Kathryn, Author at Mommy Kat and Kids

Why Zoning Out When Working Out Is a Bad Thing

December 5, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

For just over a week now, I’ve committed to daily workouts instead of my usual occasional walking and yoga. And already I can feel a difference in my overall strength and flexibility!

But I’ve learned that zoning out while exercising (something I was notorious for when walking on the treadmill) could cause some dangerous problems.

Working out is an excellent way to keep your body (and mind) healthy, but whether you’re losing focus (and therefore interest) in your routine, lifting with incorrect posture, or causing an accidental injury, there are more than a few reasons that zoning out while you work out isn’t a good thing. Check out these potential consequences of not being present while exercising, and tips for staying focused!

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Tips To Refresh Your Kitchen Space for the New Year

December 3, 2019 by Kathryn 4 Comments

The end of any year is a stressful and busy time, but it leads up to the excitement of a whole new year stretching out ahead of you, filled with opportunities, chances and thrills. So why not make the most of the time by getting your house ready for the new year as well?

From your bathroom to your closet to your home office, there’s a lot that you can do to set yourself up so that when midnight chimes you’ll be ready to kick off the year in style with an organized home and a de-cluttered mind!

The kitchen is one key area that could probably do with a bit of TLC, so here are some expert kitchen maintenance tips to make sure that yours is in tip-top condition and ready to take whatever 2020 can throw at it! [Read more…]

Add Extra Fun To the Christmas Season With These 4 Holiday Party Ideas

November 20, 2019 by Kathryn 1 Comment

Everyone loves the holidays, and there’s no reason to limit the fun to just celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas! Planning a day of some additional holiday activities is a great way to unwind from the stress of preparing for the big day and bond with family and friends!

Looking for some inspiration to help you plan your holiday get-together? These four holiday party ideas are sure to be a hit!

Game Night

If you enjoy playing cards or board games and spending time with your loved ones, then why not throw together a game night during the holiday season? Game nights are always fun, and are also a great chance to catch up with friends and family before the havoc of the holidays begins. And remember that game night doesn’t have to be extravagant. All you really need is a deck of cards, a few good board games, and some finger foods to snack on throughout the evening. This Mexican Layered Dip makes a great easy appetizer to serve! [Read more…]

Tips for Handling Unexpected Emergencies When Traveling

November 18, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Everyone loves a vacation and most of the time, with good reason! What could be better than escaping the daily grind to enjoy new places and sights? But every once in a while, people experience vacations that go wrong. From natural disasters to becoming ill to missing flights, there are plenty of problems that can pop up when you leave the comfort of your home and travel into the big, beautiful world. Here are a few things you should be prepared for – just in case!

Lost Luggage

Horror stories abound of arriving at your amazing vacation oasis only to find your luggage never made it there. Not only is this event every traveler’s nightmare, it can also ruin your vacation right off the bat. With over 24 million suitcases missing their destination each year, it’s difficult to know if you can trust the airlines with your bags! If it does happen that your suitcases end up missing their target, report the incident immediately to the airline. [Read more…]

5 Tips for Recovering Your Romantic Energy After Having a Baby

November 14, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Disclaimer: This blog post was sponsored by K-Y and YMC. Opinions expressed belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are not influenced in any way.

When it comes to getting frisky, there hasn’t been much that can take the wind out of my sails. I’m a high-energy person and that carries over into every area of my life…including the bedroom!

But after the birth of my youngest son, I found my natural energy flagging for the first time in my life. Baby Cormac is an exceptionally high-energy individual himself; even before he could sit, stand or walk he would spend solid minutes just waving his arms and kicking his feet as hard as he could.

I felt as if my baby was draining my energy from me, and the last thing I wanted to do at the end of an exhausting day was get frisky with my husband. But I knew I needed to get my libido back. And luckily, I found some tricks that helped me do that!

It’s not always easy for an exhausted mom to get back into that pre-pregnancy groove of enjoying regular loving. And if you’re struggling at the same point in your life, these are the five tips that helped me!

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