by Melanie Darnell | Jul 6, 2018 | Developmental Activities, Fitmomma Lifestyle, Helpful Hints, Parenting Advice
In an effort to reduce the toxic chemicals in my cleaning routines, I knew I needed a safer alternative to traditional cleaning products. However, my homemade ones weren’t cutting it. Kids Actively Engaged at Home One way that parents can support children’s...
by Melanie Darnell | Jun 11, 2018 | Baby Gear, Fitmomma Lifestyle, Helpful Hints, Parenting Advice
I recently travels with 3 kids ages 4 and across country. Below I share my tips on how I kept them entertained (with minimal screen time) and avoided meltdowns. Mission: MISSION: Travel from Los Angeles, CA to Philadelphia, PA with 3 children ages 4, 2, and 10 months...
by Melanie Darnell | Feb 23, 2018 | Fitmomma Lifestyle, Fitness, Helpful Hints
You have to take care of your own mental and physical health before you can truly devote yourself to your family and friends. What is Self-Care? Self-care is engaging in activities and behaviours that have a positive effect on your mental and physical health which can...
by Melanie Darnell | Jan 31, 2018 | Fitmomma Lifestyle, Helpful Hints, My Favorites, Parenting Advice
Where Does a Mom Find Time to Put on Make-up As a mom of 3 ‘Not having time’ to put on makeup is a valid excuse, I mean let’s be real we can’t even find time to pee alone. Also, I’m not a girl that has to be done up to leave the house,...
by Melanie Darnell | Jan 26, 2018 | Fitmomma Nutrition, Helpful Hints, Vegan Meals
My latest secret weapon in the kitchen… Is my Instant Pot! For those of you who aren’t familiar with it, the Instant Pot is basically a multi-use pressure cooker that saves you SO much time and is really easy to use. It does the job of a Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker,...
by Melanie Darnell | Dec 15, 2017 | Helpful Hints, My Favorites
Let’s Talk Skin: You skin is your LARGEST detox organ, capable of expelling toxins via perspiration released through the pores. By the same token, toxins applied to your skin enter into your system. So to the extent you can, AVOID petrochemical-based cosmetics,...