The word “neighborly” keeps popping up in conversations this summer. It’s a word that is not commonly used these days. My parents and grandparents were more apt to use this word than my children and grandchildren. I feel like I’m in the middle – growing up, hearing it...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also called ADHD, is a long-term condition that affects millions of children. It can continue into adulthood. ADHD includes a number of ongoing problems. These can include having a hard time paying attention, being hyperactive...
The other day, my five-year-old Max said, “I need some protein so I can have big muscles.” I couldn’t help but laugh because I knew exactly where he heard that from – me. As a personal trainer, I focus on hitting my daily protein goals to build muscle and support a...
I’ve used lists my entire adult life. In college, at work and at home, I’ve always had a list of things to get done. As I check one thing off, I add another. Often, I rewrite the list just to make it seem new! The one thing about my list that has always held true – if...
Have you ever noticed when moving your child's backpack, that it feels like it contains 40 pounds of rocks? Maybe you've noticed your child: Struggling to put it on Bending forward while carrying it Complaining of tingling or numbness Complaining of a headache and...
Being a mom to Ayan and Jordan is the best part of my life. Ayan is six and Jordan is about to turn four and they are truly the best thing since sliced bread. Motherhood fills me with a kind of joy I never knew existed. Cheerleader, coach, snack-getter, boo-boo fixer,...
I was scrolling through my photos the other day and noticed how few include me with my kids. I have plenty of adorable snapshots of my two children and tons of great shots of my husband with them, both candid and posed. I genuinely love taking photos on my phone or...
I’ve never been one to ask myself the “why me” question when something doesn’t go as planned in my life. Thankfully, when times have been difficult I’ve been able to skip past this question and look for solutions by asking “what if”. Often, when life presents a...
Welcome to Real Mom Moments with Rachel and Ashlee. More Real Mom Moments Raise Your Hand If... Skills of Independent Play Appreciating the Mess Your Attitude Matters Critical Mom Eye You Can Re-Do That Slowing Down I am a mom to three awesome kids: Ellie, Anna, and...
The one constant in life is change. One might get a new job, have a baby, graduate or move to a different city. Even though changes can be exciting, they can also be stressful. My patients frequently ask for coping strategies to deal with the big changes in life. Here...
Does the thought of a summer vacation kind of stress you out? Do you ever come back from a “getaway” feeling more drained than when you left? Same. Traveling with little humans is a full-contact sport. As the mom, I’m not just packing the snacks and sunscreen, I’m...
My daughter-in-law was sorting through cards and letters that their family had received over the past five years and sent me a picture of a card she thought I might enjoy. Upon receiving, my first thought was, “Wow, cheers to Emily! She’s tackling this after five...
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