Delicious and Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe

Delicious and Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe

Do you drink smoothies? I am a huge fan personally- especially for breakfast or a filling afternoon snack. And with thanks to my wonderful blogging friend Donella, of Gluesticks and Gumdrops, I’m happy to bring you this strawberry oatmeal smoothie recipe. Preparing a smoothie is quite simple. You just need to add the ingredients to a sturdy high-speed blender, one that can handle crushing ice, and blend until smooth. Garnish with fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or your favorite topping. 10 Simple Tips for Making Smoothies 1. Using ice or frozen fruit will create a thicker consistency than using liquids – but beware, if you use ice, your smoothie may not have a creamy texture. 2. Make sure your ingredients are cut into small pieces. Blackberries,…

How to Eat Healthier to Lose Weight for Summer

How to Eat Healthier to Lose Weight for Summer

Summer is just around the corner. And many of us still have weight loss goals that we’re trying to meet. Maybe we started off the year with good intentions. And maybe we’re still on track. Whether it’s eating healthier  or exercising regularly, there are numerous factors that go into losing weight. Let’s bring in one of those things and talk about how to eat healthier to lose weight for the summer- or anytime of the year. For more ideas, be sure to check out my health and wellness tips for women. The minute you feel warm enough to wear shorts, you realized something:  The beach is beckoning and you are not prepared for it, physically! You panic and think of stapling your mouth for a…

23 Important Things My Autistic Daughter Has Taught Me

23 Important Things My Autistic Daughter Has Taught Me

Being a mom has been one of the most educational and eye-opening experiences of my life. Especially when it comes to my autistic daughter, she has taught me so many things- not just about parenting, but about myself. Parenting an autistic child has taught me a lot about myself. And I would even go so far as to say, that my autistic daughter is one of my greatest inspirations in life. Which is true. She inspires me daily. Not just because she’s my daughter. Though I may be a bit biased. For everything that she’s encountered, and gone through, she does so with a smile. That’s why I want to honor her and share with you 23 things that my autistic daughter has taught me….

4 Important Reasons to Never Skip Breakfast

4 Important Reasons to Never Skip Breakfast

I have admitted in the past that I am kind of a skipper. Well, maybe more than kind of. It’s not always intentional though. Sometimes I just get so caught up in doing other things in the morning. And then, by the time I get around to it, it’s already close enough to lunchtime. But when I look at how I use my time; it’s silly of me to not eat breakfast. I mean, if I can get coffee then surely I can have breakfast- right? That’s why I’m partnering with Dunkin’ Donuts to bring you these 4 important reasons to not skip breakfast. One of the most important meals of the day is breakfast. You heard that growing up and may not believe it…

Do you suspect that your child may have anxiety? Here are a few types of anxiety that kids may deal with and tips for parents on how to help.
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How to Recognize Common Types of Anxiety in Children

We have covered anxiety in children with autism, but today we’re going to talk about the types of anxiety in children. Stress affects children in similar ways as adults. And anxiety is no different though it may manifest differently in children. As a child, I had terrible separation anxiety- especially on the first few days of school or summer camp.  I wasn’t a shy child but I was just a child that was very much attached to my mom. Squeaker will, at times, show signs of separation anxiety but so far it isn’t too bad. But that’s just one of the types of anxiety in children. Let’s look at a few more. What does anxiety look like in children? Children’s anxiety symptoms are typical of…

Road Trip Tips and Advice for Moms and a Free Checklist

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChooseTENA #CollectiveBias Over the years, and after having three kids, my body has changed. And while I am doing what I can to combat this or to at least maintain some control; there are times that I just cannot do anything. Well, short of doing an emergency dance and then running like heck. Can you relate? Most of the time, if I’m prepared, I’m okay. But then there are other occasions that I just know something is going to happen. And it’s not going to be pretty. For example, if we’re taking a road trip or day trip and there’s no sign of a rest stop. Or at…