Health & Fitness

Trigger warning. This may be difficult for some people to read, especially if you’ve experienced pregnancy loss. This is also written from my personal experience and perspective. I am not a medical professional. Do you know about the MTHFR...

February is all about love, flowers, candy, and especially hearts. The kinds that can be made out of construction paper, the love you feel in your heart, and, of course, your actual heart. As moms, sometimes it can seem unimaginable...

Mental health awareness is so important as a mother. Before I was diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder, I was misdiagnosed with major depression for years. It wasn’t until my doctor asked me if I ever had periods of elevated mood,...

Outdoor activities have dwindled down to a slow drip from the faucet. "It's cold out." It's raining." "It's dark out." "I'm tired." "I have to bring the kids to their activities." "I have to cook dinner." "I just don't...

Often, with everything going on in life, we neglect our health. We forget to schedule those appointments, take our daily supplement dose, prioritize a well-balanced meal, skimp on sleep, and more. For many, it can be overwhelming!  As a...

Moms, I’m sure every time you see an article by a personal trainer at this point in January, you’re thinking, “Here we go again,” more crazy advice or someone telling me to diet and exercise. Give up this or...

We have all heard the “new year, new me” dialogue as people wrap up the end of a year and transition to the start of a new one. January isn’t always the most inspiring of months — probably because...

I don’t always come up with New Year’s resolutions, though I like to use this transitional period as an opportunity to reflect on lessons and goals. Through my counseling practice, I encourage my clients to do the same. Many...

The new year tends to bring forth new desires and goals that we want to achieve in our personal lives. One of the top goals year after year that lands on every list is usually weight loss or health-related....

Fitness, health, and wellness are interconnected aspects of overall well-being. Research shows that regular exercise reduces the severity and duration of illness, improves mood and sleep, and decreases anxiety. This guide, sponsored by our favorite local businesses, features some...