‘Tis the season for germs. No matter how much one tries to avoid it, this time of year, there are sick people all around–especially true right now in Wisconsin with flu season in full swing and influenza activity unpredictably high.

Fred “Mister” Rogers was more than an American television personality. He was more than a father and husband. He was and still is an inspiration to many, even to this day, over 16 years after his death.  There are many lessons from Mister Rogers that we can use while raising our children.  Here are a few of my favorites.  

On a whim, I signed up for a workshop based on holistic wellness last spring, hoping maybe to reduce some stressors in my life. The resulting energy boost was an unexpected (but much-needed!) bonus. Here are her five tips for more energy:

Yes, I see a psychologist for therapy. I will honestly say I have never once been ashamed of seeing a therapist, and that’s why I am expressing this on a public platform.

One of my closest mom friends shared an article that talked about the residents of northern Norway, who, one would assume, would have high rates of seasonal depression. Despite not seeing the sun from late November through January, the residents of these northern communities embrace winter and view it as a celebration, not a drudgery.

Our bodies are not meant to run at full throttle around the clock. When we fail to give ourselves time and space to relax and unwind, we run the risk of all sorts of stress-related ailments.

Due to increasing prevalence, food allergies have become a more frequent topic of both discussion and concern. Food allergies affect up to eight percent of children.

Here are four reasons why I think it is so important for your little one to have an eye exam before he/she start 4K.

Dad plays a significant role in the breastfeeding journey and is no longer just something that “the women” should be concerned about. Partners are crucial to the success of breastfeeding.

Many of us experience “winter blues,” which is a temporary, “Tell me again, why do we live in this climate?” kind of thing. Beyond that, though, is seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, which is absolutely no joke.