Layer On Me: Dressing Well for Winter Athletics
While most of my cold weather athletics center on running, I have used these same apparel layers for other winter sporting endeavors....
An Open Letter to my Son’s Future Coach
by Elise Patzke
Thank you for partnering with my family to help instill qualities in my son outside the athletic area. Always remembering the athlete is a student first, and an athlete second....
Rochester MN Products That Are Nationally Known
Rochester MN is rich with innovation and pioneering entrepreneurship in many sectors of business. We are proud of all of our locally owned and operated companies - some of them...
I Said “Yes”… to the Pets: A Cautionary Tale
by Colleen
I loved growing up with animals. But the truth is, while our “family” had pets, I’m pretty confident that 99% of the time my mom took care of those furry...
Yes, I Am A Stickler for Sleep Schedules
Call me too rigid, say I need to loosen up, say I’m taking it too seriously -- I’ve heard it all. But it will be me and not you dealing...
A Dietitian’s Guide to Effective Feeding: Part 2
Family meals send the message that food and family are important. Just because it is important, doesn't mean it will be without issue....
Eliminating “Only”: Claim Your Accomplishments!
If you find yourself falling into a mental pattern like mine, take a moment to re-frame your thoughts. Use gratitude to claim your accomplishments and increase your overall happiness!...
Great Winter Reads
You've got a lot on your plate. This is why it's SO important to carve out time for you - whether that's working out, journaling, doing crafts or reading....
What Your Child Really Needs in a Bedroom
My son needs my eye contact, hugs, kisses, and gentle voice -- more than the black walnut shelving that’s still not installed or handmade curtains still not hung....
Growing into Motherhood One Feeding at a Time
However, my coworkers were very unsupportive. They would call/text/rattle the door handle every time I would pump, thinking they were being funny....