by Melanie Darnell | Oct 4, 2018 | Fitmomma Nutrition, Parenting Advice, Smoothies, Vegan Meals
Food Rhythm As we approach the end of September we are comfortably settling back into school life. As our kids enter a routine, I believe food rhythms help tremendously in empowering your child with familiarity and bringing calmness to their week. In our house we eat...
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 | Apr 6, 2018 | Fitmomma Lifestyle, Parenting Advice
After 10 months of waking up every morning feeling more tired than when I headed to bed I was curious, what is actually happening. When I roll over and tell my husband “I literally got no sleep last night”, was that actually the truth? No, I’m sure...
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 | Dec 6, 2017 | Developmental Activities, Helpful Hints, My Favorites, Parenting Advice
Fitmomma 2017 Gift Guide Sometimes, even with well-meaning intentions, it can be tough to find a perfect holiday gift for each person in your life. There’s so much going on in the month of December and before you know it, Christmas is here! I created this 2017 Holiday...