children’s health

That one time when your mother was right: A good night’s rest is really important

Newsflash:  Your mother was right.  You do need your sleep.  It turns out that chronic sleep deprivation is really bad.  And it’s not just because your mother or your grandmother said so.  In case you don’t believe them, take it from scientists.

In a recent study published in Molecular Neurobiology, Read More »That one time when your mother was right: A good night’s rest is really important

Healthy Chocolate Oatmeal Recipe

When you’re pregnant, pregnancy nutrition is high on that never-ending list of “shoulds” and “should nots.”

And need I mention the never-ending cravings that come with pregnancy?

Well, below is the recipe I use to get a little extra nutrition, and my chocolate fix. I rarely eat this for breakfast because it is so decadent. It is much more likely to star as an afternoon snack or desert.  Oh, who am I kidding?  Midnight snack.  Breakfast snack.  Whenever I want chocolate, really.Read More »Healthy Chocolate Oatmeal Recipe