The Healing Power of Herbs...

This time of the year many people are visiting garden centres and planting pretty flowers, healthy vegetables, ornamental shrubs… Nothing wrong with that, honestly! Personally, that is what I do as well. I just want to share a bit of information about herbs – and maybe you will see the benefit of actually growing a herb garden and repeaing its benefits. … For centuries, nature has supplied the human race...

Update from Laura’s Writing Chair...

I have introduced Laura few months ago – she is my friend who has cerebral palsy and writes from her wheelchair. I will not hesitate to admit that she motivates me on regular basis. Laura has a blog website where she posts her thoughts.. and then some. Her latest post deserves to be shared – and I felt compelled to comment on it as well. It really got me thinking after I read a comment on Laura’s blog from J. I...

Holistic Health...

Here is an exciting new addition to this website -the expertise of a young lady that I am happy to call my friend. Her name is Lindsay, she is a member of Natural health Practitioners of Canada, owner of Lindsay Rose Holistic Health, Shiatsu Therapy Association of BC, writer, speaker and instructor. People who meet Lindsay would tell you that she is a natural healer, born to change lives. Her positive attitude and energy...

Life with Cerebral Palsy...

I could title this post: “And now for Something Completely Different”  - meaning – different from recipes. advice on planning weddings, etc. But in a way – this post is all about life and all about what to do and how to do it. And therefore the topic of living with cerebral palsy totally fits in. Let me tell you why I decided to write this. Few months ago, a good friend of mine messaged me asking...

About Child Obesity...

About Childhood Obesity Childhood obesity is a medical condition that affect children and teenagers. It actually means that sometimes, the body stores an excessive body fat. If a child stores too much fat, he becomes classified as obese. The sign of obesity is a weight which is well above the average for the child’s height and age. Childhood obesity is usually caused be children eating too much and not being active...

Teaching Your Child to Eat in a School Cafeteria...

This just may be the first time your child will decide what he or she will eat. And yes – school cafeterias have improved over the years, but there are still some options available to your child, which are less than healthy. Consider the potential access to vending machine or the fact that the child can actually decide to eat a hot dog day after day – unless you do some preliminary work and some serious training. You...

Healthy School Lunch Strategies...

It really can’t be said enough times – what your child eats at school directly affects his or her level of energy and the ability to learn. Getting together healthy lunch day after day can be quite a task and even though my children are way past the school years, I do remember dealing with this issue and learning as I went along. And if your child is an active participant in sports, you have even more to consider....

Guide to Easy School Lunches...

Believe it or not, making healthy school lunches does not have be difficult. If you start with your shopping list and stack your kitchen cupboards, your fridge and pantry with the right items, it will be much easier to prepare every day healthy lunches for your children. Here is a simple guide of suggestions what to have on hand: For Your Pantry: Whole grain breads Ready to eat cereals Whole grain crackers Canned and...

How to Make Healthy School Lunches...

First thing you have to remember is that what your child eats at school is the major source of essential vitamins and minerals needed for developments over the years. The food you pack will give your child the energy and nutrients needed to effectively learn and plan at school. Without sufficient energy, your child may become tired too quickly and find it difficult to concentrate. And just like in an adult situation –...

All About Common Childhood Ailments...

Do you have an active child? Active kids are bound to pick up germs and get hurt every once in a while. Hope this simple guide will help you have remedy-ready when your child will need a simple treatment, some comfort and a little tender loving care. For Minor Scraps and Bruises: That means any breaks in child’s skin and with bleeding and some pain Simple directions: Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water Treat...