Health + Wellness

The holiday season is fast approaching!  Before we know it, we will be caught up with making lists, buying gifts, making holiday preparations, decorating our homes, and entertaining family and close friends. But wait... how are mommies taking care of...

Our executive team recently had the pleasure of dining at Sammy's Woodfired Pizza and Grill - La Mesa and to say we were blown away by the hospitality, food, and overall experience an understatement. The food was delicious and the...

If you're like me, you're a chronic procrastinator. Holiday shopping until the last minute, organizing the menu, and don't get me started on the cleaning. I'm already exhausted thinking about it. Luckily, there's one place I know I can...

Most of us grow up with a lineup of holiday traditions, and this year I’m implementing Bake Day! Whether it’s the cookie decorating, the cleanup, the gifting, or the eating, there is a treat for everyone. This time, our...

People are shocked when I tell them that not only do my kids go to bed at 7:30PM, they put themselves to bed. Want to know the secret? The Octopus Kids Smart Watch: the first icon-based watch that empowers...

The holidays are fast approaching and I'm still trying to figure out how to keep my head above water, let alone eat a decent meal. At this point, I'd normally thrown in the towel, gain another 5-10 lbs over...

If you’re the parent of a teen, you may have already witnessed enough drama and extreme mood swings to rival an episode of “Real Housewives.”  But how do you know if what you’re seeing is typical teenage angst or...

Yes, it’s that time of year. Again. Our favorite season to love and criticize. It starts with Thanksgiving. The joy, but also the annoyances. The delicious food. And with that, the impending weight gain. And still for some, the impending...

The Brain Balance Program is a non-medical and drug-free approach to overcoming the challenges of ADHD, learning disabilities, processing disorders, Asperger Syndrome (now considered part of ASD), and a host of other related childhood learning and developmental issues. With a...

One of the toughest times of year to protect your child’s teeth as a parent is Halloween and spills into the holidays with Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year. Candy just seems to be everywhere. Educating your kids about...

I am sure that I am far from the only mama out there who loves spa time, self-care, and pampering. Navigating school schedules, extracurricular activities, and a daily work commute often leaves us mamas depleted and without the time...

I was recently introduce to Beaute Nouveau, a locally owned botanically based beauty line that includes a vast lineup of products for all skin types for the face and body. I was so lucky have just moved in right...