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Do You Know If Your Child Has Strong Bones?
Do you know how much calcium your child should be getting? Do you know what can happen if they don’t? The habits your kids are forming now can make, or literally break their bones! Jen and Barb talk to bone health expert and author, Dr. Diane L. Schneider about the ABC’s of bone health and what important habits you can adopt to ensure strong bones for your family as we discuss “Do You Know if Your Child has Strong...
Are You Desperate For a Little Me Time?
Do you feel like you’re always rushing? Have you lost the time to do the things you love because you’re consumed by family, home, and work? Jen and Barb talk to therapist, Lisa Haisha about ways to find time to yourself even with the hustle and bustle of family life.
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Want to Wow Your Guests at Your Next Dinner Party?
Do you want to have a dinner party, but not sure you can pull it off? Worried your cooking won’t impress your guests? Jen and Barb talk to Alan Dunn, owner of Tres LA Catering for insider tips on making your house look great and ways to step up your cooking...
Can You Turn Kitchen Time into Time With Your Girlfriends?
Think that time in the kitchen and time with your girlfriends is mutually exclusive? Think again! Jen and Barb talk to author and celebrity chef, Lulu Powers about ways even the busiest moms can spend more time with their girlfriends and learn new recipes....
Did you take your husband’s name?
Last names, bank accounts, personal files. What do you do when you get married? Change your name? Keep it? Jen and Barb talk to Dr. Sheri Meyers, marriage and family therapist, about the need for personal identity and the debate around changing your...
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Do You Know If Your Child Has Strong Bones?
Guest Blogger: Laura from About A Mom
Do you know if your child has strong bones? One of the first things that come to mind when hearing this question is the ‘Got Milk’ campaign. We’ve all seen the commercials and advertisement encouraging the consumption of cow’s milk. But is drinking milk enough to ensure that my children will grow up with strong bones? (more…)
Helping Your Child Pursue Their Talent?
Guest Blogger: Stephanie from And Twins Make 5
It’s a happy day when your child finds that certain something that they are really good at and an
even happier day when you figure out how you as their parent can best help them pursue that
talent. With 5 children (17, 13, 11, 3 & 3), I’ve worn my fair share of different hats as I’ve aided
each one of them to reach their goals and fine tune their particular forte. My role in helping
each child has been both different for each child and mutable as they grow. The two constants
are that all of their quests have demanded a good deal of our time and some degree of financial
support. (more…)
Helping My Children Pursue Their Passions by Supporting Their Hobbies
Guest Blogger: Caryn of Rockin Mama
As a child, I remember tumbling at gymnastics, twirling in ballet, and tapping in dance. My parents were incredibly supportive of my interests and passions, and regardless of whether or not I was “good” at said interest, I had the confidence to pursue my dreams. When I became discouraged, my parents lifted me up. When I wanted to give up, they motivated me to keep going. (more…)
