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Forty and Fertile
Im turning 40 this summer and am really looking forward to it. Ive earned my stripes (and grays) and am ready to step into the next phase of my life. Theres something very sexy about being a woman in my forties: Im more grounded, more real, and more comfortable in my skin.
My House, My Rules!
Ive somehow managed to gain the seal of approval from my daughters friends and become the unofficial go-to adult in cases of personal crisis. Its no small accomplishment, when you consider that the teenagers circle is one private club where membership is not for sale. I feel quite privileged to be trusted by them.
10 Weight Loss Tips for Overweight Kids
Being overweight might be an awkward phase your child is experiencing, or it could be a precursor of things to come. When a child is overweight, he may feel uncomfortable or inadequate and continue to feed those negative feelings with more food. As the child ages his feelings may turn to despair and he may settle for a life without physical activity, which will not be healthy. As a parent, you can change the course of this unhealthy cycle. It’s important not to comfort the child with food when he is sad or upset. Affection, kind words and listening may be all the child needs, rather than an ice cream cone or a treat. Focus on the child’s behavior, and call out the behavior not the child. Eating candy before dinner may be a bad idea for an overweight child, but that does not mean the child is bad. Thwart the behavior without hurting the child’s feelings if you want to help the overweight child reach a healthy weight.