Brought to you by: Vive Health Science has shown the potentially catastrophic effects of stress on humans, and new scientific research is beginning to show us how to counteract those effects. Research has proven that stress manifests itself in the body and mind in tangible and debilitating ways. Anyone who has ever had a stomach ache right before an exam,…
Brought to you by: Vive Health Whether you are a new mommy or have multiple children, finding new ways to make life easier is probably a priority for you. Boot horns are generally made to help slip your heel into your boots quickly and easily. Boot horns can also prolong the life of your boots without disfiguring the shape of…
Brought to you by Vive Health As a mother, you are undoubtedly one of the busiest people you know, with plenty of things to do left, right, and center. With all the hustle and bustle, you are at risk of suffering from body aches including sore feet brought about by heel spurs. What are heel spurs? Heel spurs are the…
A kitchen is a fun place where families and their children can bond. From whipping up simple recipes to preparing lunch boxes, it’s usually associated with happy memories. The kitchen, however, is also the one area in the house where you can have easy access to sharp objects (like knives and ice pick) and fire (gas range and stove top).…
Brought to you by Vive Health Almost everyone wants to exercise but few actually manage to stick to their fitness goals and programs. It’s the start of the new year and most gyms are filled with new members but over time, the numbers will start dwindling down. The reason is simple enough: people do not have the time. As a…
Brought to you by Vive Health As a mother, you are not new to joint aches and discomforts brought about by multitasking and juggling parenting, a job, and household chores every single day. However, if the pain is already persistent, you might need to take a closer look for it can already be an indication of tendonitis. The word tendonitis,…
Brought to you by Vive Health As a mom, you know that nothing whatsoever will hinder you from wanting to give the best care and quality of life to your family. Being a multi-tasker who has to juggle a lot of daily responsibilities, it’s not surprising for moms to be at risk of suffering from musculoskeletal injuries. Knee Pain Whether…
Brought to you by Vive Health Do you experience regular episodes of lower back pain, leg muscle tightness, or hip discomfort? If you like wearing high heels often, then it could be what’s causing these issues. High heels, which were invented in 1533, are a fashion staple for women to make them look more aesthetically attractive. Despite its proven impact on the idea…
The bumps, bruises, and goose eggs that come with raising children don’t seem to stop until about the kids enter high school; and by that time you’ve moved on to more serious injuries that come with playing sports or your teen’s new skateboarding hobby. No matter what ache or pain your child comes through the door with, chances are good…
Over the years, bath time for babies and kids often transitions from “Oh no, don’t wet my head!” to “Oh yeah! Time to play with my bath toys!”. While necessary for keeping your little ones clean (even if it’s just for a few hours), baths aren’t without their own dangers. In fact, 1 in 5 people who die from drowning-related…
Brought to you by Vive Health Whether they’re toddlers or teenagers, there’s no denying that kids are accident prone. While there are, of course, times when accidents require a doctor’s care, the majority of accidents that kids get into can be treated at home with a well-stocked first aid kit. Read on to learn about five pieces of equipment that every parent…
Heading into summer with kids means lots of sweaty shoes and trips to the pool. It’s tough to know sometimes if an itchy, bumpy foot could be athlete’s foot or something else like dermatitis, eczema, or sweat rash. If you are concerned about athlete’s foot, don’t miss this essential guide: What is Athlete’s Foot? A condition that results from a…
As a new mom, your day probably seems like a never-ending stream of bending over and picking up your baby from the floor, their crib, and their car seat. And, when you’re not picking your baby up, you’re probably carrying them from one of these locations to another. With all this lifting and carrying, it’s no wonder so many new…
Brought to you by Vive Health Studies show that the majority of new mothers (75 percent) weigh more one year postpartum than they did before becoming pregnant. However, just because it happens to the majority of women, that doesn’t mean it also has to happen to you. There are lots of things you can do to lose extra weight and…
Brought to you by Vive Health. Summer is here, and, if you’re like most parents, that means you and your kids are going to spending a lot more time running around outside. If you want to enjoy your fun in the sun without worrying about burns, bites, and other common summertime injuries, keep reading. Listed below are…
