Preventing Sports Injuries With Washington FAMILY Magazine

image source: Picturebook As we swing full gear into warm weather the number of outdoor activities your child will participate in increases.  So will his chances of sustaining a sports-related injury.  According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, each year 3-5 million children suffer sports injuries severe enough to require emergency-room treatment.  Another 8 [...]

Choosing the Best Camp for Your Child

image source: Picturebook When I hear the words “summer camp” it brings to mind nostalgic memories of wooden yurts, roasting hot dogs over an open fire, canoeing on the lake, and singing songs while hiking.  Such traditional camps remain popular today; however, there are so many more camp styles to choose from, including specialty camps dedicated [...]

Grow Your Own Garden Inside With Washington FAMILY Magazine

image source: Picture Book If you’re anything like me you’ve been impatiently waiting for warmer weather to come around.  There are so many outdoor activities I enjoy, such as picnicking in the park, splashing around in the pool, and gardening. Well, Washington FAMILY Magazine shows us that you don’t have to wait for the summertime [...]

Helping Your Child Overcome New School Anxiety With A “Lucky Charm”

The first day of school was always unnerving for me.  I was a shy child, very attached to my family – so leaving home to spend the day away from my comfort zone was pretty scary at the start of each school year.  I often wonder if my two boys will take after their mom [...]

Homemade Beauty Treatments from Washington FAMILY Magazine

image source: iStockphoto DID YOU KNOW… …to reduce puffiness around the eyes you can massage a few drops of castor oil into the skin? …for softer, shinier hair you can add 2 tablespoons each of honey and olive oil to your conditioner? …for a luxurious, hydrating treatment for the hands, while doing the dishes cover your [...]

Keeping Your Skin Moisturized in Winter Weather

Yakini skin

image source: iStockphoto I have lots of girlfriends who dread the winter due to the additional challenge of maintaining healthy, well-moisturized skin.   While it’s true that extra care is needed during these months there is no reason your skin can’t remain gorgeous and hydrated throughout the cold season.  Washington FAMILY Magazine shows us how [...]

Fun Back-to-School Lunch Ideas With Washington FAMILY Magazine

Lunch

image source: Picture-Book If your kids haven’t already gone back to school than you’re probably in the midst of preparing them for the start of a busy year.  That of course entails shopping around for the best bargains on school supplies and school clothes, making carpool arrangements, and much more!  Another very important task we [...]

Washington FAMILY Magazine Brings Awareness to ADHD

Adhd

Washington FAMILY Magazine is one of my favorite publications because it's such a wealth of great information.  I have fun reading the fun, light-hearted articles such as the top places to take your kids to hang out this summer.  However, they're also not afraid to touch on more serious issues that are just as important [...]

Save Money This Summer With “Kids Eat Free” Restaurant Deals

Money

    With our expanding family I'm always on the look out for good deals and ways to save money.  We certainly don't want to sacrifice the things that we enjoy, such as traveling and going out to eat.  Yet, in an ever-changing economy, who doesn't want to keep more money in their pocket?  So I'm always [...]

Mommy Makeover at Washington FAMILY Magazine

Makeover

As you've no doubt learned by now I am passionate about beauty wellness, which is why many of the campaigns I support are themed around beauty. I think the way we feel about ourselves on the outside is often a reflection of how we feel about ourselves inside. The two just seem to go hand [...]