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Sign Up for a Virtual 5k Run
We all need something to rally around, and we need to burn off all that banana bread we've been eating during social distancing. Training for a 5k will keep you busy and it's also a way to give back. Now is the time to sign up and start working on your mileage for a virtual run ...read more
How to Transition Back into the World Again
A few days ago, a friend lovingly referred to me as a "shut-in." I started to laugh, but then I stopped: "Wait, is that what I am now?" The truth is: while many others have ventured out and accepted the risks that come with living life and maintaining some semblance of normalcy ...read more
How to Prepare for the COVID Vaccine
Congrats! Your turn is finally up, and your appointment is in the books. Who knew that the big braggable event of 2021 would be your first (and second!) COVID-19 vaccination. It feels like we've all collectively and individually been waiting for this moment. It's a veritable ...read more
3 Productive Ways to Decompress
Every day around 11:30 a.m., I bring my toddler upstairs for her nap. I tip-toe out of her bedroom, and breathe a big fat sigh of relief. I love that teeny little maniac like crazy, but desperately need this hour or two to decompress and get things done. It's been a recurring ...read more
How to Look Better on Your Next Zoom Call
It appears many of us are going to be working from home for some time. And in fact, many industries have signaled that they may allow more and more flexible opportunities for work. Since video calls don't seem to be a trend that is ending, I finally invested in a few items to ...read more
How to Make Your Ski Season Safer with the Lysol Germ-Cast™ App
This year certainly has been a doozy, hasn’t it? Our lives have been disrupted, our favorite activities canceled, our gatherings postponed… It would be easy to let that permanently get us down. It doesn’t have to be that way though. Read on to see how my family keeps our spirits ...read more
How to Find Holiday Cheer in the Age of Covid
Life as they knew it has been put on hold due to the restrictions we all must adhere to in light of COVID-19. The days of waiting patiently for life to return to “normal” have passed. In fact, there has been enough time that has passed since the virus hit in early 2020, that we ...read more
Mask Up and Step Up: How to Make a Difference
When I first told my kids that real in-person school was on for the fall they were excited. After months of remote learning they were so pumped to see their friends and be with their teachers and -- you know -- get out of the darn house. But when i explained that they’d have to ...read more
How to Manage Relatives' Expectations This Holiday Season
Here we are a week before Halloween (yes, HALLOWEEN!), and I'm already fielding requests from relatives: What should we get the kids for Christmas? Are you coming over on Thanksgiving? Can you tell me which Barbie is the right Barbie? What size turkey should we get? Are they too ...read more
5 Ways to Thank a Teacher -- Because They're Working Extra Hard Right Now
When I switched majors in college my sophomore year, I hemmed and hawed between communications and education -- ultimately making the call to go with journalism and public relations. A few years later, after a couple of not-so-great media and publicity gigs, I thought about ...read more
Mom Hack for Getting Your Kids to Wear Masks
I've got a mom hack for getting kids to wear masks, it's as simple as letting them customize them. The Crafty Mask™ is a mini art project that will give your child the ability to turn something they might find inconvenient into something F-U-N! Discount code: "MOMTRENDS" for 15% ...read more
Creative Ways to Safely Celebrate Halloween
Halloween is my favorite holiday -- which is funny, because growing up I didn't really care for the candy-eating costume-wearing celebration. But now, as a mom, I adore getting into the spooky spirit, mapping out our trick-or-treating route, and playing all sorts of silly games. ...read more
How to Mitigate the Risk of Covid-19 When Seeing Family
One of the most difficult aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic is navigating how to safely feel close to family, friends, and loved ones. While Google hangouts and Zoom dates are great, their appeal may have worn off slightly in the last few months. Nevertheless, safety needs to be ...read more
Distance Learning a Mini Course for Parents
Healthy Equation's Learning Lab is offering a new mini course to help parents thrive in the new world of digital learning from home. With 5 lessons filled with activities and preparation guides, you’ll have everything you need to start this semester on the right foot. Sign up ...read more
The Benefits of Using Music in Your Remote Learning
With so many kids learning from home during this unprecedented start to the new school year, many students are in desperate need of help concentrating, staying focused, and remaining in good spirits. Music might be just what the doctor (and teacher) ordered.Soothing, relaxing ...read more
How to Help Your Kid Get Used to Wearing a Mask
The back-to-school season has arrived; and if your kids are going back to the classroom in-person, they will likely have to wear a face mask in enclosed spaces. The first sticking point for a lot of parents and educators is that some kids, particularly younger ones who don’t ...read more
Preventing and Treating Maskne Breakouts
Maskne. It's the new backne. It may seem like a minor inconvenience, but those dealing with pesky pimples and clogged pores on their chins know it can be a major source of stress and self consciousness. Mask acne happens as a result of humidity building up under your cloth face ...read more
Seven Ways to Prepare Your Family for Ski Season During COVID
It's about 80 days until ski season, is your family ready? No doubt this will be an unusual ski and riding season. Reservations, limited access to lodges and COVID tests are some of the things parents will have to wrangle with. Here's a list of seven ways to prepare your family ...read more
How to Give Back and Get Creative with Chalk Art
In this crazy back to school season, most moms I know are doing what they can to stay positive and keep things moving forward. We're back to school shopping and we're setting up our homework stations all within a VERY tense and stressful framework of not knowing how this school ...read more
What Is Decision Fatigue?
I recently heard the expression "decision fatigue," for the very first time. Without explanation or definition, I instantly understood the meaning and it immediately resonated with me. Right now, I am experiencing major decision fatigue. Most of us are. Parents have been ...read more
6 Stay-Healthy Summer Travel Tips
Summer is here, which normally means it’s time to take a vacation. In the age of the Coronavirus Pandemic, many plans are being changed or curtailed. No matter where you’re going, if you’re not prepared, a potentially amazing holiday can turn out to be the worst. Here are our ...read more
Breastfeeding During the COVID-19 Pandemic: What You Need to Know
As if bringing a brand new baby home from the hospital wasn't scary enough, now you have a pandemic to contend with. Yes, these is most definitely uncharted territory for new moms who want to keep their little newborn nuggets happy, healthy, and safe. If you're nervous about ...read more
Outdoor Social-Distance Friendly Play Dates
This is a judgment-free zone, so refrain from giving me side-eye when I gently ask, "Can we have play dates now?" It's a tricky path to navigate, and I supposed it depends on where you live, what precautionary measures you take, and personal comfort level. After three months of ...read more
Stay in and Still Look Cute Summer Fashion
Raise your hand if t-shirts and joggers are your go-to uniform right now? I see a lot of hands in the air. This COVID social distancing approved outfit is the best way to stay in and still look cute in your summer fashions. Here are a few pieces (everything under $100!) that will ...read more