The What, Why, When and How’s of Kegel Exercises
Just about every female that has made it pass health class in high school knows about Kegel exercise. We know we are supposed to do them, but do we all know how to do them, and more importantly when to do them? Do you even know exactly what a kegel is? Well let me clear it all up for you!
What’s the Dish on Fish??
We hear it all over – “Eat More Fish”, “Fish is an important part of your diet”, “Kids need fish for brain development” “Fish is important for heart health” and on and on. But what are the facts? First lets make one blanket definition. Fish does not necessarily mean/include seafood.
Review: Lindsay Brin Shed 5 Fast DVD
As a mom – I of course am constantly fighting those few pounds that get added with each child. So for me, with three boys, I am fighting more like 15 (or 30 but whose nitpicking, right?). As soon as I read the description for this workout DVD I was on board. The thing that grabbed me right off is that it is an attainable goal. I have talked to all before about setting attainable goals – like 5 pounds in a few weeks – to be more successful. The huge astronomical goals are never going to happen because you will always feel as though it is too much and give up. But if you set smaller manageable goals you are more apt to reach them.
#Momstorm After-Party – How to Prepare for a Healthy Childbirth
This week we were lucky to have Becky Rasmussen – a Certified Child Birth Educator (CBE) and mother of seven – join our twitter party. She has coached more than a thousand expectant parents on effective birthing and fitness.The main topic of this week’s party was how to prepare for a healthy childbirth.
Perfectly Prepared: Prenatal Yoga DVD
Created by Becky Rasmussen, a Certified Child Birth Educator (CBE) and mother of seven, the Prenatal Birthing & Fitness DVD/CD set from MyBirthClass is an extensive series that includes DVDS that cover Prenatal Yoga, Prenatal Cardio, Prenatal Toning and All about Labor. Perfectly Prepared also includes Audio CDs that dive into Prenatal Nutrition, Relaxation & Pain Management, Common Concerns & Solutions and Postpartum Recovery.
Raising a Child with Diabetes
If you want to successfully raise a child with diabetes, you have to learn to share your child’s diabetes with your child. Yes, you read the sentence right. You the parent need share your child’s diabetes with them.
CLOSED Giveaway: THE MEDITERRANEAN DIABETES COOKBOOK by Amy Riolo
Congrats to the Winner – Elena! This giveaway is now closed! The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook: A Flavorful, Low-Fat, Heart-Healthy Approach to Cooking (American Diabetes Association/March 2010) by Amy Riolo. A Little Bit About the Cookbook Rich in flavor, heart-healthy fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants, the Mediterranean style of cooking has proven to be beneficial [...]
What’s Your Fiber Intake?
Are you getting enough fiber? Not likely, as research says that 90% (no that is not a typo, the study actually says 9 out of 10!) of Americans do not get enough fiber each day. Fiber might seem like a mundane and useless topic but it is really more important than most people think. Proper fiber intake can prevent things like constipation, and diarrhea, post troublesome issues, as well as certain types of cancer. Fiber is a huge part of a healthy diet. Just like Grandma always told you being regular is super important to a happy healthy life!
Living with Diabetes: Meet Gina
Then, in November of 2000, Gina started feeling “funny.” After a light walk, she would get dizzy and have to sit, and most of the time she just felt tired; she knew something was very wrong. Feeling scared and uncertain, Gina found out that she had Type 1 diabetes. Once touted as ‘childhood diabetes’, Type 1 diabetes is no longer rare in adults; it is a thoroughly permanent and life-altering condition.
The Difference Between Type I & Type II Diabetes
Here is the first article in our six part series: The Details on Diabetes. Brandy Barnes has written a great article explaining the difference betwen Type I and Type II Diabetes.
