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... to focus on a healthy lifestyle and she found she wasn't so mobile anymore. Her journey now includes weight loss via gastric bypass surgery. Join her as she "Weighs In" on her adventure ...

... She strives to be a fun, healthy and fit mom to an awesome 5 year-old daughter who keeps her on her toes. Jane uses this space to blog about the joys and challenges of keeping up with a ...

... As a mother, Alison knows it is hard to fit workouts into a busy schedule, but follow her blog right here for great fitness and healthy living tips! You can also learn more about Stroller Strides by visiting ...

Nimali Fernando, MD is a local pediatrician and mom who is passionate about teaching families about feeding kids nutritious foods. Follow her blog to find out about local healthy food finds for kids, ...

... a day, try a balanced approach. There is currently a nationwide challenge going on called Mom on a Mission. This challenge not only aims for you to get in great shape but to make some healthy lifestyle ...

... a perfect pregnancy so far. All of my tests over the last nine months had come back with great results. The little person inside me appeared healthy and judging by this kicking, was definitely a fighter. ...

... how much sugar our kids are taking in. That being said, we really need to reevealuate the idea that juice is a "healthy" beverage for kids. With few nutrients, NO fiber, and a HUGE bomb of fructose that ...

... of physical activity as good for children, adolescents, and adults’ muscular, bone, and heart health. Aside from the health benefits, I believe physical activities are also a good time to bond as a family ...

... what I considered a “healthy weight” (175 lbs down from 268 lbs), run one mile, and wear a size 14 misses (These were all things I could do when I was 27). As I went through the process of researching ...

... Rentals by Owner Debby Girvan is a freelance writer and President of Flair Communication, a local business that specializes in website design and integrated digital marketing for healthcare, higher education ...

... get at a local health food store, like Harvest Market in Spotsylvania. Try vanilla, lavender, rosemary, peppermint, lemon grass, eucalyptus, chamomile or orange. You can mix essential oils and even add ...

... will prompt a healthier outcome. Three "Prom-Types" and Parental Reactions The Remote: These teens don't appear to have any interest. Parental Reaction: Give each teen the freedom to be themselves. ...

... USANA Health Sciences, Inc., and holds a PhD in Holistic Health. She is the author of the recently released book, Reduce You, and co-author of 9 Months In 9 Months Out, a holistic pregnancy book by moms ...

... cycles and distributed almost $100,000 in charitable grants to nonprofits addressing the issues of domestic violence, the environment, sexual assault, the arts, mental health, teen parents and more. The ...

... mental health professional if you are at all concerned. 6. Limit television viewing of these events. Limit television viewing and be aware if the television is on in common areas. Developmentally inappropriate ...

Recently, I was at my surgeon's for yet another check-up. I was given a Food Importance Survey to take. As I was taking it, I remembered taking the same survey back in November at my pre-op appointment. ...

... Play with my dog or take her for a long walk. Bring me healthy snacks, or dinners in containers that I can recycle or toss afterward. Remind me to nap after the baby nurses. I am lousy at that kind ...

... relationship. According to the Virginia Department of Health, 1 in 4 teens experience this type of violence every year . Teens who experience dating violence do not have a certain “look” Anyone can be ...

... and save money while preparing healthy recipes. In May, we are offering our "Cooking Adventure" for kids ages 7-12 to learn seasonal, plant-based cooking. Look for our summer camps, which will be announced ...

... attitude, you must speak hopefully about everything — job, customers, manager, employees, children, health and future. You may have to talk yourself out of uttering negative words. Dr. Christine ...

... Parents (RACCAP) provide services that support our resident community. 1. Healthy Families Virginia. A program offered in 33 communities across the state that connects parents of newborns with a variety ...

... and that their effort has an impact on their performance. So what can parents do to develop this healthy work ethic and sense of control? Here are some suggestions from the experts: If ...

... to be like are emulating others, too. Healthfully love yourself, love your significant other, love your children. Do not neglect yourself. Get your mind right and know that it is all a process. ...

... out, and make all my non-work appointments. But on Sunday, I stopped for four hours, relaxed and caught up with my brother and his family. Which reminds me, I had surgery to be healthy and active with ...

