Remember when you were 17 and you could eat an entire pizza, nap for 9 hours, and not gain a single pound? Unfortunately, for most of us, those days are long gone. The things we eat and the way we treat our bodies will affect our overall health and wellbeing …

When my son was ten months old, we traveled to visit his grandparents. About one hour into the trip, he started to cry. Then scream. Then shriek. After trying all of my new mom tricks, I eventually begged my husband to pull over where I unstrapped him and plopped him …

Mental health is influenced by many factors, and can fluctuate from day-to-day. While lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, can help you feel better and can help you develop a better self-image, there still may be issues that need to be addressed. So while weight-loss efforts for people with bad …

As a mom, driving with children of any age is a unique experience. Regardless of where you are and what you are doing, you are still “mom” and your child may decide that they need your attention — right now! Having passengers who have no idea about car etiquette can …

When people talk about menopause, they usually just bring up hot flashes and mood swings. However, the changing hormones associated with menopause cause many other problems, and some women do not realize that their issues are a treatable symptom of menopause. Though most people do not talk about all their …

The beauty of Africa is as vast and varied as its vast land mass. From mesmerizing deserts, majestic mountains and tropical islands to extraordinary wildlife and captivating human-made monuments, Africa offers more than you could see in one visit. While it is difficult to narrow down just a few of …

One of the many choices you have to make as a parent is where to educate your child. The two most common choices are sending your child to public school or deciding to keep them home and homeschool where you can choose what and how to teach them. Each option …

Parents of more than one child often show favoritism to one over the others—even when it is unintentional. However, it is essential for parents to be consciously aware of how their behavior affects their children. More often than not, favoritism has a way of getting kids to compete against each …

  Having a new child can make just about anyone tired and sleepy especially after a few months have passed. Most new parents I meet seem like they are walking through a sleepy haza. Unfortunately, not being able to sleep throughout the night can have significant effects on your upcoming …

Excessive weight gain is highly associated with many of the common health problems, called lifestyle diseases, that people are experiencing in the modern world. And while there are many people who have been heavy their whole lives with no adverse health issues, for many, these lifestyle diseases are caused by …