by Melanie Darnell | Jan 9, 2017 | Fitness
Pregnancy is such a special time as you are doing what seems almost imaginable, you are growing another human being inside you. During this time you may be tempted to spend most of your downtime relaxing on the couch and not pursuing physically activities. However,...
by Melanie Darnell | Jan 2, 2017 | Developmental Activities, My Favorites, Parenting Advice
The kitchen can be a great classroom for your child. It provides ample opportunities to teach a variety of things from colors to counting, food groups and the importance of nutrition. In addition, involving your child in the kitchen will fill them with self-confidence...
by Melanie Darnell | Dec 19, 2016 | My Favorites
With Christmas less than a week away I know I cannot be the only one with some last minute gifts that still need to be bought. Luckily there is still time! Here are some gift giving ideas for those special people in your life that can be hard to shop for. I’ve...
by Melanie Darnell | Sep 27, 2016 | Parenting Advice
In today’s current parenting environment the pressure to enroll your child in preschool seems to begin early and earlier. Today, many “preschool” programs start as early as 18 months. As a parent, that means you will have to relinquish some control over your...
by Melanie Darnell | Sep 28, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Pregnancy Workouts
Now that I’m 34 weeks pregnant I’m preparing for baby girl’s arrival, from setting up her nursery to squeezing in some fun workouts to keep us both healthy. This quick and effective workout is ideal for the third trimester of your pregnancy. I used a...
by Melanie Darnell | Sep 10, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Pregnancy Workouts
As moms we shoulder the weight of many things — from caring for babies, to bringing home the bacon (vegan bacon in our case!). That’s why I created this easy, but effective set. You’ll strengthen your shoulders, back and core with a quick, 10-minute...
by Melanie Darnell | Sep 9, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Pregnancy Workouts
Take 10 minutes to work your lower body with me! All you’ll need is a set of dumbbells. I chose to use eight-pound weights for this workout, but you can use weights that suit your fitness level. This pregnancy-safe workout is great because it will help tone your...
by Melanie Darnell | Aug 21, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Fitness
This week I have another great, equipment-free workout for you. It’s quick, only 10-minutes, but I’ve packed in exercises that will help you tone your abdominal muscles. Wait — as a pregnant woman, you can tone your abs? Yep! In fact, performing the...
by Melanie Darnell | Aug 11, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Fitness
Hey friends, I’m back with a new workout that’s perfectly safe for you and baby — whether you’re 28 weeks pregnant like me, or you’re busy chasing a little one around. No matter you situation, it’s only 10 minutes long, so you can...
by Melanie Darnell | Jul 6, 2015 | 10-Minute Workouts, Fitness
Happy Monday! Start this week off right with a 10-minute workout you can do anywhere. After the long holiday weekend, most of us are probably pretty tired. Luckily, this quick workout will get your heart rate up so you can feel energized to start your week. Whether...