Making your own baby food can provide a less expensive, environmentally-friendly alternative to store-bought baby food that is just as (if not more) nutritious. Preparing homemade food for your baby also teaches them to enjoy the kinds of foods that you serve to the rest of your family. And while leaving behind the convenience of […]
Multitasking: is it worth it?
Our constant connectivity, through our phones and other web devices, provides unprecedented access to information and presents a constant temptation for multitasking. Any activity, from making dinner to walking your child to school, can be accompanied by music, photos, or social media updates. We are drawn to multitasking for many reasons: convenience boredom instant social […]
The Winter Blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder
The shorter days of winter can often bring with them the feeling of “winter blues”. Some of us can feel abnormally sluggish, moody, and hopeless. These “winter blues” are common. In fact, millions of people in America experience them each year. There are many stressors that come with the holiday season. Mental health experts believe […]