Working moms are often too busy in the morning to prepare complicated lunches—for themselves or for their kids! However, many convenience foods are too high in fat and sugar. Here are some quick and easy lunchbox ideas that will give kids the energy and nutrition they need to do well in school. … [Read more...] about Quick and healthy lunchbox ideas
Encouraging teens to make healthy food choices
Pizza, Frappuccino, diet soda--these are the staples in many teen diets. Unfortunately these are full of empty calories, and adolescence is a critical age. Your teen will be going through a big growth spurt. Her body is changing and she needs as many vitamins and minerals are she gets. But most teens are not going to take any advice from parents, so our lectures on proper … [Read more...] about Encouraging teens to make healthy food choices
How acupuncture can help improve fertility
When my husband and i discovered we had some fertility issues, several people suggested that we tried acupuncture. I was wary. The thought of long needles not only filled me with dread, but my brain struggled to comprehend how they could help me get pregnant. It just didn't make sense. But there does seem to be some evidence that acupuncture can improve fertility. In fact, … [Read more...] about How acupuncture can help improve fertility
Are you too dependent on your boyfriend?
Are you too dependent on your boyfriend? Many strong and intelligent women turn into a damsel in distress when their man is within whining distance. 'Can you open this jar for me? Oh, this DVD manual is so confusing—please figure this out for me, honey.' It's as if, overnight, we've lost our ability to tinker with gadgets or change a lightbulb. But having a man shouldn't … [Read more...] about Are you too dependent on your boyfriend?
What to do when your child keeps bragging
Is your child a braggart? 'I'm the smartest kid in school.' 'I've got more Lego than you!' 'I got a higher Math score than you did!' No, your child isn't being obnoxious. He's just learning social skills, and he doesn't know how to assert himself without putting people off. It's also normal for them to start comparing themselves to peers, and react to another child's … [Read more...] about What to do when your child keeps bragging