Today we want to talk about how our surroundings in our homes affect us as moms and some of our thoughts on that. We hope you enjoy. Rachel’s Christmas Glimmer As we write this at the beginning of January, we are still very much in Christmas joy. I did take down the...
Have you ever felt a headache so overwhelming that it seemed to take over your entire day, leaving you desperate for relief? For me, migraines became an unwelcome companion during high school. Back then, I didn’t even know what to call them; I just knew that the...
As a full-time personal trainer, health and wellness are literally my career—I spend my days helping others prioritize their well-being. But even with all my knowledge and experience, I still struggle to practice self-care as a mom of a 2-year-old and a 4-year-old....
As a doctor, I get a lot of questions about how much protein we actually need. There is so much information available to us that finding the “right” answer can be hard. Protein is an important part of a well-balanced diet. However, getting the correct amount is just...
Hi. I'm Rachel, and I'm Ashlee. Welcome to the CapitalMOM Real Life Conversations. It's real life. Rachel’s December Glimmer We're going to start with our glimmer and our dimmer. And my glimmer for this month is Wicked. Have you seen Wicked? Because I saw it, and I...
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet demanding roles you can take on. Over the years, through my professional experience and my own journey as a parent, I’ve realized that perfection isn’t just unattainable—it can actually get in the way. Let me share a few...
For my kids, it’s truly the most magical time of the year! For me though, as a mom, it’s also the season of heightened mental load and sensory overload. I feel the weight of planning, coordinating and making sure every moment is brimming with holiday cheer. I want my...
I recently looked back at my prior blogs and realized I’ve been writing about my grandchildren for the past 10 years. Where has the time gone? It’s similar to the feeling I have when I think about how old my grandchildren are today—23, 24, 25 and 26. I thought to...
Hi, I'm Rachel, and I'm Ashlee. Welcome to the CapitalMOM Real Life Conversations. Our Mutual Dimmer Let's start with our dimmer. We actually have a mutual dimmer. My middle kiddo started throwing up yesterday, and then threw up until about 3:00 in the morning. And...
Do you have high cholesterol? Or have you been told to watch your cholesterol level? You might wonder what steps to take. Eat healthier, maybe more veggies? Exercise more? Limit calories? So many questions! I hope to help provide a little direction to help you. What...
Hello, CapitalMOM readers! My name is Cassidy Vineyard Pflanz and I’m thrilled to join CapitalMOM as your newest blogger. Writing for a community of parents who are as invested in their families as I am is such a wonderful opportunity. I’m excited to dive in and share...
Last year, I started carving out time each Sunday to reflect on my week and share takeaways with my grandkids. Here's what the experience has been like. Thinking About Grandparenthood I used to wonder if my relationship with my grandkids was unique or if every grandma...
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