Now’s the time to get your kids (and yourself!) back on a good sleep schedule to help ease the adjustment to the start of school. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: 10-13 hours (including naps) for children ages 3-5 9-12 hours for children ages 6-12 8-10 hours for … [Read more...] about To Sleep … Perchance to Dream
Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
It’s not known who said that, but it’s sure true. Here we are, already halfway through August. Autumn does not officially begin until September 22, but if you’re like me, summer just “feels” over once we’re past Labor Day and the kids are back in school. I love how Paul Pitchford talks … [Read more...] about Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day
Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day: Take a few deeeeeep breeeeeeeaths. Deep breathing calms the nervous system and helps to get out of the “fight or flight” mode. Using essential oils is a bonus! You can use anything that smells good to you. Keep your blood sugar … [Read more...] about Top 5 ways to reduce stress during your work day
Trusting the Road Ahead
When I reflect on my journey to the present day, the word that comes to mind is trust. I trusted all along the way. I am the resident CranioSacral Therapist at MAAIM but I am so much more. I am a wife, mom, educator, vegetarian, ferocious reader, lover of bad jokes and overall happy human being. I … [Read more...] about Trusting the Road Ahead
Gratitude and Good Health in 2017
2017 brings to us an opportunity to reflect on what we are grateful for and share what has been an important ingredient in our health and wellness regime! We asked each of our staff to share their gratitude and what has made a difference in their lives. Julie Silver I am grateful for many things: … [Read more...] about Gratitude and Good Health in 2017
A meditation for the winter
As the cold comes down and leaves a white blanket on the earth, I affirm that life is beautiful. The trees have shed what no longer serves them and are going bare. Releasing their outward extension of life and going within, getting quiet and still. With this sweet serene landscape, I become … [Read more...] about A meditation for the winter