Children who get their hands in the dirt have improved moods, better learning experiences and decreased anxiety, according to this study. Gardening gets children outside, builds their connection to the natural world and increases their love of eating fruits and veggies, all while providing moderate exercise. Research has also found …
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Finding Perspective
We all want to fit in. Whether we’re new moms, seasoned pros, or not sure we want to have children at all, we all want to be accepted by others. Whether we’re the one who wasn’t genuinely invited to the party, the awkward bridesmaid that didn’t keep in touch as much …
Read More »DIY Immune Support
This winter has been a doozy for illness. So many people have been sick, and the illnesses just seems to LINGER. Or it’s just one virus after another for weeks or months. It’s awful to hear about adults suffering, but I hate it when I hear that kids are sick for months …
Read More »4 Things I’d Like You to Know as You Turn 4
My first baby turned 4 years old today, and I don’t know what to do with myself. Time is the most cunning thief of all thieves. I’m in disbelief at where we’re at, leaving the “baby” stage behind with a now-4-year-old and a 19-month-old. Since I’m feeling sentimental today, I’ll …
Read More »My Response to the Social Media Comments about the March For Our Lives
So it’s been interesting to read comments on social media about the March for Our Lives. Let’s clear some things up. I consider myself a moderate. I am registered as a Republican (gasp!) and I tend to be conservative fiscally, but more liberal socially (for example, gay marriage is A-okay …
Read More »The Facts About Gestational Diabetes
So all you pregnant mommas know and love the infamous “1-hour glucose tolerance test” — or if it’s your first pregnancy, and you are early on, you will come to know and love it! If you’re like I was, particularly with this pregnancy, I had to psych myself up for …
Read More »Toothbrush 101 from The Smile Shop
There are endless options of toothbrushes these days and when you go to the store, the choices can be overwhelming. When it comes to manual vs. electric, there is no right or wrong answer. Studies have shown that when brushing with an electric toothbrush, people tend to brush longer, but …
Read More »How I Solved the ‘What’s for Dinner?’ Panic
I’ve been a mother for more than eight years. I’ve been a human for more than 37 years. And yet I am completely baffled by the notion that my family expects to eat dinner every night. Like, every. single. night. All the nights. They want dinner! It doesn’t even seem …
Read More »Winners of the 2018 Dolan Class Project Announced
Dolan Automotive Group is happy to announce the winners of the 2018 Dolan Class Project! We will start with the 10 winners of $2500….. 1. Hug ROTC 2. Hugh Gallagher 4th Grade 3. AACT Leadership 4. Eagle Co-Op Robotics 5. Pleasant Valley 5th Grade RYAN: 6. Caughlin Ranch 3rd Grade 7. …
Read More »My Family’s Year-of-Service Project
I’ve sentenced my family to a year of community service. Let me explain. At the end of 2016, my husband and I bought a house. I mean, it’s the kind of house we feel like we never want to leave. Granite countertops, hardwood floors. We have a great view of …
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