It’s that time of year again! Holiday parties and family gatherings can make eating healthy difficult—especially if you’re trying to maintain a healthy weight or follow a heart-healthy or diabetic diet.
Your Guide to Healthy Holiday Eating
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Seasons & Holidays
No matter the time of year, there’s always something to celebrate! We’re right by your side through birthdays, major milestones and changing seasons. Discover ideas for fun summer activities, new holiday traditions and more ways to make memories with your loved ones year-round.
When You Can’t Get the Perfect Gift for Your Child
I wanted Cabbage Patch Kids. My husband wanted Teddy Ruxpin. And there were toys like Lite-Brite, Garfield, Casey the Talking Robot and Care Bears!
Why Does My Mood Change with the Seasons?
Does your mood change with the changing of the seasons? It’s called Seasonal Affective Disorder, and you’re not alone. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Summer with the Grandkids
Grandparenting during the summer months is always enjoyable and always changing. Why would I expect or want anything else? Between the sporting practices/events and working, our grandkids are a blessing to have around.
Rites of Passage Through Grandma’s Eyes: What’s Changed?
I’ve always considered the end of every school year to be a rite of passage. Both students and educators go through a similar routine of cleaning out lockers or files, saying “See you next year!” and making special summer plans.
Is My Child Summer-Ready?
As a doctor, my goal is to keep children happy and healthy all year long. It is a great privilege to partner with parents to provide for the physical and emotional well-being of children through every stage of development.
Teaching the True Reason for the Holiday Season
Ringing bells for the Salvation Army is becoming a tradition for my family. This year, I took Cohen with me to ring the bell for an hour or so. It was amazing how much money a cute little boy in a Santa hat saying “Happy Holidays” to everyone will collect in 60 minutes!
A New Take on the New Year
New Year’s Eve is not a huge celebration on our list of family traditions. Don’t get me wrong — we love the idea of making new resolutions, watching celebrations on TV, toasting with a glass of bubbly and even shooting off a firework or two.
Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive With Your Teens
Christmas was such a fun time when my three kids were little tykes. We did so many wonderful things together as a family during the Christmas season. Watching “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on television, frosting cookies and driving around looking at Christmas lights were favorites.
Do You Believe in the Kids Table?
The ‘kids table’ or the ‘adults table’? Families often tend to split up during holiday meals, delegating an area where the younger members can all sit together and not interrupt the adults’ polite, conversation-filled meal.
Lessons on the Christmas List
Christmas is coming, which means it’s time to write a letter to Santa Claus! During the holiday season, Cohen writes a letter with gift ideas for our relatives and with his one big gift idea for Santa.
Creating Holiday Traditions with Growing Grandkids
Many of the traditions we started when our grandkids were infants are long gone. Traditions from when they were in elementary and middle school are still present, but they have also been modified in one way or another.
Does My Family Have Too Many Halloween Traditions?
Halloween is hiding just around the corner, like a costumed child waiting to pounce. Boo! Some people like to lock their doors and ignore what they consider a faux-holiday. Some like to dress up and hand out candy and have an excuse to watch a horror film.
How to Make the Most of Summer
The Fourth of July is always a fun part of summer. Shooting fireworks, relaxing with friends, block parties, picnic food and everything red, white and blue.
Dating Your Daughter
Father’s Day is June 21 — a perfect day to celebrate dear old dad and do all of the things he likes to do. My husband Matt is all about having good food and doing something fun, preferably outside, with the entire family.
Outdoor Activities for Grandkids
It’s summer, and for me the best time to spend with my grandkids! The days are longer, school is out and we can do so many things outside! I’m a nature freak, so for me, it’s a great time to use whatever we see outside to teach.
Grandma’s Gifts
When my daughter was about three years old, she and my mother, Meme (her name for her grandma), were very close. Even though my mother lives in Arkansas, we spent quite a bit of time with her and my dad.
Having a Shared Birthday Party
Parents today, including me, plan joint birthdays for the same reason our mothers did. It’s not only cheaper, but also much more convenient than throwing two. This year was the first time I had to wrestle with the decision to plan one or two birthday parties.
Spring Safety: 18 Precautions to Keep Kids Safe
Spring is a wonderful time of year. After being indoors for the winter, we can take our children outside and enjoy the fresh air while doing activities they enjoy. As parents, we’re continually striving to keep our children safe and protected.
A New Year, A New You
Whether it’s spending more time with family and friends, focusing on fitness, quitting a bad habit, or saving money, this is the time of year when many people think about changes they want or need to make.
The Meaning of the Holiday Season
Christmas has come, and the new year is near. Do you ever think “Is that all there is?” or “Is this all I’ve spent the past three months preparing for?” The kids are fighting again, my husband and I are back at work and life seems to return to normal.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Tree
Tis the season for an overabundance of Christmas shows on television. Leave it to a feel-good Hallmark Christmas movie with a perfect happy ending to bring out the Christmas spirit. Popular shows like “Shrek the Halls” and “Elf” are funny and seem to play over and over in our house.
Heart Alert: The First Snowfall
As a cardiologist, I tend to look at the weather forecast just a bit different than most people. I love the snowfall seeing Lincoln turn into a winter wonderland. Born and raised in Nebraska, I truly enjoy a the sight of a fresh snowfall.
Dear Santa
Dear Santa, my name is Cohen Connelly. I am 3 years old. My mommy says I have been a good boy this year and I would love lots of presents for Christmas. Tell your reindeers ‘Hi’ for me.
A Dermatologist’s Favorite Things
As we enter this very special time of year, I thought it might be fun to share a Dermatologist version of Oprah’s favorites! And of course, when buying for others, drop one in the Bryan Lifepointe Spa shopping basket for yourself!
Balancing Holiday Schedules
As we approach the holiday season, we tend to think of it as a time of enjoyment and festivities. But this time of year brings a great deal of stress! I have no doubt there will be many different disputes that couples will face in the weeks to come.
Family Photos in the Fall
Fall is upon us! The university is back in session and football has begun. This time of year is picture time for my family.
Cool Ways to Beat the Heat
With temperatures rising into the 100s, it’s important to take precautions so your children avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Delicious DIY Summer Recipes for Toddlers
What to feed a toddler? That is a loaded question! In a society that has daily reviews of what our food is really made up of such as artificial dyes, GMO’s, hormone exposure and so on; I have decided to be a very conscious mom about what I’m feeding my daughter.
Summertime Family Food
As a full time dietitian, wife to a busy husband and mother to three active children (11, 8 and 6), it is difficult to keep everyone on track and eating the right foods when school is out of session.
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