Health + Wellness

For a woman who takes great pride in possessing an extreme amount of patience, admitting that I morphed into a screaming mom who yells at instead of speaks to her children is embarrassing. I have the fortitude to sit...

An Apple A Day! It’s officially fall and, as of this last weekend, it finally feels like fall! For our family, this time of year is all about festivals, pumpkin carving, and all things apples! Apple cider, apple and pecan...

This week has been emotional for me, to say the least. I'm preparing for my son's 1st birthday. I've gathered newborn photos, compiled mementos, written about his milestones, and done a fair share of crying through it all! He's...

With the new school year in full swing, you're probably already busy with after school activities and sports programs but I just wanted to remind you that it's not too late to add getting your child immunized to your...

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month, I'm sharing my own personal story with the village. You all know the two "fun" parts of a physical as a woman: 1) the pelvic exam and 2) the breast exam....

I love seeing a diverse group of people coming together for a common passion: A grandpa who has sat in the same seat for 45 years Parents introducing their children to their alma mater for the first time College...

My daughter is turning 9 soon! She’s opinionated, sweet, sassy, independent, smart, bossy, emotional, and confident with a side of anxiety. She’s noticing the changes in her body physically and she’s not sure of her place. This adds to...

If you have children living in your house, I feel comfortable assuming you spend part of each day attempting to sneak the good stuff into their diets. In full disclosure, this exercise in parenting is challenging for me. I...

According to Time Magazine, nearly 70% of Americans receive a routine medical checkup, while 90% of Americans believe it is important. Clearly, people value knowing how things are going. Routine checkups can be helpful to learn what we don't...

Bloom is an annual City Moms Blog Network event for new and expecting moms, hosted by local area Moms Blogs throughout the country. Bloom events feature local businesses who cater to moms, guest speakers, and lots of swag. I...