Girls often hear praise like, “You are so pretty,” “Your dress is beautiful,” or “You are so skinny!” While there is nothing wrong with thinking someone is pretty or telling them you like their dress when that is the first thing they hear from people it sends the message that …

People often confuse success with luck.  Sure, there may be some “luck” involved occasionally in some people’s stories, but at the end of the day successful people are not just lucky, they work hard and are more determined more than their peers.  Failing in business is a key in order …

Downsizing can be a daunting task for aging parents. It can be overwhelming for anyone sorting through a household to move to a smaller place. But when aging parents move to a smaller house, apartment, condo or assisted living residence, it brings a flood of emotions attached to what was …

Mindfulness is an important part of a person’s overall sense of wellness. Nightly affirmations are one way to incorporate mindfulness into your life. When we do not take the time to be mindful and cultivate a feeling of positivity within ourselves, we tend to let stress lead to negative thoughts. …

Raising a child is hard work, especially when they are not aware of the dangers in the world and you have to do that part for them. And many times, you rather become an overprotective parent than letting your child get hurt. Take, for instance, a 2 and a half-year-old; …

With high school and college graduations happening all around the country, it’s a good time for us to think about what young adults need as they enter the “real world.” Even the best education doesn’t necessarily equip grads with all the tools they need to financially, physically, and mentally thrive …

Aromatherapy has a lot of benefits. Essential oils are known to help ease anxiety, reduce feelings of mild depression, and create a feeling of calm and relaxation. They are highly effective in improving sleep problems such as insomnia. While certain scents are great for reducing stress and can help you …

There are different reasons why individuals may choose the surrogacy process to grow their families. Nowadays, surrogacy is a popular option for couples and intended parents who are finding it difficult to conceive on their own. Surrogates have the potential to give the best gift of all – the gift …

Most people have heard of the amazing benefits of meditation practice to both physical and mental health but, how do these benefits affect women during pregnancy, and more specifically, how to use meditation for a healthy pregnancy?  The benefits of meditating during pregnancy can be significant not only to the …

The International Diabetes Federation says that a gestational diabetes diagnosis affects about one in seven births. It is estimated that nearly ten percent of pregnancies in the United States are affected by gestational diabetes yearly. A gestational diabetes diagnosis can seem scary but is very common. Millions of women are …