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Staying Healthy With Family Flora Probiotics

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It is hard to believe that we are already a couple of days into Fall. It seems like we were just enjoying our Summer road trip that we have been anxiously awaiting. We combined some college visits with a fun trip to Universal Studios and the Disney Parks.

Universal Studios Islands of Adventure

One of the downsides to our trip was all the not-so-healthy food we had on our trip. With all the eating we did and all the running we did, it left us feeling kind of blah. I am not sure if that is a technical term, but it certainly fits the situation.

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Begin The School Year With Nature Made® KIDS FIRST® Multivitamin Gummies

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It is really hard to believe that a new school year has started already. This year is bittersweet for this Mom, as my oldest son is starting his senior year in high school. I find it so hard to believe that our family is at this point in our life. This Fall is a non-stop ride that I wish I could slow down.

So how am I starting the school off right for my kids? Well, I am making sure that they start their day with Nature Made® KIDS FIRST® Gummy Vitamins. I can make sure that my sons are getting the essential daily nutritional support they may be lacking, in a delicious, easy-to-chew gummy. Like normal teens, they prefer a few extra minutes of sleep instead of eating a healthy breakfast.

The Nature Made® KIDS FIRST® Multivitamin Gummies:

Nature Made® Multivitamin Gummies

Some benefits the Nature Made® KIDS FIRST® Multivitamin Gummies†:

  • Contains 12 essential nutrients for age-specific nutritional support, including vitamins A, C, D and E, B vitamins, and minerals like iodine and zinc
  • All natural fruit flavors
  • Colors derived from natural sources –No synthetic dyes
  • No preservatives or yeast
  • Gluten free…

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{Almost}No-Sew Personal Care Travel Bag #SpeakFreelyCarefree

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Family road trips are one of my favorite activities during the Summer. However, when you are traveling, there is one major problem that you may face: no bathroom in sight. Or when you finally do get to that bathroom, you just want to take off running. Anyone been in that situation? Sometimes when you are traveling, you can get an unpredictable(and definitely unwanted)extra passenger. So for times like that, you need a personal care travel bag that you can grab in a hurry. One thing that should be in there is Carefree® Acti-fresh® Thin liners.

We are headed out for a major road trip soon. And, of course, an unwanted & unpredictable passenger is supposed to show up. She’s messy, she’s drippy, and she makes a mess! Since I will be in the car for an extended time, I need to be ready for anything. We recently got a new car, and I certainly don’t want to mess up this beauty.

New Car

An unwelcome(did I mention unpredictable?) passenger has the potential to do a lot of damage to our almost brand new seats. So I am determined I am going to be ready for anything! Keep reading how you can make this {almost} no-sew personal care travel bag.

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My Pokémon GO Fitness Challenge Week 1

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Ok readers! Raise your hand if your kids are playing Pokémon GO? *raising hand*.

Now, raise your hand if YOU are playing Pokémon GO *raising hand again*

Yes, I have gotten swept up in the Pokémon GO craze. Now, before you judge me, hear me out. Yes I am well over 40 and playing video games on my smartphone. I admit that I LOVE Pokémon. But there are several reasons for that:

  • I grew up on Pokémon.
  • My kids play with Pokémon cards.
  • I freely admit to watching the Pokémon TV show.

And you know what? I am not ashamed at all! Pokémon GO has done so much for our family, and I want to share why.

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5 Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Better Nutrition

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Summer is here and that means tons of time spent on the go, traveling, and so much more. While Summer is generally a lot of fun, it is also the worst time for eating healthy. Kids are especially susceptible to these unhealthy practices because they don’t want to stop their fun in order to eat healthier.

I know that I can be guilty of this, especially when we take our yearly trip to Wildwood. After all, who wants to eat healthy when there are so many tasty treats available to you. But as a parent, I have to set an example for my kids, even if I may not like it. So I am here to share 5 tips for teaching your kids about better nutrition. Many of these tips are simple, and don’t require a lot of work to implement them.vacation hangover

5 Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Better Nutrition:

Packaged and fast foods are on every shelf in the supermarket and on almost every corner, and much of the advertising of these foods are geared toward young people. Toy giveaways, smiling, colorful characters, and memorable TV advertising endear these foods and fast food companies to children from a very young age, and the results have been devastating.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity numbers have doubled in the past three decades. If you are facing this dilemma with your children, there are several ways you can teach them about better nutrition that are both fun and engaging….

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Scleroderma Awareness Month #HARDWORD

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June is Scleroderma Awareness Month. It is hard to believe that June is halfway over already. In my part of the world, it is just starting to get nice. Warm Summer breezes, fun in the sun, and lots of time spent at the pool. For most people, that is the ideal time. Yet for others, Summer is not all fun and games. For those that suffer from scleroderma, the Summer months can be painful and embarrassing. I am sharing some information to make you aware of the effects of scleroderma.

Scleroderma Awareness Month

What is scleroderma? Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that effects many people, but at this time, doctors aren’t sure what causes it. There is also no known cure for it. Because of that, the Scleroderma Foundation, Scleroderma Research Foundation, and the Scleroderma Society of Canada are joining forces to help increase awareness for Scleroderma.

I have a personal tie to scleroderma. My husband’s grandmother has this disease, and it has always been a source of embarrassment for her. People look at her, you can hear them whisper, and it hurts so much to see her going through that. But she is not alone in this. While the disease is so rare(only 1 of 906 people will get it), nearly 80% of those affected are female between the ages of 30-50.

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When Accidents Happen, CHOP Will Be There For You

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Any parent that has a child that plays sports has the same fears: that his or her child will be seriously hurt playing in a game or during practice. And what are they supposed to do if they are hurt? Who can they turn to? That answer is easy: CHOP! The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is here to help your child in health and those unexpected emergencies!

My oldest son plays baseball. In fact, he has been playing since he was 5 years old. And, unfortunately, has had his share of injuries. Most were, thank goodness, minor in nature. Truth be told, I think his injuries were more traumatic for me than for him. He would bounce right back and keep on playing. Me, I just got a ton more of grey hair from it!

CHOP hospital for kids

His injuries have varied. From a few banged up fingers, to a few whacks in the back that were severe enough to send him to an emergency center. It really isn’t easy on Mom to see their child laid up and in pain….

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Sharing About The Dirty Girl Mud Run

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Have you ever heard of the Dirty Girl Mud Run? It is a 3.1 mile(ish) obstacle course run for women, and women ONLY! If you’re an uber cross fitter looking to make your weekend more challenging, Dirty Girl Mud Run has a place for you. If this is your first time running an organized obstacle run or 5k, YOU WILL GET TO THE FINISH LINE!

Dirty Girl Mud Run

Many women have been the victim of breast cancer, and the Dirty Girl Mud Run* helps celebrate their strength and survival. There are many women out there than run in memory of someone who has lost the fight to this disease. In any case, if you have been touched in any way by breast cancer, this event is a great way to be healthy and kick breast cancer in the face….

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