Mom Life

Numerous research studies indicate children and youth have been greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Forced into remote learning and physically isolated from their peers and activities, many have suffered declines in social, emotional, physical and academic health. And...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goOmKWIbbgA SFBAM recently talked with Dr. Michael Goran, PhD. - Co-director of the USC Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute and professor of pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles - about all things sugar, including newly-released studies showing Type...

I grew up eating dessert every day after dinner, but I didn’t continue that tradition when I became a mom. In fact, I don’t serve dessert at all.  Why I Don’t Serve Dessert I don’t think that serving dessert to kids...

Last week, I wrote about how best to enjoy the last few days of summer with your children. Specifically, one of my suggestions was curling up with a bowl of popcorn and watching an animated movie. So, this week,...

Every girl mom has likely gotten the “I need another dress for my doll” request at least once. With LOL dolls, the question might be “Can I have real clothes for my instead of these plastic ones?” There...

Losing weight is hard. Eating yummy snacks while still losing weight? That can seem downright impossible. Finding vegan alternatives that help you lose weight (and taste good) can be a frustrating endeavor (unless you’ve got a chef on hand). The...

This past spring, I decided to focus on my health and fitness goals. I took up running and intermittent fasting. It’s been an excellent journey that has tested my resolve, through sore limbs, irritability, and hunger pangs for unhealthy...

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POxHpiA9b9k As our children head back to school and we head back to the office (or some variation), you might be tempted to "get back to normal." If that 'normal' includes overscheduling - think twice! You must admit that through the...

We try so hard to protect their childhood by creating memories that they will cherish and above all giving them the best upbringing possible. Some of my best memories are when I was young and life was carefree. Preschool and...

Adding a jump rope to your workout routine can help you burn more calories, improve your heart health, and strengthen your bones. Jumping rope can be challenging at first, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be...