Parents can be a formidable force for change in schools, especially when it comes to starting health and wellness programs. Ensuring that our kids are eating healthier foods, learning about nutrition, and being more physically active in school not only sets them up to learn lifelong healthy habits but, according to a growing body of research, it helps them be better prepared to focus and learn in … [Read more...]
GIANTmicrobes …A Million Time Their Actual Size
Sometimes trying to explain germs to little ones can be difficult. It's hard for them to wrap their heads around something they cannot see with their own eyes. Well not anymore! GIANTmicrobes help teach little ones about the various microbes there are in the world with plushies that are a million times the actual size of the microbe! Children can grasp the concept a little better when they can … [Read more...]
The Original Worm
I sit at a desk and work for at least 70 hours a week. I think that's pretty typical for students and professionals. All that sitting leads to stiff muscles and sore backs. But what if you could alleviate some of that stiffness and soreness while you work? Or with a break every few hours? You'd never have to leave the space you are in. You wouldn't even have to put on different clothes. But you … [Read more...]
Surviving the Hectic Holiday Season
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Ricola Dual Action Honey. All opinions are 100% mine. The holidays are upon us and that means parents everywhere are scrambling. They are trying to balance home, work and finding the perfect holiday gift for their kids. Now, try doing that with just 1 parent. That's my life. I'm mom, dad, chauffer, chef, tutor, housekeeper, pet wrangler and … [Read more...]
Stay on Track this Holiday with PROMiXX® 2.0
The holidays bring crazy schedules that keep us running all over the place. All that running around can lead you to make some unhealthy food choices for the matter of pure convenience. PROMiXX® 2.0 wants to help keep you on track this holiday by taking only a few seconds to mix a protein drink for you no matter where you are. Nobody has time to shaker a blender bottle while they are driving … [Read more...]
Let Sam’s Club Help Protect Your Family this Cold and Flu Season
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sam's Club for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sam’s Club. All opinions are 100% mine. Cold and flu season is upon us. Soon we'll be hearing about cases of confirmed influenza, but it's not too late to get your flu shot. Next time you are at Sam's Club picking up some groceries you can stop … [Read more...]
Improve Your Air Quality with a Touch of Button with Winix
I have horrible allergies. They are so bad that I cannot even go out and enjoy the fall weather. I really have to pay close attention to the air quality index. And I need to be aware of the air quality inside my home too. Winix makes air purifiers that will help improve the quality of air your family is breathing by removing odors, pet dander, and allergens from the environment. How neat is … [Read more...]
Keep Your Children on Track with Yummi Bears Organics
It's back to school time. Life is crazy. We are still trying to settle into our new routines. And with all this craziness I'm still trying to keep our family healthy and moving forward. One way to do this is by making sure Peyton is taking a complete multi-vitamin like Yummi Bears Organics. Besides tasting great Yummi Bears Organic is packed full of 16 essential nutrients that will help Peyton … [Read more...]
Conquer Motion Sickness with Sea-Band
I had never really experienced any sort of motion sickness before I got pregnant. I could go on any rollercoaster, take road trips and do anything I wanted. Never felt sick to my stomach. Then Peyton arrived. She let her presence be announced by the worse morning sickness ever. It was like she had a little calendar and at 6 weeks it started. At first, I thought it was a stomach virus. I took … [Read more...]
Let ACT Kids Toothpaste Help Fight the Brushing Battle
This post and party were sponsored by ACT Kids Toothpaste but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Remember last month, when Peyton had all that dental work done? We have been focusing on better oral health ever since the dentist announced she had 6 cavities. Despite all my efforts, all my nagging, all my constant reminders to brush her teeth didn't work. She didn't brush her teeth. There were … [Read more...]