... especially anything related to being healthy and active. As a 46 year old woman I have had my share of embarrassing moments related to fitness, exercises, gym classes. I have struggled with not feeling ...

... staff member. "We want to help feed local families and school children who would otherwise go hungry on the weekends – and we also want to 'feed the need' of local women seeking a health ...

... to incorporate ‘Superfoods’ in the family diet to help maintain weight, fight disease, and live longer and healthier. The class is FREE; children are welcome to attend with an adult. Dr. Koerber even plans ...

... Exercising is an important part of living a healthy life and while the gym is GREAT for some, we are always looking for ways to get the same results while saving money at the same time. If you feel like ...

... classes at two area grocery stores. The class is aimed at showing families how to get organized and save money while preparing healthy recipes. In May we are offering our "Cooking Adventure" for kids age ...

... is an international organization that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sports everyday around the world. Through work in sports, health education and community building, ...

... with the excitement of moving to a new destination come the burdens associated with a transfer. Finding new schools. Choosing new healthcare providers. Making new friends. Figuring out where the heck to ...

... activity, it can also be the most rewarding you can do for yourself. Keeping your body fit and healthy is monumental in finding balance and maintaining health and happiness. Develop an exercise routine ...

From the official White House blog: Are you in? Don't miss your chance to join the First Family for the 135th annual White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday April 1. This year's theme is “Be Healthy, Be ...

... try to get healthy and fit but then sometime in early February the crowd thins out and only a few new regulars have been added to the crew there. This isn’t really a mystery to me. At some level most people ...

... for Mary Washington Healthcare and President of Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford Hospital Foundations, Richardson has the demeanor and approachability that causes him to feel like a lifelong friend ...

... healthy recipes. In February we are offering our winter "Cooking Adventure" for kids age 7-12 and our spring class will be offered in May. Kids enjoy nutrition lessons, tastings, cooking skills and preparation ...

... in Holistic Health. She is the co-author of 9 Months In 9 Months Out, a holistic pregnancy book by moms for moms. She is an author, entrepreneur, wife, and mother. She plays doorwoman to four cats and ...

... in a healthy, loving partnership by taking a consulting role in early romance. Parenting Pointers Meeting your daughter's date at the door with a loaded shotgun or a list of killer questions would ...

... for larger bodies, and 4 workshops to promote health and wellness! Workshops will focus on stress management, nutrition, healing touch, and a special "feel good" event for you and your fellow classmates ...

... care of our bodies, putting our health and wellness first. Pre-Natal yoga allows women to become more comfortable with their changing bodies. This is accomplished in a number of ways. First, the gentle ...

... take pictures and posting them on Facebook...one of which accompanies this post. I'm not good at bragging about myself, but I do think I'm looking healthier. In the past, I would have celebrated by going ...

We've had an unusual sort of epidemic around our house since the calendar flipped to 2013. I'm not talking about anything related to health, as we've been pretty healthy since I managed to get ...

Happy New Year! Have you made a resolution or maybe two or three? In America 88% of people make a New Year's resolution. If you are like the majority of people your resolution is probably related to health ...

... extremely therapeutic for your own mental health. Fill 2013 with wonderful memories of your family, your dreams and your life by keeping a journal at least several days a week. This way, your memories ...

... kids. It will be happening. 6. Get healthy. This one makes my list every.single. year, and it's enough already. I put ALL THINGS before this thing, partly because I tend to put others first and partly ...

Stacia D. Kelly It's an exciting time, a scary time and can be a tiring time. Pregnancy brings so many joys, questions and the invariable question of "how do I have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy ...

... of intense pressure. Remember that depression isn't just a feeling or an emotion. Depression, much like anxiety and other mental health conditions, bleeds into your thoughts. It means that when the holidays ...

... of basic equipment including, but not limited to, mixers, blenders, and small wares equipment • Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures • Working knowledge of edible printing software ...

... contribute to a decline in one's health, particularly for those individuals with a diagnosis of asthma, seasonal allergies or eczema. But, the majority of pet owners are willing to keep their beloved pet ...

