Would You Vacation In Utopia?

I was invited to attend a blogger symposium this past weekend and a place called The Chautauqua Institute in New York. I had never been invited to something like this before – and it was an opportunity to bring my family with me – so after a little thought – I had no idea . . . → Read More: Would You Vacation In Utopia?

Ways to be an Eco-Friendly Mom

By Maria Rainier

With so much pressure to raise your kids, give them balanced diets and the proper education while being the do-it-all mom, who has time to think about being environmentally friendly? You do! Here are a few easy, quick ideas to contribute to Mother Earth while contributing to the mother-do-it-all list.

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Stop And Smell The Hot Cocoa

In the holiday rush or gift buying, shuffling relatives to and from the airport and perfection anxiety, it’s easy to lose focus and forget about what’s really important. Taking a moment to enjoy the people you love and appreciate the magic of the holidays. The following tips are sure to get your family in . . . → Read More: Stop And Smell The Hot Cocoa

Environmental Working Group – Tips to Green your Halloween

Dressing up and celebrating Halloween can be fun – especially for kids. It’s easy to make it a healthy holiday for your family and the environment. Just follow these simple steps to green your Halloween routine:

1. Pick play makeup carefully. Many children like to wear colorful cosmetics as part of their costumes. If . . . → Read More: Environmental Working Group – Tips to Green your Halloween

Sing, Mama!

By Jeannie Myron

Before I tell you about singing, let me establish something I have in common with you: I nursed my little one!

I also sang to him non-stop, even before he was born. The singing hasn’t stopped. Do you know that singing lowers your cortisol level, 25 minutes after you . . . → Read More: Sing, Mama!