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Life in general, bettering yourself, self care, etc.
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September Free Printables: Stay Organized and Get Creative!
Welcome to September, the month we officially start transitioning from summer to fall and getting ready for cooler temperatures – hallelujah! I thought I was going to burn to a crisp this summer here in Dallas, Texas! I know both my 17-month-old and I are bored out of our minds staying indoors the last few months. But printables saved my sanity! As everyone starts to settle back into daily schedules of school, work, sports, and more, it’s the perfect time to get organized and stay on top of things. And what better way to do that than with free printables? From calendars to planners to coloring pages, there are plenty…
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August Featured Free Printables: Organize and Have Fun Before Summer Ends!
Hey there, fellow moms! Can you believe August is already here? It’s bittersweet, as we’re approaching the end of summer vacation, but there’s still plenty of time to make the most of it. No matter what your family dynamic is – a stay-at-home mom to toddlers or a working mom with kids going to school daily or a dad looking for some easy entertainment for his kiddos – I’ve got you covered with my featured free printables for the month. Here are some of my featured creations for the month of August to keep you organized and having fun with your little ones. Free Printables Featured for August Two Different…
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Dino-mite Coloring Fun: 14 Free Pages of Adorable Dinosaurs for Kids to Color
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. I love to color, and I think it’s a great way for kids and adults to express themselves and have fun. Coloring is also good for your brain, as it helps with focus, concentration, and creativity. In this blog post, I’ll be sharing 14 dinosaur coloring pages that are perfect for kids aged 3-8 years old (or even older). The entire collection is completely free to download! Dinosaurs are a favorite among kids, and these dinosaur coloring pages are great for introducing them to the fascinating world of prehistoric creatures. There are 14 different pages to color in this collection, all featuring different…
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Top 5 Core Strengthening Bodyweight Exercises
A tight core is the ultimate fitness goal for many people. Not only does it look visually appealing to have a strong, tight core but having a strong set of stomach muscles also improves your posture, helps with back problems, and makes performing other exercises much easier. In this article, I’m going to help you develop the strong set of stomach muscles you’ve always desired by outlining five of the best core-strengthening bodyweight exercises. 1 – Bicycle Crunches with Elbow Touches Bicycle crunches with elbow touches are a tough but effective core-tightening exercise that involves performing crunches while cycling your legs in the air. To perform bicycle crunches, follow the…
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10 Tips for Training Your Brain for Weight Loss
Maybe you have followed all the exercise plans. Tried all the diets. Downloaded all the apps. You may have exercised as much as you can and removed all the unhealthy foods from your pantry. You’ve gained and lost and gained and lost the same 50 lbs for years. This can be so frustrating! Believe me, I know cause I just described myself and it drives me crazy! You work so hard and either don’t see the results of your efforts or they are temporary ones. Why is this such a shared struggle for so many of us? The missing link is our minds. If there is a disconnect between your…
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5 Basic Habits for a Healthy Lifestyle
Many believe that exercise alone is the key to a long healthy life. However, without a solid nutritional foundation, just exercising is going to fall short. Therefore, if you want to get to your best possible health, you need to be combining a solid exercise plan, a solid diet, and healthy habits. In this article, I’m going to show you how to do exactly that by listing five top healthy living tips. 1 – Drink Lots Of Water Water is essential for life and supports many vital functions in the body. It’s also required for optimal fat burning and failing to drink at least eight glasses of water per day can slow down your…
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How to Create and Publish a Children’s Book for Free
Did you know you can create and publish a children’s book for free? I just published two books recently (The ABCs of Halloween and The ABCs of Christmas) and I’m working on a few more! They are all very simple books that I’m working on right now. ABCs, colors, shapes, numbers, etc. I’ve also published some journals on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing! But I can talk about that another time! It’s also easy and free! Since becoming a stay-at-home mom I’ve been trying to find ways to make some extra money while being at home raising our sweet 7-month-old daughter. I’m constantly on Pinterest trying to get ideas for this blog,…
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Walking vs Running – Which is Best for You?
Walking and running are two popular cardio exercises that share a lot of similarities but also have some key differences. This article will compare walking and running side by side and help you find the most suitable exercise for you. 1 – Joint Impact One of the most notable differences between walking and running is the impact they have on your joints. Walking is a very gentle exercise that places little pressure on your ankles, hips and knees and is suitable even if you suffer from arthritis, back pain or hip problems. Running places a lot more pressure on your joints and is something you should avoid if you suffer…
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Top 5 Mental Habits that help you eat Healthy
In an attempt to take up healthy eating, you’ve most likely already scoured Pinterest, Insta, TikTok, and other sources to find out which foods are good for your health and which ones you should avoid. Though even with all of this knowledge and your willingness to change, you’re still struggling to develop and maintain healthy eating habits. The reason for this is that any healthy eating knowledge is worthless without the right mindset and habits. This post will discuss how you can get into the right frame of mind and start easily integrating healthy foods into your diet with five simple but effective mental habits. Habit 1 – Set An…
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Top 10 Stomach Toning Exercises For Beginners
Choosing the right exercises is essential if you want to burn belly fat and get a flat stomach. A combination of cardio and toning exercises are required to develop the six pack abs you desire. Fortunately, there are many effective exercises that can help you tone your tummy. The following are 10 of the best flat stomach exercises for beginners that can help you trim that flab around your midsection. Exercise 1 – Crunch Crunches are great exercises if you want to isolate and work your abdominal muscles. This exercise is floor based and uses just your own body weight. Here is how to perform crunches: 1. Lie flat on your back with your…
