How I Deal with My Daughter’s Severe Nut Allergy and Find the Positive
by Dr. Deirdre Hahn, Lifestyle Contributor | I’m the mom of two terrific and very different daughters. Katie was born in 1994 and Lilly was born in 2009. Yes, that's a fourteen-year difference! During those fourteen years between Katie and Lilly, I completed my bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees, started two new careers, divorced, remarried, travelled, and sporadically cooked. I wasn’t particularly concerned about nutrition, and the term food allergies was not even in my vernacular. I didn’t breastfeed Katie, and I’m certain that I gave her peanuts and shellfish before she was even six months old! ...Read more.
Angela’s Lab | A Summer State of Mind
Summer is all about having fun and this season the fashion world has jumped 110% on board with highly-embellished accessories and clothing. From ruffles and cut-outs to fringes and pom-poms, you've heard me say this before -- minimalism has taken a back seat to maximalism. Everything is pretty and bold, and even better, it's hard to overdo an outfit right now. Fashion started down this road a few years ago with loads of print mixing and has transitioned into a full-blown "look at me" attitude. We're seeing a ton of '80s influence happening, which -- let's face it -- was the original decade of fun, opulence and ...Read more.
Twinning with My American Girl
I love American Girl. I love my dolls and that AG promotes girl power, kindness and individualism. We are all unique and special and have the ability to make the world a better place. Each doll has a story that makes her unique too. My mom recently helped me start an Instagram page called "AG Style Lab" featuring my dolls that she manages, but I brainstorm ideas with her for content and stage the photo shoots. It's really fun! Be sure and check it out. My mom is also encouraging me to write blog posts about things I enjoy, including American Girl, dance, fashion, books, cooking and crafts -- so watch for more from ...Read more.
Staycation in Style at the Omni Montelucia
Who among us wouldn't love to be on vacation every day? Vacations not only give us something to look forward to, but they are essential for recharging and making memories, whether it's just you and your significant other or the whole family. Since life happens and we can't always get away for a long trip, staycations are an awesome way to "check out" of your everyday grind for a night or two without the hassle of traveling. We are lucky to live in the Phoenix area where there are a number of award-winning resorts to choose from just minutes away from our home, plus during the summer there are incredible ...Read more.
Arizona Midday | Summer Style Refresh
The '80s redux is "like so totally real" this summer -- we love it! Bottom line: Fashion is in a party mood. Minimalism has been pushed aside because after all, girls just wanna have fun, right? From sassy off-the-shoulder dresses and ruffles to fruity and floral prints to bodysuits (they're back, ladies!) with denim, Angela and her models have the looks from Vida Moulin boutique and how to wear them on Channel 12’s Arizona Midday. (Those of you that grew up in the '80s will for sure get all the rad references to the over-the-top, bigger-hair-is-better decade...) ...Read more.
GI Rescue Recipes for Kids: Terrific Turkey Burgers
Dinner CAN be easy on special diets like the elimination or FODMAP regimen... it's really just a matter of finding and stocking your pantry with the right healthy ingredients that meet the "no additives and/or no ferment" criteria, then shopping regularly for the fresh items you'll need. Once you're familiar with the brands and food you can buy, trips to the supermarket aren't as overwhelming. Of course the first few times give yourself extra time to walk around, read labels and determine the best choices for your situation. We discovered two apps for your smartphone that have proven very helpful, ShopWell and ...Read more.
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