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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…]

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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4 Important Lessons We Can Teach Our Kids About Self Care Skills

October 31, 2019 by Kathryn 5 Comments

As parents, one of the greatest truths about raising kids is that they learn from what they see us do. Raising healthy, happy and well-adjusted children isn’t about what we tell them, it’s about how we model our behavior to set an example for them.

Our kids learn a lot from us; they learn how to treat others, how to carry themselves out in the world, and how to set standards for themselves. But one of the most important things our kids will learn from us is how to treat and value themselves. If we take care of our well-being, both physically and mentally, that will become something our kids will also value.

Learning self care skills is incredibly beneficial for children, but we need to teach them the right way. Self care is not about vanity or being selfish. It’s about ensuring that our minds and bodies are nourished so that we can better provide for others. Pouring from an empty cup doesn’t benefit anyone!

If you’re wondering how to start teaching your kids about the benefits of self care, use these four key points to help them learn some of the basics: [Read more…]