Fall break: It’s the time to do just that and take a break from work, school and the day-to-day grind. Whether it’s a daytrip or an overnight excursion you are after, here are a few ways to spend time as a family this fall. Sleep under the stars Fresh air, wide-open spaces, s’mores…
Is your office desk drawer disguised as a junk drawer? If the answer is yes, then it is time to declutter it!! No one has time to sort through a bunch or trash, receipts, pens, batteries, and other miscellaneous items just to find a paperclip! HOW TO DO IT: 1. Dump that drawer! Yes, dump…
Businesses around our community, the state and the nation are creatively adapting to changes necessary for the health and safety of their workers and patrons. But, business is still OPEN* in downtown Dayton. Small businesses are the heart of our community, and we can all contribute to their success, as well as the…
Weight loss. One of the most talked about topics when it comes to women’s health. Let’s face it, in today’s media driven society, we are putting ourselves on display more than ever and are even comparing ourselves to other women our ages all the time. The weight may have creeped up over the years and…
This past week I learned about a local play group called Free PlayIT. Knowing almost nothing about the group, I decided to take my 20 month old to try it out! What initially drew my attention was the fact that the group was FREE and it looked like a great atmosphere to meet other…
Picture walks are a great way to introduce a new book to your child and at the same time, improve his language and literacy skills. Picture walks are basically just a conversation between you and your child about the book. Here are some key components of a successful picture walk: -Look at the cover and…
In the early days of parenting, managing your “fleet” may have meant finding space in the garage for a tricycle and a collapsible stroller. Fast-forward a few years, and your family’s transportation needs have expanded—and gotten significantly more complicated. Between work commutes, school drop-offs, sports practices, teen drivers, and college send-offs, families can find themselves…
Even in the winter months, there is no shortage of memories to make or experiences to be had in Columbus, Ohio. Leading up to the holiday season, the city is literally aglow with thousands of lights, and the local family-friendly attractions eagerly participate in adding to the joy of the season. Covid…
Leading up to labor and delivery, women are encouraged to think through their preferences, desires, and hopes for their birth experience. However, to ensure the best birth experience, women should focus on a balance between planning ahead of time and understanding that successful labor and delivery requires flexibility. Newborn photography is a wonderful way to…
If your spouse is like mine, he or she never takes vacation. In fact, at one point my husband built up more than 100 days of leave. That’s a ton of days where I could have been lying on a beach or hiking or skiing or even sleeping in for a staycation. But around the…
