January 2015 – Community Voices for Health

What you should and shouldn’t say to a family struggling with infertility

January 29, 2015

By: Kathy Trainor My husband and I struggled for 9 years to become pregnant. We went through endless tests before I found out I have PCOS (poly cystic ovarian syndrome), which is a problem that involves a woman’s hormones getting out of balance. It can cause problems with your periods and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOS … More What you should and shouldn’t say to a family struggling with infertility

The Time To Love Is Now

January 27, 2015

By: Janice Johnson-Plumer When was the last time you said “I love you” to someone? When was the last time you encouraged a love one? When was the last time you had a real heart-to-heart conversation with someone that wasn’t through text, instant messenger, or email? As I sit here and reflect on the passing of … More The Time To Love Is Now

Easy Dinner Ideas for Working Moms and Dads

January 23, 2015

By: Carolyn Coleman I think figuring out what to make for dinner is one of the biggest issues for working moms. For some, the effort it takes to coordinate family dinner isn’t worth it or even possible and I totally get that. I feel like I spend most of my evening preparing dinner and then cleaning … More Easy Dinner Ideas for Working Moms and Dads

New Year…Healthier You

January 22, 2015

By: Rachel Ventura With the New Year having just passed, many are thinking about ways to be and get healthy. Although for some it is short lived, I love the sense of determination and motivation this time of year! It pushes me to look for new and exciting ways for my family to be healthier. … More New Year…Healthier You

Working Mom

January 20, 2015

By: Jessica Aldred As I delivered my first son, some 6 ½ years ago, I quickly realized that I couldn’t bear the idea of going back to work full-time and only being able to spend mere minutes of quality time with him each day. Fortunately, I was able to leave my full-time corporate job for a … More Working Mom

We Challenge You to Step Outside this Season!

January 16, 2015

By: Martianne Stanger Brrr. Am I the only one that feels like it’s been really chilly outside lately? Chilly, yet refreshing. In fact, with layers of clothing and a thermos full of hot cider or chocolate in hand, the great outdoors at this time of year can be quite inviting! Trust me on this. My family … More We Challenge You to Step Outside this Season!

Chicken Taco Bowls

January 15, 2015

By: Kathy Trainor Next time your family is craving some Mexican food, give these easy chicken taco bowls a try! 1 ½ lbs chicken breasts, 1 (16 oz.) jar salsa, 1 (15 oz.) black beans – drained ½ lb frozen corn, 1 T. chili powder, 1 ½ tsp. cumin, 1 ½ tsp. minced garlic, ½ … More Chicken Taco Bowls

To have or to have not?

January 12, 2015

By: Heather O’Neill I have been blessed with two beautiful boys. They are kind, sweet, caring, monstrous, giddy, stinky, lovable and mine. And I think I want more. Don’t get me wrong, there are days when I’m pulling my hair out trying to figure out how to do laundry, cook dinner, and referee the tag … More To have or to have not?

New Year’s Dedication

January 6, 2015

By: Jessica Aldred It’s that time of year again! That time of year when we make New Year’s Resolutions we stand no chance of sticking with. We resolve to eat better, exercise more and not sweat the small stuff. However, after giving it some thought, I’ve found that my resolutions this year are much different than … More New Year’s Dedication