Ask the Nurse: Staying Healthy In School
The start of a new school year exposes children to many things — new friends, teachers, and lots of germs. According to the National Institutes of Health, families with school-age...
Health & Wellness
Bookshelf Essentials: Life Skills Books
Life Skills Books Moms Move Mountains by Susan Magers and Donna Spencer: With over 20 years experience in Special Education, the authors have compiled strategies for addressing issues from the...
Mommy’s Timeout: Out in the Woods Fall Leaves
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself standing amongst the warm colors of the fall leaves. Enjoy nature’s shapes, light, and beauty. Take a...
Mommy’s Timeout: Erg Chebbi Morocco
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself walking at the top of Erg Chebbi, one of Morocco’s two Saharan ergs – large dunes formed...
Mommy’s Timeout: Kawela Beach Park
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself here at the beach and reef at Kawela Beach Park. Enjoy the colors and sounds of the...
Mommy’s Timeout: Alaskan Mountains Matanuska Glacier
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself here rafting atop the Alaskan Mountains. Enjoy the beautiful serenity of this pristine glacier water. Take a...
Boosting Your Happiness
Strategies for Elevating Happiness This Year! The daily stresses of being a parent can take a toll on one’s overall well-being and happiness. It is important that we take a...
Mommy’s Timeout: Decker Farm
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself here among the beautiful fall foliage and pumpkins. Enjoy the beautiful colors in nature. Take a...
Helping Kids Keep Healthy Teeth {Tip 4 of 31}
Better brushing leads to better results  I am a dentist working with children and adults who have special needs. I also train a program of post doctoral dentists who...
Mommy’s Timeout: Great Smoky Mountains
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself here among the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Enjoy the beautiful colors in nature. Take a...
