We know mindfulness is good for adults. It helps us be more present, it allows us to feel gratitude, and it teaches us to experience our emotions without overreacting. If you're a busy parent, this can be a profound and beautiful thing! But did you know there is an emerging body of research that suggests teaching mindfulness to chi... Read More
When you’re a busy mom, finding time for yourself can be really difficult. Meditation for parents might sound like one more “to-do” you don’t have time to cram into your already packed schedule. But what if we could show you how the rewards of starting a meditation practice are totally worth the effort? And what if we told you that you can sta.... Read More
Who remembers the kids’ dentist appointments, buys grandma a gift for her birthday, makes food for the class bake sale, and reminds everyone when soccer practice is? These are some of the invisible tasks moms handle everyday and the stress of the added emotional labor is killing us. Women from all walks of life find the inequality of emotional lab.... Read More
“That’s the lady from school, what’s her name again?" " Where the heck did I put my sunglasses?!” If it seems like you’re having trouble remembering stuff, you’re not alone. Mommy brain is not a myth. An Australian study, published in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology, confirms what new moms have known all along...carrying.... Read More
Ever wondered to yourself, am I healthy? Lots of people consider their weight the best predictor of health, but that’s not necessarily true. It’s entirely possible to be at a so-called ‘normal-weight’ and still be unhealthy. Health is much more complex than that. The real answer to the question, am I healthy? Is very individualized. To get the fu.... Read More
Are you one of those women that scoffs at DIY videos and rolls her eyes at craft stores? We were right there with you. And then, it happened. A friend convinced us to go to a painting class (hey, we were promised wine!) And guess what? We had a good time! Seriously. Next thing you know, we’re up to our eyeballs in paint, beads and hot glue.... Read More