Are you feeling unsettled? You aren't alone mama. From one day to the next, we are bombarded with conflicting news and disappointment. Yet as parents, we've got to keep going and keep inspiring the kids. Give yourself the gift of time this week and celebrate World Meditation Day ...read more
Latham Thomas founder of Mama OM: Shedding Light on Yoga for Mamas helps us putting the "ME" back in Meditation. This 15 minutes of "me time" may be the only time you have for myself...here's permission to take it. Related: How to put a bit of romance in your day Why Moms Need ...read more
Adults aren't the only ones dealing with increased stress and anxiety today - kids are also dealing with big feelings like anger, sadness, frustration and nervousness. All our routines have been turned upside down, as we shelter in place and try to stay healthy. To help young ...read more
It's so easy to advise your friends to "live in the moment." I think we all aspire to be parents that are truly present with our families. I'll be the first to admit I am a work in progress when it comes to mindful parenting. I want to make the time with my girls count, that's ...read more
Is anyone else binge watching GoopLab on Netflix? I'm officially hooked, and I can't wait for bedtime, so I can sneak downstairs and watch some more with a big pint of ice cream in my lap (but would Gwyneth approve?!) I was especially intrigued and inspired by the second episode ...read more
The holiday season has been hectic and exhausting. Heck, if you're a mom the whole year has likely been a busy blur. Take some time to slow down and recognize the importance of sleep and self care--and put these two things at the top of your 2020 priority list. We're sharing ...read more
As an, ahem, older mom, I am on a mission to take great care of myself. I'm trying to model good behavior for my girls; and, frankly, I'm trying to keep up with them. Now that I have a tween and teen, I'm pulling out all the stops. I'm working with MitoQ to share my five mom life ...read more
Do you meditate? If so, I'm sure you already know about the host of wellness benefits that come from mindful meditation, but what about mindful breathing? Meditation is all about connecting with yourself, being present in the moment and simply sitting still. That's easier said ...read more
This has been a transition summer for our family. Without sharing too much that isn't mine to share, we have a lot of change on the horizon. One way to deal with this is to dig my heels in and fight it. I'm attempting to do it the other way. The best I can do is work on me and ...read more
Meditation is very appealing to me. My life is jam-packed and I often feel overwhelmed by the abundance surrounding me. I have much to be grateful for—a great family, a job that fulfills me, and my health. Finding time to be present matters to me. I don't want these years to fly ...read more
Tax Day. It can be, well, "taxing"... on more than just your wallet. Getting those numbers crunched and that deadline met can leave you with a hefty headache and a serious dose of anxiety. (Not to mention the dent in your savings.) Alas, the day has come, and we hope you feel at ...read more
Motherhood can be stressful... Amen. And for all sorts of different, overlapping, switching reasons. From babies who won't nap to toddlers who wake up too early to teens who you can't get out of bed at all. From battles over teeth-brushing and breakfast-eating and ...read more
How have your kids transitioned back to school? How have you? The early morning wake-ups, the suddenly-filled afternoons, the busyness of balancing homework and sports and activities - getting back to school can be hard on the whole family. Today, we're sharing five apps that can ...read more
Is it just me or does the new year seem to hit so fast and so furious? It seems like we went straight from the dreamy magic of the holidays into a full on whirlwind no? At least that's what's been going on in my house. From ballet to baseball and everything in between, mama's ...read more
Let's be honest: motherhood can be stressful. Between too little sleep and and too much caffeine, littles who want to be in constant physical contact with you, and bigs that are learning the art of the eye roll, being a mom can tough. How do you cope? When I'm feeling a bit ...read more
The Sports Center at Chelsea Piers has always been a great place at Pier 60 along the Hudson River Park to get your workout on - with machines, an indoor track, cycling classes, personal trainers and more. The Sports Center has now added a serene single space studio known as the ...read more
Happy March! How are your New Year's resolution going? Dropped by the wayside you say? Too much other stuff going on- too many people besides yourself to take care of? Tell me about it. What if I told you that by taking 10 minutes out of your day to do a simple, enjoyable thing- ...read more
