As the new school year approaches, children (and parents) often feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. These emotions are completely normal and usually stem from the uncertainty of starting something new. As a parent, you can support your child by validating their feelings, helping them feel prepared, and encouraging…
Parenting Tips to Ease Kids
As soon as the beach towels disappear and the school supplies take over the seasonal section at Target, you know what time it is back-to-school season. Whether you’re feeling secretly thrilled or filled with dread, one thing becomes clear: transitions are coming, and for many kids (and parents), so is…
6 Practical Tips to Help Kids Manage Back-to-School Anxiety
Going back to school can be exciting—but it can also bring stress, anxiety and worry for some kids. Many children feel nervous, especially if they struggle with GAD (generalized anxiety disorder). The good news? There are simple ways parents and caregivers can help.Here are 6 helpful tips to manage back-to-school…
Better Sleep, Better Mental Health: Simple Sleep Hygiene Tips
Have you ever felt really tired, but your brain just won’t turn off? You’re not alone. Even when your body wants to sleep, certain things, like stress, screen time, or your daily habits, can get in the way. Sleep helps your body rest and your brain feel better. But if…
Medications for OCD: What They Do (and What They Don’t)
When it comes to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), medication is often a critical part of the treatment plan—but not because it “cures” the condition. Rather, medications play a supporting role: they make it easier for patients to engage in the kind of therapy that does the heavy lifting. Why Medications Matter…
Cold Brew Mocha Smoothie
Freezing cold brew coffee in an ice cube tray makes this chocolatey smoothie caffeine-charged without diluting the mocha flavor, as you would with ice cubes. It’s lightly sweetened with pitted dates and pumped up with protein thanks to plain Greek yogurt. Active time: 5 minutes Total time: 4 hours, 5…
10 Spring Fruits and Vegetables to Eat Now
We all know the importance of eating fresh produce. It’s often suggested (and backed up by the USDA), that fruits and vegetables should take up half of our plate, with grains, protein and dairy accounting for the other 50%. That’s a worthwhile goal and one that’s made easier when equipped…
Healthy Spiced Apple Crisp Recipe (Grain-Free)
I’m a fan of all things fall, but pumpkin spice can get old after a while. This delicious, healthy apple crisp recipe features sweet and tart apples, fragrant apple pie spice, and a melt in your mouth crunchy topping. All of the flavors you could want on a cool autumn…
Coconut and Pineapple Smoothie
Grab your shades and swimsuit! Pineapple chunks and coconut flakes will make you feel like you’re lounging under a palm tree while enjoying this smoothie — no matter what time of year. Meal planner is here! Build a custom meal plan around your calorie and macro goals today. try meal…
Tart Cherry Chia Pudding
Searching for a divine dessert? Check out this nutritious tart and cherry chia pudding by Nutrition Stripped! Creamy coconut milk harmoniously blends with tart cherry juice and chia seeds for a combination that will pull on anyone’s heartstrings. As a bonus, this recipe meets most food preferences–vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free,…