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How to Prepare Your Child for Daycare


Most children go to daycare before school officially starts, and it can be a big transition for both kids and parents. To help your child adjust to this new milestone, we’ve rounded up eight of our best tips to help the entire family make the transition to daycare together. [caption id="attachment_31721" ...

Educational Ways Moms Can Bond with Their Kids


Raising kids is an adventure.  And it’s not fruitful to raise them like a checklist we need to perfect.  Sometimes, the best way to parent responsible, intelligent, and family-oriented children is to give them the bonding time they need — and all the better if we bond educationally!  Consider the ...

Importance of Art on the Mental Health of Children by Joseph Stevenson


The mental health of children has unfortunately worsened by 22% in the past couple of years. With numerous stressors on the news and at school and home, our kids would greatly benefit from mental health support. And one of the most beneficial forms of mental healing can be found through creating art. Keep reading to discover the importance of art ...

How Moms Can Balance Physical and Mental Stress with Adaptogenic Mushrooms


Motherhood is often stressful, no matter where you are on the journey. Moms carry the weight of daily to-do lists and finding time to relax doesn’t always come easy. Although moms are notorious for handling the stress of raising kids like rockstars, it never hurts to find something that helps ...

The Reinvention of Mama by Author & Later Mom Deena Goldstein


At various times in our lives, we’re defined by what we want and what we’re doing. In our twenties, we may have our eyes on a diploma, an apartment, and a good paying job. Fast forward to the thirties (and it does go fast!), women find themselves settling into “who we ...

AGEISM UNMASKED: An Interview with Author Tracey Gendron, PhD by Melissa Couch Salim  


When did you discover ageism and become passionate about it?  I have been studying aging for over 25 years, but it was only about 10 years ago that I recognized just how invisible and pervasive ageism is. While giving a talk, I related that I became a gerontologist because I ...

JoyAmo Jewelry Valentine’s Day Gifts for Loved Ones by Robin Gorman Newman


Valentine’s Day and gifting jewelry often go together! I discovered JoyAmo Custom Name Necklaces & Jewelry a number of months ago, so with Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, I knew they would be the perfect destination for Valentine's gifts for loved ones. As per their website, here are some specifics…… Our fashionable and stylish ...

Skin Care Tips for Mothers


Most people endeavor to put their best face forward, but for busy moms, having a consistent, healthy skin care routine can often take a backseat.  It is vital to make this a priority as early in life as possible, and here are some suggested tips to keep in mind...... Drink Plenty ...

Caring For Your Skin During Pregnancy


Despite the fact that a large number of people, both men and women, have or will experience loose skin or scars to some degree, they continue to be a cause of frustration for many....especially for those with extensive stretch mark scarring. Stretch marks are brightly colored lines or blotches on your ...

KATHLEEN TURNER…Finding My Voice: Show Review by Robin Gorman Newman


[caption id="attachment_31580" align="alignleft" width="200"] (photo credit: Jeremy Daniel)[/caption] It's been some time since I've seen screen siren Kathleen Turner in a film but have been a long time fan.  So, when I heard she was doing a one night event on December 16th at Town Hall, I seized the opportunity to ...