This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Helix for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Last month, I sent a DNA sample in to Helix. Who knew that spitting in a tube could be so revealing? One simple DNA sample with Helix opens the doors to a world of discovery about…
Discover How Genetics Affects Your Heart Health with Helix
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Helix for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Just last month, a family member unexpectedly had a heart attack. Thankfully, she’s doing great now, but the heart attack took all of us by surprise and certainly caused me to reflect on my own health…
Fitness Tips for Seasoned Moms {Plus a Mother’s Day Fitness Special}
This post is sponsored by Planet Fitness but all opinions are my own. Disclaimer: The content provided by Planet Fitness is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should consult your physician or other health…
Ready to Experience the End of Dry Skin?
This post is sponsored by Curél® but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I grew up in a pretty dry Western state, so I was accustomed to needing to apply lotion every day. Dry skin was a constant struggle for me, particularly my feet, hands, and elbows. When I moved to the East Coast,…
The Importance of Preparing for the Unexpected
Prepare for the unexpected. You never know what’s going to happen down the road. This was a concept that was emphasized regularly as I was growing up. When you’re growing up, you make plans for your future. Go to college. Get married. Have a family. Buy a house. But have you noticed that life rarely…
Five Easy Lifestyle Changes for a Healthy Balance #IAmBiotic
Thank you Florastor® Daily Probiotics for sponsoring this post. Visit your local retailer to pick up your bottle of Florastor® Daily Probiotics to complement your active lifestyle! I’ve never been a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions. But when the kids head back to school each fall, I feel an increased drive to improve my health and find…
It Starts with a Smile #InvisalignSmile
I am a member of the Invisalign Mom Advisory Board and my daughter, Necco, is currently receiving her Invisalign Teen treatment for free. All thoughts are my own. Check the Doctor Locator to find an Invisalign provider near you. Tomorrow my daughter and I head back to her orthodontist for another Invisalign check up. Is…
5 Reasons We Love Invisalign
I am a member of the Invisalign Mom Advisory Board and my daughter, Necco, is currently receiving her Invisalign Teen treatment for free. It’s amazing how fast time flies. Necco is at her one-year mark with Invisalign! I can’t believe it’s been a year since she got started, and even more importantly, I can’t believe…
Take Control of Your Breast Health and Comfort
This post about taking control of your breast health and comfort – and my experience using Violet Iodine Supplements – is sponsored by Violet. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Note: I am not a medical professional and this is simply my personal experience taking this supplement. Please talk to your doctor with…
Teen Girls and Calcium (And Why Calcium Is So Important) #BeActiv
This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation that contains affiliate links. I received Viactiv products for my own personal use. All opinions, text and experiences are my own. As a mother of three teenage daughters, I can attest to the fact that there are about a million and one things to worry about. Am I…