There’s no doubt about it, raising kids is overwhelming! The simple day-to-day routine takes so much time that it’s easy to forget about helping our kids develop in other ways.

But encouraging whole-body development is well worth a few extra hours when you have them to spare! Start by focusing on developing their five senses. It’s a great way to ensure they’re aware of their bodies and also let you know as a parent that there are no underlying issues you may want to look into.

Wondering just how to do that? These tips are a great place to start!

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I am a huge believer in the benefits of exfoliating your face. It’s a must in my skin care routine, and it’s made a huge difference in the look and feel of my skin.

Sloughing off that top dead layer of skin is beneficial for a few different reasons. It exposes the fresh, new skin underneath for an instant glow, and it also lets serums and moisturizers like your favourite Mario Badescu spray or anti aging cream penetrate more deeply for better results.

But there can still be too much of a good thing! It can be easy to overdo the job and exfoliate your face excessively. And that may just lead to damage instead of the glowing results you crave! [Read more…]

When it comes to exercise, I often struggle with sticking to a regular routine. And I know a large reason for that is because riding a stationary bike or doing reps with weights just isn’t that much fun!

Of course, as a busy mom of three, it’s already hard to fit regular exercise into my day. And when I’m not enjoying the exercise, I’m then more likely to skip a day.

That’s why I’ve decided to hunt out some fun activities that are also a great way to exercise! If you’ve been looking for a better way to stay in shape, these 4 activities are ones you may want to try! [Read more…]