... and children develop healthy relationships with food and cooking. Chris Jones is the editor of Fredericksburg Parent and Family magazine. He experimented often in his grandmother's kitchen as a boy, ...

... endless!!! Merry Christmas! May it be healthy, happy and blessed! ...

... to my heart, Yum-O. This nonprofit organization was started by Rachael Ray with a mission of empowering kids and their families to develop healthy relationships with food. Furthermore, I believe that she ...

Keep up healthy eating during the holidays by substituting healthier ingredients in your favorite holiday dishes (like our "Sweet Potato Casserole Made Healthier" from www.doctoryum.com). Also, try swapping ...

Community Dialogue Meeting Rappahannock United Way wants to hear from YOU. What specific goals and priorities should we be pursuing in the areas of... EDUCATION • INCOME • HEALTH The input you provide ...

... of our Student Stream Team, a program designed to teach local area high schoolers about the importance of riparian buffers and hazards of erosion to the health of our River. Please be prepared to get ...

... Theatre, Ballet, Singing, Broom Jumping Wedding Ceremony, Youth Orchestra, Military Color guard and Vendors on (Health, Jewelry, Education, Real Estate) and much, much more. Meet business professionals ...

... home in one 3-hour session. Please be sure that your child is in good health and has had the proper immunizations. Your child should not attend if he or she has been recently exposed to mumps, chicken ...

Fredericksburg Area Military Appreciation Day The Virginia Wounded Warrior Program for Health Planning Region I is hosting the first annual Fredericksburg Area Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, ...

Community Dialogue Meeting Rappahannock United Way wants to hear from YOU. What specific goals and priorities should we be pursuing in the areas of... EDUCATION • INCOME • HEALTH The input you provide ...

FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR. A free Community Health Fair will take place Saturday, October 30, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 6170 Plank Road (Route 3, east of Lake of the Woods). ...

... center. Hundreds of moms from D.C, Maryland, Delaware & Virginia will gather to discuss the importance of keeping their families healthy; and their marriages together. 2010 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference ...

... for Teen Parents has provided school and home-based education and support for pregnant and parenting teenagers in Spotsylvania County . Their mission is to facilitate healthier pregnancies, healthier babies, ...

... Voices of the Pops Chorus LOCATION: Mary Washington Hospital Ambulatory Care Entrance 1001 Sam Perry Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22401 www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com RAIN LOCATION: Grace Church ...

... Healthcare. Where: 3 Locations: Mary Washington Hospital Campus-Tompkins Martin Building; Emergency & Outpatient Services at Lee's Hill; and Stafford Hospital For more info call: Jennifer Reynolds ...

Family Health & Fitness Fair - Quantico Join Marine Corps Community Services for the Family Health and Fitness Fair! There will be a 1 mile family run/walk, informational booths, and fun activites for ...

Head to Toe Women's Expo Did you know that May is Women's Health Month? Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center is celebrating in a special way by hosting the "Head to Toe Women's Expo" on Saturday, May 14 ...

... Greyhound Health & Wellness Program (GHWP). This year we are honored to be joined by two nationally recognized speakers, Sheryl Matthys and Victoria Stilwell. Our guest of honor speaker will be the founder ...

... host workshops and activities to nurture children's creativity and develop their empathy in a global community setting. Festival Themes * Friday, June 17 - Health & Environment Day * Saturday, June ...

... Kite Making; Free Health Screening; Plenty of BBQ & Red Soda; Raffle w/ great prizes; and Clothing/Jewelry Vendors Bring your lawn chairs & fishing poles to this beautiful riverfront park! Admission ...

The Family Table - Fredericskburg The Family Table is a FREE family food festival! In a kickoff to family restaurant week (Aug 6 -14), it is celebrating farm to table dining, healthy eating and local ...

2011 DC Total Body Health Festival The Total Body Health Fairs and Festivals is an annual event that brings knowledge and opportunity together in one convenient location so that the public has the opportunity ...

FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR Health screenings, demonstrations, activities for kids, and more. Free adult flu shots and fluoride treatments for children will be available while supplies last. For more information, ...

