Monday, July 28, 2014

Favorite Quotes to Live By

Parent's Well-Being series 6 of 8

“Loving a baby is a circular business, a kind of feedback loop. The more you give the more you get and the more you get the more you feel like giving.” ~ Penelope Leach

“Every good and perfect gift comes from above . . .” ~ James 1:17

Stress Relievers Through Food & Exercise Part 2

Parent's Well-Being series 4 of 8
Here are additional website links to follow for foods to help with moods, stress, and lack of energy:



This is part 2 of Iva's article: Stress Relievers Through Foods & Exercise

Hope your week is going well and hope this helps,

*Iva

Friday, July 25, 2014

Got Me Time?

Parent's Well-Being series 5 of 8

What are you doing to find “me time?” When you get stressed out, how do you find ways to help ease your days? Or do you struggle finding ways to relax before going to bed at the end of the day?

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Stress Relievers Through Foods & Exercise

Parent's Well-Being series 3 of 8

Did you know that certain foods can be beneficial during a stressful time in your life? And did you know a brain chemical monoamine neurotransmitter called serotonin is needed for a good restful sleep? If you are lacking enough sleep

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Overwhelmed with worrying? Or preoccupied with “What ifs?”

Parent's Well-Being series 2 of 8

Worrying does not take away tomorrow’s troubles; it takes away today’s peace.

I myself have recently dealt with some life changing events that cause an overwhelming sense of anxiety, worrying, and many unresolved “what ifs.” Usually, when I’m stressed about a particular situation, I find it helpful to