2012-02-21
Three Steps to Healthier Snacking
Who hasn’t heard that 3 o’clock call from their sweet-tooth? Becoming a skilled snacker could resolve those daily highs and lows.

2012-02-14
The Secret To Great Gift-Giving – Get It Right This Valentine’s Day!
Over the years, I’ve received some amazing gifts and, of course, some not so amazing ones.

2012-02-07
How to make joint custody work better for your kids
Separation and divorce are never easy on anyone, but as parents you should try to make this as painless as possible for your children.

2012-01-31
The art of living in the present
We are all guilty of sometimes living in the past, or even more so, living in wait for the future.

2012-01-26
Motivation: The key to losing weight
So, you’ve made the resolution to lose weight this year...which is probably the same resolution you made last year...

2012-01-17
Questions to ask your doctor at your annual physical exam
Most of us don’t exactly look forward to visiting the doctor—especially if we aren’t sick and the appointment is simply a routine check up.

2012-01-13
The New Era of Shapewear: Style Fit Design Fabric How To Wear
Most women by now have heard of shapewear. And probably the first thing that comes to mind when they think “shapewear” is that it’s uncomfortable.

2012-01-03
Don’t be a miswanter
As we enter the new year—a time for reflection on how to improve our lives—are you aiming for what will make you happy?

2011-12-27
Butter or Margarine? Sugar or Sweetener?
I’m sure you’ve wondered about these same questions. What’s better for you?

2011-12-20
Top 5 movie rentals for a girls’ night in
Ahh…time for a break during the holiday madness. And what could be better than a relaxing evening with your girlfriends...

2011-12-13
Should you be taking a daily multivitamin
With winter coming, you might feel that your body’s defences are down and a multivitamin could be a good insurance policy for your well-being.

2011-12-06
How To Be Nice
Growing up, I often heard my parents telling me to “be nice”. Lately I’ve noticed that I’m often telling my almost 7 year old son to “be nice” – be nice to your sister...

2011-11-23
The annual flu shot: Should you get one?
As we head into flu season, medical authorities promote the importance of flu immunization, but there might be another side to the story.

2011-11-15
Make The Most Of Your Looks
Having reached my 43rd year, I feel like I'm stuck somewhere between “the hot chick” and the "mature woman". Although I have been blessed with good genes, aging is inevitable and I have started noticing some changes in my appearance...

2011-11-08
How to deal with the late autumn doldrums
A lot of people struggle through autumn, feeling all the energy they had during the summer disappear along with the leaves from the trees. There’s good reason for this: As technologically advanced as we are, we’re still slaves to our circadian rhythms.

2011-11-01
Women and Sleep Why We Have More Issues Than Men
Did you know that nearly 50% of women over the age of 35 complain that they do not get a full night sleep? And did you know that women are twice as likely to have sleep problems vs men?

2011-10-25
‘Tis the season to be sneezing, but you can avoid the sniffles
Don’t you just hate the itchy, runny nose and scratchy throat of a cold? Don’t you dread the total exhaustion and aches and pains of a bout of the flu?

2011-10-18
The Invisible Mother
I read this recently and just had to share it - if you are a mother, you will definitely understand and relate.

2011-10-10
Showing the kids you care, even when you can't be there
You know too well those times when work gets in the way of your time with the kids. Perhaps it’s budget time, year end or preparations for a show or new product launch.

2011-10-04
How Do I Teach My Pre-School Daughter To Love Her Body?
I was recently having a conversation about women and body image and something stuck out in my mind... the woman I was speaking with said that she doesn't know a single woman who is totally happy with her body.

2011-09-27
The high energy diet for the multi-tasking, crazy-busy woman
A recent study has proven what you women have been telling us men forever...you’re better at multi-tasking than we are. I’d kinda guessed it a while back. The way my wife manages to carry and communicate with our one year old, prepare dinner and talk business on the phone, all at the same time, never ceases to amaze me.

2011-09-20
Fighting your way through the morning rush at home
September + the kids = back to school, and back to the mad rush of getting everyone up, dressed, fed and out the front door on time each morning. Wish we were still in the dog days of summer? Don’t worry, you’ll soon be back in the swing of things, and here’s a few helpful hints to help you along the way.

2011-09-13
The Art of "Making Time"
You know that working mom who has a stellar career, still takes her kids to all their activities, has time to go to the salon and look all put together, cook nutritious & delicious meals for the family (probably organic too), bake for the bake sales, read, do puzzles, arts & crafts, etc. with their kids regularly, run all the errands for the house, throw fabulous parties, etc. etc. You know her??? No, me neither.

2011-09-06
A Woman's Body After Pregnancy
If I can pin point a single thing in my life that has impacted me more than any other, I wouldn't hesitate to answer “motherhood”. It is by far the best thing that has ever happened to me… although perhaps not the best thing that has ever happened to my body!

2011-08-30
Make a new habit stick
Have you tried without success to make a new habit stick? Have you sworn that this time it will be different, only to find your latest effort to get up earlier each day not working within a week?

2011-08-23
5 Look Great Beauty Tips For The Time Starved Woman
I don’t know about you but on most mornings I have about 20 minutes to shower, dress and do my make-up. Throw in a small child interruption and it can be even less. That means my routine needs to be fine-tuned like a well-run machine!

2011-08-16
Short Bursts of Exercise as Good as a Longer Workout!
Most adults and children do not get enough exercise for a variety of reasons, including lack of time and opportunity, the expense associated with memberships in exercise facilities, lack of neighborhood safety, transportation issues, the fact that we have engineered exercise out of society (cars, elevators, etc.), and many more.

2011-08-09
Eat right, feel great!
Feel a little stiffer than normal this morning when you hopped out of bed? Yeah, could be just that you’re getting older...or it may have been the tomatoes you ate last night

2011-08-03
Simple Steps To Help Alleviate Back Pain
Did you know that almost all of us will live with back pain at some point in our lives? So many of us just learn to live with it – but we don’t have to! Chronic back pain can affect so many areas of our lives, including (to name just a few):

2011-07-26
6 fun exercises you can do while sitting at your desk
Long days at the office can leave us feeling stiff and tired. Hours chained to a desk and computer can hurt our eyes and posture. Over time, if we’re not careful, we can do lasting damage to ourselves.

2011-07-19
Moderation: The Key To Success For Busy Moms
In our fast-paced, modern lives we are often looking for a quick fix, not to mention the “next best thing”. Whether we are talking about diet, exercise or a healthy lifestyle, our goals may often appear overwhelming and unreachable. Just like any daunting task, it’s much easier to break things down into smaller, more doable tasks. After all, anything too extreme is doomed to fail. You know what they say, “slow and steady wins the race”!

2011-07-14
Fun, free (almost) activities for you and the kids this summer
Ah, the scent of freshly cut grass, the taste of summer berries, ripe from the bush and the sound of the kids yelling: “Mom, we’re bored.” Yes, summer’s here.

2011-07-05
Tips for Dressing Five Pounds Slimmer
Whether you’re looking to lose weight or just want to look your best, these tips will help you look 5 pounds slimmer without hitting the gym!

2011-06-20
Sneak Exercise Into Your Daily Routine
Summer’s almost here but the weight left over from Christmas that you promised yourself you’d lose is still hanging around—just like the turkey did. And to make things worse you know those pounds aren’t going away easily, because you simply don’t have the time to work out.

2011-05-05
Body image, self-confidence and womens shapewear
A confident person is not only more likely to succeed, but radiates strength, enthusiasm and passion. A confident woman knows what she wants and what she is capable of achieving.