Health & Fitness

At the start of the New Year, most people seek ways to get healthier. There are a lot of fad diets marketed, as well as quick-fix workouts. But walking is one tried and true way to improve your health, clear...

In November 2016, CNN, Newsweek, The Huffington Post, Upworthy, and a smattering of local news outlets reported on the success of an urban school in West Baltimore called Robert W. Coleman Elementary that had been piloting a program replacing...

The journey through pregnancy is full of exciting, joyful, nerve wracking, tired, and unique moments. From the moment you see those two pink lines, you work hard to be a wonderful mom by getting prenatal care, researching baby gear,...

Westchester County Moms Blog was provided the opportunity to visit Scarsdale’s newest boutique fitness studio – SHRED Fitness. Located on Weaver Street, SHRED Fitness provides the newest innovative circuit training by incorporating body weight and barbell workouts with cardio...

I’ve really hit my stride with the out-of-control snacking that’s been going on around here for weeks now. There is no shame to my game anymore - I mean the number of potato chips I consume - so unnecessary!  You...

I remember when I was a new mom, I was pureeing every veggie and fruit I could shove into my little magic bullet blender for meals and snacks.  I also remember that same blended cup o’ mush being tossed and...

Mindfulness can benefit mothers, who often experience high-stress levels and burnout. Here are some ways in which mindfulness can help moms. 1. Reduced Stress Mindfulness can help mothers manage stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and reducing the production of the...

We are SUPER moms and, therefore, SUPER busy. We are getting kids ready for school, driving to activities, juggling laundry and doctors’ appointments. There are not enough hours in the day, and usually, our last priority is our health...

Let’s face it, we all want to feed our kids the nutrients they need to grow into healthy, strong, and resilient people. I don’t think there’s a parent out there who would say otherwise. Yet in this information-packed world...

It is important that we are mindful of how our actions affect others. Especially as a parent, we are constant role models. Our lifestyle behaviors and choices will ultimately shape our children. This can serve as a motivation to...