How Sleep Savvy Are You?

Can you catch up on lost sleep? Will a cup of warm milk send you to la-la land? Are naps only for babies? MORE

Isn’t It Time to Stop Judging Yourself?

By Stacey Colino

Bad habits aren’t limited to things like nail biting and procrastination. For women, one of the most common and insidious habits is being overly critical or judgmental of themselves. What’s worse, a pattern of self-criticism can become so ingrained, you might not even notice you’re doing it.  “It’s a huge issue for women,” says Alice Domar, who has a doctorate in health psychology and is the author of Be Happy Without Being Perfect. “We criticize ourselves from morning to night, and all that negative self-talk puts you at risk for depression, anxiety and low self-esteem.” ... Read More »

Why You Need More Folic Acid in Your Pregnancy Diet

By Jill Tomlin

If you’re going to the store for an ovulation predictor kit, add orange juice, beans, liver and broccoli to your shopping list. These foods are natural sources of folate, an important B vitamin for your pregnancy diet that prevents birth defects. Don’t like liver and broccoli? Fortunately, vitamin B is available in pill form... Read More

A Step-by-Step Guide to Checking Your Breasts For Signs of Cancer

If you regularly examine your breasts for potentially worrying changes, you have a greater chance of finding any breast cancer more quickly. The more quickly you find cancer, the more likely you are to recover. Most women know these facts, but many are not sure how to examine themselves properly. It can be difficult at first, but with practice you will learn what is normal for your breasts and what constitutes a concerning change. This overview of how to examine yourself will help you learn how to do it most effectively... Read More »

Inspirational Mother’s Day Quotes

By Susan M. Keenan

Mother’s Day is celebrated in many different countries including the United States, Canada, and India. Each May on the second Sunday of the month millions of children take the time to honor their mothers with love and gratitude. Over the years, many famous individuals have had their thoughts on mothers and motherhood written down for future generations to enjoy. A few of the exceptional ones are included here.

“Mother’s Day is in honor of the best mother who ever lived- the mother of your heart.” -Anna Jarvis .... Read More

Buying Organic Food on a Budget

You do a lot to keep your family healthy, including making smart choices about the food you buy. And chances are, you’d buy everything organic if you could. But for most moms, a totally organic kitchen isn’t realistic, considering the items can cost upward of 50 percent more than their conventional counterparts.
“We all need to prioritize our purchasing based on what’s important to us,” says eco-cuisine expert Jackie Newgent, a registered dietitian and the author of Big Green Cookbook. Your first priority may, obviously, be to provide your family with plenty of healthy fruit and vegetables, calcium-rich dairy, and whole grains -- organic or not... Read More 

Four Ways to Freshen Up Your Home

It’s the time of year that we really start to crave those long, sunny days, a garden bright with blooms, and gentle breezes permeating the house. Why not hurry up your springtime? Here are four simple household refreshers that will kick-start that much-needed transition from dreary winter to glorious spring....Read More »  

How to Get Kids to Eat More Fruit...

Do you want your kids to eat healthier? Most parents do, but it can be a challenge to get kids to eat fruits and vegetables in place of the many sweet treats that are constantly vying for their attention. Well, there may be an easier way. A new study shows that getting kids to eat healthy foods such as fruit could be as simple as making them more visually appealing....Read More »  

5 Tips for Perfect Summer Feet

Feet don't usually require much attention when it comes to looking good; they are usually hidden from view under socks, shoes or boots. But the summer months mean that feet are often on show, and need some extra attention to look attractive. Here are 5 tips for perfect summer feet.....Read More »