Mindfulness Skills for Children-Nature Walk

by Jessica Lynn // October 3, 2014 // No Comments

Earlier this week I had a great mom day. To be honest, I totally rocked it. I usually don’t rock it as a mom, so I was feeling pretty good about myself. It was the kind of day that I thought, this... Continue reading →

Moms Matter, Too

by Jessica Lynn // September 30, 2014 // 1 Comment

Moms Matter, Too Crystal Saltrelli, CHC There’s something especially confusing about birth-related trauma. Unlike those exposed to war, abuse, violent crime, or life-threatening accidents, new moms are supposed to be happy. As long as the baby’s healthy, that’s all... Continue reading →

Positive Affirmations for Moms

by Jessica Lynn // September 26, 2014 // 5 Comments

I am very excited about the upcoming year of MOPS. This years theme is Be you, Bravely. I feel that this has been a theme over the last few months for myself and cannot wait to explore this topic more, challenge... Continue reading →

Getting Your Kids to Eat Healthy

by Jessica Lynn // September 17, 2014 // No Comments

I am currently watching the Today show while I write this and the segment is “what is a healthier choice”. We are inudated with media coverage on eating healthy and exercising. Yet, as a country we still struggle with having... Continue reading →

Believe in Love

by Jessica Lynn // August 27, 2014 // 1 Comment

Guest Post by Marissa My husband and I have been together since 2002. We have been married since 2009 and have two beautiful little girls ages 4 and 2. When I think of our relationship, the first word that comes to... Continue reading →

Date Night Idea: 5 At Home Restaurant Quality Meals

by Jessica Lynn // August 18, 2014 // 2 Comments

Last night I made chicken parmesan for dinner. It is one of those dinners that you need two people around to cook: One to cook and one to watch the kids. Before kids, my husband and I would often make a nice... Continue reading →

Why a Moms Weekend Away is Needed

by Jessica Lynn // August 3, 2014 // No Comments

Girls trips! Who doesn’t love the idea of a girls trip? I know I do…but the thing is I love the idea of it but the actual follow through is a different story. Why? EXCUSES… Here is my story. My... Continue reading →

10 Date Night Ideas to Create Memories

by Jessica Lynn // July 24, 2014 // No Comments

Building Relationships Through Creating Memories 10 Date Night Ideas A few weeks ago, we took a family trip to the local amusement park. The kids spent about 5 solid hours riding rides, playing in the water park, eating and... Continue reading →

Genius ideas for the proper care and feeding of husbands

by Jessica Lynn // July 16, 2014 // 1 Comment

Guest post by Angelica Shiels Genius ideas for the proper care and feeding of husbands. So I have come across a few articles (written by men?) that admonish wives to be gourmet-cooking, attentive temptresses for the sake of their marriages….... Continue reading →

“Wow, you have your hands full”

by Jessica Lynn // July 9, 2014 // No Comments

Have you ever heard “WOW, you have your hands full”?? Being a mother of a 5 year old boy and 2 year old boy/girl twins, I hear it ALL THE TIME. Here are 10 different ways to respond: 1.... Continue reading →

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