When the sun is beating down, going for a run might be the furthest thing from your mind. But sweat-inducing weather shouldn’t stand in the way of your fitness goals. Here’s how to keep up with your daily exercise when it feels too hot to move. Outdoor Workouts for...
7 Summer Activities You Can (Still) Do If You’re (Very) Pregnant
Your baby bump’s growing bigger by the day, and with it, the thermometer seems to rise daily, too. As your discomfort grows, you start pining for cooler days and wondering how to endure the next few months of heat with hot flashes and swelling ankles. ...
When Is It Too Hot to Play Outside?
Summer memories and the great outdoors go hand in hand. But when the heat index climbs, you might need to head inside and out of the sun. Being hot is one thing. Risking your health is another. And in some cases, the line between uncomfortably hot and...
Camping Safety Tips for the Whole Family
If you have plans to explore the great outdoors with your family this year, you're in for a treat. Family camping trips can encourage you and your brood to grow closer and form lifelong memories. Before you head out, though, make sure you're prepared for an...
The Best Ways to Treat a Sunburn
After a day outdoors, bright red skin is a sure sign of a sunburn. But along with your new neon glow, you may also experience pain, itching and swelling. The sooner you can find sunburn relief, the better. In a moment of desperation, you might be willing to try any...
What to Pack in Your Medical Bag for a Summer Vacation
Summer vacations should be carefree adventures. Unfortunately, that's not always how they go. Your regular medical needs are sure to follow you on vacation. And new healthcare issues may come up while you're gone, too. How do you ensure an accident- or sickness-free...
How Becoming a Dad Changes Your Brain
You've no doubt heard it said: having a baby changes everything. It’s a fairly true, if general, assessment of what happens when your family welcomes a tiny human into your home. But it doesn’t quite paint a full picture. Having a baby also changes you -- and that...
The #8 Cause of Death Among Men
CW: The following post discusses suicide, specifically in how it affects men. Due to the nature of the topic, some readers may find the information triggering or upsetting. In 2019, suicide was one of the top causes of death among men in the United States, coming in...
The Healthiest Foods to Pack in Your Picnic Lunch
Summer calls for family picnics. And what's the most important part of any picnic? The food, of course! This summer, lighten up your outdoor meals with dishes that are both healthy and kid-friendly. New recipes will add variety to your picnic routine. They'll...
Quick, Low-Effort Summertime Snacks for Kids
During the school year, you've got feeding your kids down to a science. Whether your habits involve school breakfasts, packed lunchboxes or afternoon snacks, you know exactly what you're doing. It’s a well-honed system, right? But then summer hits. And all of...