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Selah Runs for Biz Town Mayor

My sweet girl looks so grown up as she is running for Biz Town Mayor at school!  I am so proud of her for trying and doing the extra work to make it happen! Update-  She actually did not get elected but this mom is proud of her poster and her speech!  WAY TO GO GIRL!  

Five Gift Ideas for the Ultimate Baseball Fanatic

Are you looking for the perfect gift idea for that baseball fanatic in your life? The good news is that their hobby presents all kinds of possible gift ideas, so coming up with something that matches their interests and fits your budget is more than do-able. Of course, struggling to come up with that “perfect” gift tends to be the hard part. To give you that jumpstart you need and help you with the brainstorming, here’s a look at five gift ideas that are perfect for baseball fans of all ages. A Framed Classic Photo If the baseball fan in your life is a real lover of the game in general, then there is no doubt that they are well-versed in all the classic players. So why not search for a framed photo of one of these players. Let's say for example their favorite player is Jimmie Foxx , who was a three-time MVP player in the 1930s. You can always do a little digging online to find a photo and then print it and get it framed. Paying homage to these baseball legends can be a lot more

What Does the Upcoming OBGYN Shortage Mean for Expecting Mothers

The United States is expected to see a shortage of up to nine thousand OBGYNs by 2020, despite the fact that the number of women and number of babies being born is still growing. What does the upcoming OBGYN shortage mean for expectant mothers? We’ll address the factors driving the problem, ways people are trying to adapt and a few potential solutions. The Numbers The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists estimates that there will be between six and nine thousand fewer OBGYNs than are needed to serve the population in 2020. If trends continue, the shortage could reach 22,000 by 2050. Almost half of the counties in the United States do not have an obstetrician/gynecologist. More than half don’t have a nurse midwife. This is causing women to have to drive hours to see an OBGYN. The delays in receiving care or difficulty in receiving it may be a factor in the relatively higher maternal death rate in the United States. Ease Restrictions to Increase Alternative Caregiving O

HOW TO ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD TO EAT HEALTHY

What we feed our children affects not only affects their physical growth but also their emotional and mental health. Eating healthy helps your child maintain their weight, have enough energy to carry out tasks and keep their minds in focus. Children aren’t born craving French fries, pizza, burgers and such. We expose them to such fast foods and they become a habit. In the same way, we can instill healthy eating habits into them. You do that by creating an environment for them to make healthy nutritional decisions. It isn’t as frustrating as most people make it seem. Here are 5 ways to get your child to eat healthily; Lead by example You want your child to eat healthily? Why don’t you start by eating healthy yourself? If you are going to make your child drink carrot smoothies while you down a bottle of cold Coke, you are not helping much. You might end up with a rebellious child who feels that mealtimes are a punishment. Keep eat-outs on the minimum and stay away from the prepared food

Top Birthday Gift Ideas for Kids

If your kids are soon to celebrate a birthday, then it can be difficult to know exactly what to buy for them. While your little ones might be keen to get their hands on the latest technology or expensive toys, you may have other ideas when it comes to choosing them a present that they can enjoy for several years to come. When your kids begin to ask about what presents they are going to receive for their birthday, it is up to you to manage expectations right from the start. There is nothing worse than having to deal with a birthday temper tantrum! These top birthday gift ideas are sure to put a smile on their faces. Clothes and accessories Who doesn’t enjoy looking and feeling their best? The chances are that your kids enjoy getting dressed up and looking stylish too. Clothes and accessories make a great gift for a fashion-forward child, in particular, if your little ones are always trying to stay ahead of the crowd and love looking stylish and sophisticated no matter what the occasion