Humans begin to develop teeth while still in the womb, and, in fact, the process usually starts sometime around 6 to 8 weeks of gestation. By about four months of gestation, the hard tissues of the teeth form. Infants are usually born with the dental tissue present but below the gum line. It is only…
One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. While losing extra pounds to feel, get in shape, and live healthier are top of most of our lists for the new year, avoiding harmful habits during the holidays can help you start one step ahead. Here are some excellent tips for staying healthy…
When you start to think about the best ways of getting yourself in shape and improving your fitness, your mind will most likely wander to familiar methods of losing weight. This includes going to the gym, swimming, walking, running, and cycling. However, there is a popular sport that is great at improving fitness and getting…
Most people already know that diet and exercise are essential for continued good health. What many people don't realize is that getting the required amount of sleep is just as important. It has been proven that a lack of sleep or even poor quality sleep can affect your hormones, brain function, and exercise performance. It…
Wait. Is it possible to enjoy your holiday as a traveling mom? Kids are running around. Heart in your mouth at the thought of a child getting lost in unfamiliar terrain. Not a minute of alone time to actually relax or spend quality time with your partner. Sounds like the chances of having a meaningful…
Many of us live busy lives with work, school, and children. However, we still want to devote as much time and attention to our pets as we can. We can do this by doing a few things to make our lives less chaotic. Here are five tips that all busy pet owners should utilize. Hire…
Once you’ve given birth to a healthy baby, chances are there is one thing on your mind: the health and wellbeing of your newborn. Nothing else seems to matter. It’s a natural response, one which is central to being a great parent, but it’s important to put things in perspective. Think about it this way.…
As winter approaches, most people will be spending more time indoors. It's a great time to look at everyday health habits and ways to simply improve your health and your family's. Good health is not difficult; it's simply a matter of developing good habits that are simple and easy to include in your lifestyle. Studies…
No one can deny the incredible amount of pressure that stems from work, financial issues, emotional instability, and a lot more. The world is getting crazier every minute and doesn’t seem to stop any time soon. Anxiety and depression are the two most common mental health disorders that have encapsulated the lives of millions of…
The week of your wedding is likely to be a bit of a stressful one. Especially when you’re a mother, it’s a big and significant moment in your life. One that you’ve likely worked hard on while also dealing with the challenges of motherhood. So you want to ensure that you have the best time…