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29 Jul

6 Powerful Tips On Creating A Sleep Friendly Bedroom

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Sleep Disordershealth, healthy living, mental health, sleep, sleep advice

6 Powerful Tips On Creating A Sleep Friendly Bedroom You will understand the importance of a good night's sleep. Not only will you feel more refreshed and energized in the morning, but you will experience the health benefits too. You will also be less irritable, which is something your family will be thankful for if they sometimes see the grouchy side of you in the morning. 6 Powerful Tips On Creating A Sleep Friendly Bedroom But if you're not getting enough sleep, there could be excellent reasons why. In some instances, the fault could lie with a sleeping disorder, in which case, a…

29 Jul

Cool As A Cucumber: How Some People Manage To Beat Anxiety

TheMomKind0 CommentsAnxiety, Health, Lifestyle, Mental Healthanxiety, health, healthy living, mental health

Beat Aniexty Have you ever wondered how some people manage to live without any anxiety? They seem to float through life without feeling the slightest twinge of apprehension about upcoming events. Instead, no matter the stressor, they are always themselves. How to Beat Anxiety So what’s their secret? That’s a good question. Some people manage to beat anxiety and live their lives as if nothing that happens to them matters. But how do they do it? Hang Out With People People who manage to beat stress tend to hang out a lot with others. They spend a large amount of their…

04 Jul

On Pointe: The Health Benefits of Enrolling Your Child in Ballet

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Parentingchildren health, parenting tips

Health Benefits of Enrolling Your Child in Ballet If you've ever considered signing your child up for ballet classes, you probably already know that there are tons of benefits of taking ballet for kids. It's an excellent way for kids to make friends, express themselves, and have fun! However, while you may already know that ballet is a great way to get exercise, you may not be aware of ballet's more specific health benefits for kids. On Pointe: The Health Benefits of Enrolling Your Child in Ballet Here, we'll break down the ways that ballet can specifically benefit your child's…

25 Jun

Do Weighted Blankets Work? 8 Health Benefits You Need to Know

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutism, Health, Lifestyleanxiety, autism, insomnia, weighted blanket

Do you ever feel like you need someone to press your back or shoulders each time you suffer from pain in those areas? This is because the pressure applied to those regions that hurt helps relieve some of the pain, at least momentarily. Weighted blankets work with the same principle, where weight is applied to the entire body at night when using the blanket. Do Weighted Blankets Work? 8 Health Benefits You Need to Know In this article, we’ll have a look at eight of the benefits that are a result of using weighted blankets and why you should consider…

11 Jun

Simple Strategies to Improve Your Mental Health from Home

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Lifestyle, Mental Health, mental health, Women's Healthmental health

Although the general advice involving mental health includes going to a psychiatrist, not all of us have the extra funds to spend on a health care provider. In addition, driving to the psychiatrist's office, taking hours out of our day, or even missing a much-needed work shift isn't accessible for many, but there are things you can do to improve your mental health from the comfort of your home. Discuss Your Feelings Talking about your feelings can help you stay in good mental health, so speak to your friends, family, or spouse on the phone or through Zoom. If you…

09 Jun

11 Foods to Help You Look and Feel Younger

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Lifestyle, mental healthdiet, healthy eating, healthy living, mental health

It's impossible to reverse the aging process, but getting older doesn't have to feel bad. These foods can help you look and feel a bit younger. After celebrating your tenth 25th birthday, you begin to realize that the long-running joke is wearing on you. 11 Foods to Help You Look and Feel Younger The fine lines, love handles, and achy joints that come with age are stopping your quest toward the fountain of youth. Get ready to stay young forever! These 11 foods will keep you looking and feeling like you’re in your prime year after year. Fatty Fish Fatty…

25 May

POLST vs. Advance Directive: A Formal Comparison

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polst vs. advance directive Taking care of your loved ones in the last stages of their life is no easy task. And while you'll have to make some critical decisions on their behalf, it's also essential to make sure their wishes are granted. If you can't decide between a POLST vs. advance directive, this guideline has the answers. Continue reading to learn more. POLST vs. Advance Directive: What's the Difference? A POLST format is not an advanced guideline and can not be used in place of one. When appropriately used, advance directives and POLST forms are also valuable care plan…

25 May

4 Important Questions to Ask At Your Routine Gynecological Exam

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealth, Women's Healthhealth, womens health

How often you need to visit your gynecologist depends on your age and personal situation. But experts recommend that most women in the US should have a routine gynecological exam at least every other year. It is always a good idea to make sure your reproductive health is a-okay, and there are no underlying issues. But women's health was not discussed in many schools and many households. Some people with female genitals might not know the scope of their options or spot signs of an issue. 4 Important Questions to Ask At Your Routine Gynecological Exam Here are some questions…

25 May

Getting Toned: 5 Key Benefits of Doing Sit-Ups

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getting toned Do you dread the moment you have to perform sit-ups? Next time you want to skip performing sit-ups, you need to keep in mind the benefits. Getting Toned: 5 Key Benefits of Doing Sit-Ups If you're looking for ways to take your workouts to the next level, you came to the right place. If getting toned is your plan, read on to learn how. 1. Muscle Endurance One of the main benefits of sit-ups is muscle endurance. Because sit-ups force you to contract your abdominal muscles and create resistance, you build muscle endurance over time. However, it's essential…

25 May

Cold vs. Heat Therapy: When to Use Each Method

TheMomKind0 CommentsHealthhealthy living, pain

As of 2019, at least 20.4% of American adults live with chronic pain. Learning about cold vs. heat therapy will improve your pain levels. Around 7.4% of American adults deal with chronic pain that limits their life and work activities. If you deal with any pain level, it's essential to find the type of therapy that's best for reducing it. Cold vs. Heat Therapy: When to Use Each Method Pain decreases your quality of life. You deserve to know the difference between cold and heat therapy as well as when to use them. Here's what you need to know about…