Why You Shouldn’t Force Your Kids to Clean Their Plate
The roots of the Clean Plate Club go deeper than a simple parenting technique. Here’s why you shouldn’t force your kids to clean their plate.
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What is a Blessingway Ceremony and How to Plan One
A blessingway is a wonderful way of welcoming and celebrating a woman’s passage through pregnancy into motherhood. It is a unique gathering of close friends of the mother-to-be. Unlike a baby shower which focuses on the baby, a bessingway is about honoring the mother-to-be. Blessingways are a spiritual celebration that usually include spiritual or religious…
Mexican Rice with Ground Beef
Do you need a new and simple one-pan meal in your life? Good. I have one for you! It’s Mexican Rice with Ground Beef, and it’s one of my favorite quick dishes to throw together any night of the week. But, don’t be fooled into thinking that a quick dish doesn’t offer enough nutrition. I’ve…
Garlic and Green Pepper Hummus
Hummus is a very popular dip that originates from the Middle East. It is often served as an appetizer with pita bread or pita chips. It can also be served with vegetables and whole grains. Hummus is made from chickpeas and is an excellent source of protein. There is an endless number of options for…
5 High-Risk Sports That Kids Play
Sports are an important part of a child’s education and upbringing. Kids learn teamwork, communication, to accept mistakes and failures, how to handle high-pressure situations, and leadership. Any sport can help accomplish these goals, but some sports are better suited for healthy living than others, and it’s important for parents to consider the risk of…
Chocolate Coconut Almond Cookies – Gluten Free and Dairy Free
Over here, I’m on a Girl Scout cookie kick! Coconut Chocolate Almond Cookies are what we’re making today! They are a healthier version of the classic cookies we grew up with but made just a bit healthier for us. I love eating hot, chocolate-covered cookies that are fresh out of the oven. I prefer these,…
5 Gentle Ways to Transition Your Teen to Adulthood
by Melissa Deuter, M.D., (www.melissadeuter.com) a psychiatrist in San Antonio, Texas, who specializes in the care of emerging adults. Raising teenagers can produce anxiety for parents, especially when you’re worried about whether they are prepared for adulthood. Transitioning teens into adulthood should be part of every parent’s focus. Whether your teen is in middle school,…
How to Make Homemade Mason Jar Yogurt
Have you ever made homemade yogurt before? If not, you should definitely try! It’s so easy, and doesn’t really require any special equipment or specialty ingredients. Why Make Your Own Yogurt? It’s cheap It’s easy Homemade yogurt is full of good probiotics Once you make it, you no longer have to buy store bought yogurt!…
5 Things You Must Do After College To Get Rid of Student Loans Fast
Earning a college degree offers many perks and experiences, and it opens the door to more job opportunities and better pay. But for 44.2 million people, it also brings the burden of a massive pile of student loans. While the federal government and private loan services are quick to hand over school loans, there are…
Cinnamon Ginger Pear Butter
What do you do with a sack full of pears? That was the question I was faced with a couple of weeks ago when my husband came home with a bunch that had been given to him by a coworker. Apparently, a family member of this coworker has a pear tree in their backyard, but…