Tag Archives: healthy

Being a healthy divorced mom

Posted on May 2, 2018 by

When my daughter was 18 months old I made the difficult decision to leave my husband. I moved to a new city and started over.  We had equal access, but she spent 60% of her time with me or sometimes … Continue reading →

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How to increase your kids’ intake of fruits and vegetables with minimal effort

Posted on August 24, 2017 by

It was one of those busy days when breakfast was cold cereal and dinner was soup with grilled cheese. My daughter had refused the soup, and her lunch bag showed her container of fruit and veggies were untouched. Unless you … Continue reading →

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Eating Disorders: It starts earlier than you think. Learn 10 simple tips to promote a healthy body image.

Posted on February 2, 2015 by

This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. To help raise awareness I want to start talking about eating disorders. Did you know that most kids who develop an eating disorder do so between the ages of 11-14? Although it can … Continue reading →

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Will my kids eat healthy at university or college?

Posted on August 29, 2013 by

It seems like yesterday when I was leaving home for university. I was so excited to be free from rules and parents – and be in charge of my own life.  The thought of a meal plan while I was … Continue reading →

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Ready Set Go to Kindergarten: Growing A Healthy Body

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

This post is the first of a 5-part series about getting your preschooler ready for Kindergarten. Be sure to check out Paula’s other top 10 tips for getting your preschooler off to a good start. “Eat your veggies”, “Sneeze into your elbow”, … Continue reading →

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