Health

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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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 Things Families Dealing with Eczema in Children Should Know

October 11, 2019 by Kathryn 4 Comments

This post was sponsored by Pfizer Canada. Opinions expressed belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are not influenced in any way. Please view full Terms and Policies.

I’ve always been close to my brother and sisters and as the oldest child, their problems were my problems. So, when my sister, Brenna, developed severe eczema as a toddler, I suffered along with her as my family struggled to find a solution.

Since that first diagnosis, my family has become pretty familiar with eczema. My oldest niece developed a case of eczema that was just as severe as her mother’s had been. My oldest son had mild eczema as a toddler that he thankfully outgrew in a few years. And one of my little nephews had minor eczema as well.

Through all that, I’ve learned a lot about eczema and the agony it can cause. And if your own child has been recently diagnosed, these are four things to remember as a family dealing with eczema in children!

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Finding Hypoallergenic Earrings for Girls

September 24, 2019 by Kathryn 1 Comment

I love getting presents for my three little nieces, but I also have to be careful about what I buy! They all have some issues with allergies and skin sensitivity, which means double-checking that the clothes, accessories and earrings for girls that I get for them are safe.

If you or someone you know is allergic to jewelry, you may have also had difficulty finding hypoallergenic options that won’t cause an allergic reaction. Most allergic reactions from jewelry actually occur due to the nickel content of the piece.

Nickel is a very common metal and is used as a sort of “filler” in cheaper jewelry. This can mean that cute and inexpensive ring or necklace could cause adverse reactions. Here’s how to find cute hypoallergenic earrings for girls. [Read more…]

Is Your Child Nearsighted? Here Are 4 Reasons To Consider CooperVision MiSight Contact Lenses!

July 16, 2019 by Kathryn 47 Comments

It can be a pretty big shock to suddenly learn that your child has a vision problem. When my husband was diagnosed in his tween years, he told me that he had no idea how poor his vision was. It wasn’t until he put on his first pair of glasses that he knew just how much he’d been missing!

And when my own son was diagnosed with myopia (more commonly referred to as nearsightedness), I was equally shocked that his vision wasn’t perfect as I’d assumed. His myopia was categorized as low, so he hadn’t shown any noticeable signs and didn’t necessarily need to wear his glasses all the time. But after a week or so of wearing glasses, he told me he was surprised at how much better he could see with them on!

If your own child is nearsighted, you’re not alone. Currently, 42% of the world’s population have been diagnosed with myopia¹. And now, there’s a revolutionary treatment that is available in Canada that parents have got to check out! CooperVision MiSight® 1 day is the first soft contact lens that has been clinically proven to not just correct for myopia, but to slow down its progression by 59% in children²!!

Wondering if CooperVision MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are a good choice for your child? Here are four reasons you may want to consider them: [Read more…]