... held on the second Saturday of each month from 1 - 3 pm, with varying topics and themes. THIS week's theme is "From the Garden to the Table: Healthy Food and Healthy Living." Kids will decorate lunch ...

Community Outreach Day - Fredericksburg A day of free food, crafts, activities for young and old, giveaways, speakers, singing, praise rap, praise dancing and health awareness information. FREE! All ages ...

Community Wellness Day - Stafford Health and wellness fair for the entire family. Moncure Elementary School www.naturallychiropractic.com ...

1 Mile Kids Fun Run - Orange Come out to downtown Orange for a fun way to promote physical fitness and healthy eating. There will be music, crafts, face painting, juggling and more. All finishers receive ...

... mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention, an early intervention services offered by RACSB. Where: Stafford County Clinic, CHarles A. Cooper Bldg., 15 Hope Rd. ...

... community-based mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention, an early intervention services offered by RACSB. Where: Fredericksburg Clinic, Ronald W. Branscome Bldg, 600 Jackson ...

... mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention, an early intervention services offered by RACSB. Where: Caroline County Clinic, Patricia K. Spaulding Bldg, 19254 Rogers Clark Blvd ...

... mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention, an early intervention services offered by RACSB. Where: Spotsy County Clinic, Edith O. Fleming Bldg., 7424 Brock Rd. ...

... mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention, an early intervention services offered by RACSB. Where: King George County Clinic, Marie O. Kunlo Bldg., 8479 St. Anthony's Rd ...

Healthy Kids Fun Run - Arlington The annual Marine Corps Marathon Healthy Kids Fun Run will be held in the Pentagon North Parking Lot. Children ages 5-12 will participate in the one-mile just-for-fun ...

Health & Wellness Class @disAbility Resource Center - F'burg The class meets every Tues. at the dRC (409 Progress St., F'burg) and is for people with disabilities, their family members, and caregivers. ...

... we want to help improve the lives of the 11 million people in the USA and the 28 million people around the world who are living with cancer! If you don't want to run or bike, come to our Health Fair ...

Pink Mondays You are cordially invited to attend Pink Mondays at Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center for a free light dinner and a seminar series focusing on important breast health. All events ...

Mammos and Massages If you’re over age 40, it’s critically important to protect your health with an annual mammogram. Join us for “Mammos and Massages” – a fun-filled ...

Community Health Fair - F'burg A free Community Health Fair will take place at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 6170 Plank Road Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (Route 3 West). The fair will offer more than 30 ...

YMCA Turkey Trot 5K - F'burg The Mary Washington Healthcare YMCA Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5 km will be held at James Monroe High School, 2300 Washington Ave F'burg. All ages welcome! There ...

The Learning Experience Family Health Day Come out and tour our facility and meet with some of the local health care providers available to meet your families health needs. We will be visited by Access ...

... Hospital. Representatives of Lifenet will also be present, explaining the importance of organ donation for restoring health and saving lives. Chili fans will enjoy a beautiful autumn day, great food, ...

... will support the Fredericksburg Christian Health Center (FCHC), the non-profit medical clinic which provides care to the uninsured and indigent of our community. Cost: Adults: $15 and Children 12 ...

... for pregnant and parenting teenagers in Spotsylvania County . Their mission is to facilitate healthier pregnancies, healthier babies, and nurturing relationships between parent and child. The program assists ...

Stafford Pathways Connection Group We are a group that focuses on natural parenting/living, birth, parenting, nutrition, health... We provide information, support, education, networking and fun for local ...

Head Start-Nutrition and Parent Ed Program - Spotsy February is Heart Healthy month so let's celebrate w/ a healthy recipe. Ingrediants will go home w/ each participant. Also, a heart healthy performace ...

... This exhibit was designed to teach children about the origins of the food we eat to and to encourage healthy food choices. Features of the exhibit include a root vegetabel garden in rubber mulch where ...

... people with special needs, & professionals. Health & developmental screenings, childcare provider training, & child supervision available. 45+ vendors. FREE Lunch, Child Supervision, Door Prizes. To ...