Search Results for: converting
10 Foods to Improve Sperm Count and Quality
Getting pregnant is not always as easy as we think it should be. One common problem is a low sperm count, but the good news is that there are foods that are not only super tasty, but super good for sperm. The best part? Some of these foods are also aphrodisiacs… so if you’ve gotten a little bored with getting it on to get prego, whip up a menu based on these sexy foods.
Why Is Yogurt Good for Women?
There are a number of practical reasons why yogurt should be included as a regular food source in a woman’s diet. Since calcium is needed for maintaining strong bones, women who do not meet the daily requirements for calcium are at greater risk for developing osteoporosis, which could eventually lead to bone fractures in the hip, spine or wrist. An 8-oz. cup of plain low-fat yogurt contains more calcium than an equal serving of milk, but you should choose a brand that is low in fat and calories and has few additives.
Back to School Must-Haves 2016
While we have mixed feelings about the kids going back to school, we are sure about one thing - our love for new school products and supplies! Here are just some of our faves! Backpacks Velocity backpack from Speck - this lightweight backpack is designed to carry (and protect) most 15-inch laptops with a padded…
Dangers of Drop Side Cribs
Are Parents Ignoring the Dangers of Drop Side Cribs? Search Data Says Yes. I learned recently that many parents are ignoring some of the most important sleep safety practices. In the United States, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death, but since the since the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) decided…
No Child Left Alone?
When I was growing up in Washington, DC in the 1970s, I spent most of the hot, humid summers exploring my neighborhood, kicking around my elementary school playground, and walking neighbors dogs at the local park across the street from my house. Except for quick meals, I was rarely home between 9am and full dark. Wherever I happened to spend my days, my mom was not there with me. She had four kids and a …