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Menu Plan Monday – August 31

Pin it School started last week and we made it through without too much drama. This week we will add a new twist – the full sports schedule gets added in this week which means I have to make sure   Read More »

Good Posture Creates Healthier Kids and Happier Parents

Pin itGuest Post by Kerri Tyler Most people know that we should practice good posture, but did you know that having good posture can actually help you get in shape and live a healthier lifestyle? Practicing good posture allows your   Read More »

Menu Plan Monday – August 24

Pin it I know that technically it is not Monday yet, but seeing as the kids go back to school tomorrow (…pumps fist, YES!..) I know I won’t have time to post this until much later tomorrow if I don’t   Read More »

Building Strong Bones For Kids and Parents

Pin itGuest post by Kerri Taylor Everyone knows that it is important to exercise because it helps to build strong muscles, increase flexibility, and improve heart health, but did you know that it can also strengthen your bones. As we   Read More »

8 Tips for a Successful School Year

Pin it We visited my daughter’s 2nd grade classroom yesterday – she is just so excited to start school on Monday. Her teacher had them do a scavenger hunt through the classroom as a way of getting all their supplies   Read More »

Kids and Exercise

Pin itGuest post by Kerri Tyler We all want to teach our children good health habits, but how should we do that? Nutrition is one of the first steps. Introducing them to healthy foods and avoiding junk food gives them   Read More »

I’m a Featured Mom a SnackPicks.com

Pin itAre you ready for fall? How about football season and the tailgate parties that have become a football tradition?  In my first article as a “Featured Mom” on the SnackPicks.com site I have got some tips on how to   Read More »

Menu Plan Monday – August 17

Pin it The (not so) lazy days of summer are coming to an end as my kids go back to school next week. It also means its time for me to get back into some of my good habits –   Read More »

Making Kids Lunch Fun with Bento Box Lunches

Pin itPart of the back to school fun for my kids is picking out a cool lunch box for the upcoming year. As my girls get older, they are wanting to move away from the traditional PBJ packed lunch and   Read More »