As we head into fall and the inevitable cold and flu season, I’m taking a moment to reflect on something that has been on my mind for a while...why is it so hard to rest?
Whether it's turning off the phone an hour before bed, sleeping when baby sleeps, giving ourselves the rest we need post-birth, or even sitting down and mindfully breathing for a minute - why is it so dang hard?
Read MoreSo should you go to therapy or hire a coach? What’s the difference, anyway? Both coaching and therapy can be immensely helpful, depending on the individual and their circumstances. Both can be therapeutic and healing. Yet, there are some key distinctions between the two, so let’s take a look.
Read More“Who cares?”
I was shocked to hear these words come out of my mouth. It was Friday night at the end of a long, emotionally and physically exhausting week. I was picking up my girls from my mom, where they had been peacefully playing and making cookies for a school Christmas cookie exchange, a long loved Shady Oak Kindergarten tradition.
Read MoreEarlier this year, Well Family signed a contract with The Woman's Hospital of Texas to provide massage therapy for the patients there- mostly "high-risk" women on bedrest in the Antepartum Unit. While we have been able to serve several women, we are in no way meeting the needs of many of the patients there, many of whom are on medicaid and cannot afford our services.
Read MoreIn April of this year, I announced that I was aligning with Registered Dietitian, Ali Miller, for her Virtual Ketosis Program. As an affiliate, I was happy to share her program with my clients and connections, while earning a small referral commission.
Read MoreWith so many "health experts" online these days, I've come to recognize the need for a set of standards in the products I use and recommend in my practice as a Registered Nurse and Massage Therapist.
Read MoreIn early 2017, Grant Gabriel, a healthy, happy 5 month old boy, contracted bacterial meningitis. Thankfully he survived this severe life threatening condition but was left with spastic quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, severe developmental delays, dysautonomia, and hearing loss. We've had the pleasure of working with his family for the past several months.
Read MoreThere is a saying that, what we appreciate, appreciates. Last week on a call with a nurse coach colleague, I experienced this first hand. At the end of our call, he said, "Can I just appreciate you for a minute?"
Read MoreIf you value taking care of yourself and you want your kids to as well, consider this- none of us are getting it "right" 100% of the time. Life is messy and as long as we are committed to aligning our values with action in our health and wellness, we are heading in the right direction.
Read MoreWhen I was 15, I lied to my parents about going to the movies, and instead climbed in a two seater truck with my friend and two boys I had never met. We drove to a field in Rosenberg to hang out with a cooler full of Bud Light. I had never tasted beer before, and because I didn't feel confident saying no to the boy who kept trying to kiss me, I drank that beer instead.
Read MoreBy now most of us have heard that multitasking is not that great for our brains or our well-being. Studies have found that multitasking may actually damage the brain, decreases our productivity and attention to detail, and leaves us feeling stressed and even unhappy. So here we are at another crossroads between knowing and doing. Because let's be honest, how on earth do we get anything done as mothers and NOT multitask at some point?
Read MoreIf we're paying attention at all in our world, we're bound to feel anxious and stressed- and that is exhausting. So what gives? What can we do to strengthen our body's ability to handle stress? Here are a few things I'm learning.
Read MoreSweet, sweet September. Of course it’s still warm in Houston, but there’s a light at the end of the hot, humid tunnel and pumpkin everything is just around the corner. The start of school is a great opportunity to pause and take a look at our lives and decide what we want- for ourselves and our families. If you’re like me, self-care is always a challenge. Knowing when to ask for help and receiving it gracefully is a challenge. Slowing down and listening to what I really need is a challenge.
Read MoreI've been loving watching the Summer Olympics these past couple of weeks. As a former competitive swimmer, I am enamored by the incredible skill and grace the athletes display, and I know the enormous amount of work and commitment they've invested in their sport.
I also knew, as soon as I saw the now famous round, red marks on Michael Phelps' shoulders, that he had been using 'cupping' as part of his training program.
It’s that time of the school year when many parents grow weary of packing school lunches. If you’re feeling this struggle, here are some fresh ideas and guidelines to packing a healthy lunch your kids might actually eat.
Read MoreWelcome to the first of a series of articles focused on how to select, store, and prepare vegetables and fruits to maximize their nutrient value. Based on the book Eating on the Wild Side by Jo Robinson (2013), we will explore simple, practical ways to improve your family’s nutrition. Since becoming a mom myself, I’m all about being practical when it comes to nutrition for my family.
Read MoreAs we embark on a season filled with gatherings and events often centered around food, many of us struggle with maintaining balance. While it may be tempting to either give up on our health goals and indulge without a care or avoid gatherings altogether to not be tempted, there are ways to make healthier choices through the season without depriving yourself or your family.
Read MoreWellness Coaching is a partnership to navigate the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Together we’ll discover and embrace your very best in your body and life in this moment- this very real, often messy, totally incredible moment.
Read MoreAir pollution is a familiar topic for most of us who live in Houston and surrounding areas. Despite recent improvements in Houston's air quality, we are still noncompliant with current ozone recommendations due to our close proximity to the petrochemical industry along the coast and a warm climate that encourages ozone production. However, awareness is growing of the role that indoor air pollution has on our health- especially when it comes to our children.
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