This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. My great-Aunt is currently in a nursing home. She has been sick for years, has had to use a walker and wheel chair and has had very limited mobility. She is in her 80s now but still would appreciate some independence. Once her house gets a ramp she will be discharged into the care of her children. I have another Aunt, who is much younger, in my parents … [Read more...]
Are You Sticking to Your Healthy Goals?
This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. How have your healthy goals been going this year? It's hard to believe how fast time is going by. I am proud to say that I've been doing very well with my water intake and also taking my vitamins and supplements. These are smart goals and I am going to stick with them. Do you take a daily vitamin? I also have been exercising at least 3-5 days per week for at least 30 minutes per day. … [Read more...]
Is Teeth Whitening For Everyone?
Teeth whitening is something that many people find appealing; after all who does not want a gleaming white smile? If you are someone who drinks a lot of tea, coffee or red wine, or you smoke, then it can be very tempting to undergo teeth whitening treatment, to remove the unsightly stains from your teeth. If you opt to have the treatment then you can have the brighter whiter teeth you dream of; although it’s important to remember that the results of teeth whitening do vary depending on the … [Read more...]
Moms, do you need more sleep?
This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I've been sleeping on the bottom bunk twin mattress in my kids room this past week. My son, who is 3, hasn't been able to stay in bed all night and I don't like sleeping next to him. (He's a bed hog and a heater and I don't sleep well with him in bed with me.) So, I let him climb in bed with my husband and I zombie walk to his bed at 2:30 am and to get more sleep. The last two nights, … [Read more...]
Want to be a Fit Mom? Do these 5 exercises daily!
We are all caught up in our busy lives, juggling work and family. We forget to set aside time for ourselves to lose that pregnancy weight. Before we realize we gain so much more weight that it is an eyesore. Also, because work keeps us so busy, we don’t have the luxury to indulge in long and tedious workouts. We need smart exercise routines that will give us quick and efficient results. Here are some exercises that will allow every mother to stay fit between her crazy schedules: Squats: You … [Read more...]
15 Protein Packed Smoothie Recipes To Try
Smoothies are a great way for my family and me to not only get more fruits and vegetables into our daily diet, but when you utilize a great protein powder, you can also get more protein into your diet. Smoothies are also easy to make. I simply throw the ingredients into my Nutri Ninja Pro and mix. I love that kind of simplicity. As a mom to two young kids, easy and healthy is exactly what I like. Does your family like smoothies? 15 Protein Packed Smoothie Recipes Smoothie recipes are the … [Read more...]
My favorite way to use Peppermint Essential Oil
Essential oils are a great way to naturally support your family’s overall health and well-being. It has been a busy month already for our family. Getting back from a 12 day vacation and jumping right into the holidays - I am feeling swamped. Plus, I've committed to being active at my local gym. (I'm paying for it, so I want to get my money's worth.) I just need some me-time. It feels long overdue. A great way to wind down and relax is using peppermint essential oil. My favorite way, right … [Read more...]
