With the knowledge that your kids may be eating all refined and processed foods at school, you may want to consider “brown bagging” their lunches from now on. Here are some really great ideas that your kids will love — and you can have them help you make it!

3 mins read

Coach Handbag: Authentic vs. Fake

If you love Coach handbags, you are not alone. Buying them, however, can be an investment. Its no wonder that many Coach shoppers will be tempted to buy one at a discounted price. The problem in doing this, however, is that you may well be buying a fake. This means that not only will you not be getting a bargain, but that you are being ripped off as well.

5 mins read

Eating For Quality When Pregnant

There is a common misconception while pregnant, that eating for two means you need to consume more food. While pregnant you only need 250 -300 more calories then you do before you were pregnant. Chances are if you are eating a typical American diet you are getting way over the daily calories needed even without a baby growing inside. Instead of worrying about eating enough food, focus more on its value. Everything you put in your mouth goes right into your babys development, forming the structure from which they will grow. The healthier you eat the better you will feel and the stronger your body will be to support your pregnancy. You can shift your awareness simply asking yourself these two questions: How is this food feeding me? How is this fueling my babys development?