A few weeks ago I was in my doctor’s office for an annual checkup. Having known my doctor for many years, I asked how his boys, who are now in high school, were doing. He rolled his eyes and said, “They’re great…not getting much sleep, but that’s what four AP classes will do to you!” He said it as though these AP classes were a badge of honor and that sleep … [Read more...] about Stress Doesn’t Mean Success: Are Kids Overloading On AP Classes?
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Pilates Classes for Pregnancy
Exercising during your pregnancy helps keep you and your baby healthy. Certain exercises can also help you prepare for labor, such as Pilates. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, Pilates strengthens your core, or the abdominal, back and pelvic muscles, which can become weak during pregnancy. While most Pilates exercises are safe for pregnancy, a number are … [Read more...] about Pilates Classes for Pregnancy
Online Classes — on your own time…
Monday is "Mind" day where we tackle topics related to education and career to here's yesterday's post... My oldest daughter is almost 12. That's about as long as I have been planning to take a class at a local college. Each semester the course catalog comes in and I peruse it with high hopes of learning about world history! or American literature! or Greek … [Read more...] about Online Classes — on your own time…
Pregnancy Exercise Classes
Staying fit during pregnancy can reduce discomfort, increase your energy level and improve your stamina and strength for labor. You can opt for low impact cardiovascular activities, continue your previous fitness activities or take prenatal or pregnancy exercise classes. Pregnancy exercise classes offer a safe option for pregnant women looking to get or stay fit, and can be an … [Read more...] about Pregnancy Exercise Classes
Yoga Classes for Baby
Yoga has physical and emotional benefits. Many yoga studios that offer prenatal yoga also offer parent-and-baby yoga classes. You can choose a yoga class for new parents that integrate babies into the poses, or opt for a yoga-for-babies class that entertains and invigorates babies and toddlers with games, stretches and playful exercises. If yoga is part of your lifestyle, … [Read more...] about Yoga Classes for Baby