When I found out I was pregnant with my last child, I knew, immediately, that my family felt complete. Though I knew this would be my final pregnancy, I did not think beyond birth. At my first prenatal appointment,...
Pregnancy comes with many aches and pains. Giving birth can add an entirely new set of issues to that list. So, it's pretty normal that on some days, you struggle to get moving and might feel like you've aged...
February is heart month.
While much of our focus is on gooey, chocolate desserts, take a moment to balance that with kid-friendly, heart-healthy options.
We know diets low in added sugar, trans-fat, saturated fat and sodium are best for us....
If you’ve heard of uterine fibroids, but don’t really know what they are or if you’re at risk, you’ve come to the right place. Many women with fibroids suffer from heavy periods, severe cramps, frequent urination, and low energy.
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Finding time to work out as a mom can be difficult! So why not kill two birds with one stone? Work out while your kids run around and play! They would much rather have you up and running around...
Growing up I was blessed with parents that never talked negatively about themselves or us. More specifically I can’t recall a time when my mom talked negatively about her body, her skills or her image. I didn’t know it...
I know as a new mom, I felt a certain amount of guilt taking a break from my chores. As if I was somehow stealing time or not doing my best as a mother. I came to realize just...
First off, true confession - I LOVE FOOD! You know those quizzes that ask how many foods a person has tried? I pretty much ace them! I don’t have a delicate palate, and the richer the better when it...
As I’m about to have each child, it seems to be a tradition of mine to look back at my last pregnancy, remember the good times, and think about what I would have done differently. I think that each...
When you have a baby and are pouring all of your energy into caring for that new little life, you sometimes feel like you might never want to have sex again. Most of us expect that feeling right after...
In + Around Cincinnati
Cincinnati Spring Break Staycation {Oh, the Places We’ll Go}
This year for spring break, we are planning on staying home, minus a weekend at the in-laws' to celebrate Easter. We are looking forward...
