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Women can choose from alternative birthing options By Annie Walsh Longmont Times-Call
Many expecting mother’s don’t realize they have choices in the birthing process. It’s common practice for women to find an obstetrician, meet during each trimester and prepare for their hospital birth. Today, there is a variety of alternative birthing options available. Midwife home births and doula labor coaches offer different kinds of care and comfort for laboring mothers’ and their families. When deciding on alternative birthing options, it’s important for the parentsto-be to do as much research as possible. “Be open to exploring,” says MichelleNichole Calareso, a member of the Longmont Doulas and DONA board member. “Don’t settle for an unhappy situation. Know your options.” Just because friends and family have chosen to deliver their babies in a hospital, doesn’t mean this method or environment is right for everyone. When choosing a birth process, it’s important for the mother to decide her philosophy on birth, as well as her ideal environment. Midwife To clarify, a midwife is not a doctor, but is certified to perform all the responsibilities that come with a healthy delivery. “We do the medical stuff,” says Karen Robinson, president of the Colorado Midwife Association. “We check blood pressure, listen to the baby and make
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sure the baby is growing.” Midwives, like Robinson, focus on getting to know the mother prenatally, as well as act as primary caretaker during labor. Robinson attends most of her births at clients’ homes, with the philosophy that birth is a natural process and should be treated that way. The benefits of having a midwife are numerable, but generally, the birth is a little shorter, a little less painful, a lot more relaxed and feels safer at home, she says. “It’s a hugely spiritual, personal, deeply moving moment to bring a child into the world,” Robinson says. “It’s also unpredictable. If there’s a problem, the midwife can help.” Doula Doulas are a vital support system during pregnancy and labor, but don’t perform any medical procedures. “As a doula, I’m there to help slow down the process and help them listen to their body,” Calareso says. “I try to provide a calming, caring, reassuring environment,
as serene as possible.” Calareso provides emotional, physical and informational support to laboring and postpartum women. She is DONA certified and is trained in clinical and fieldwork, grief counseling, postpartum, breastfeeding, active listening and conflict resolution. “Because we’ve seen birth many times, we know the patterns of birth,” Calareso says. She acts as an experienced coach in the birthing process and works through the labor with the expecting mother. “Birth is a natural process and we’ve been doing it forever,” she says. “Our bodies can tell what it needs.” Doulas and midwives are there to help the process along and use as little medical interference as possible. “Most women can birth their children without all the medical attention,” Robinson says. “Day to day, if we let birth be the way that it is, it’s not a 911 drama.” For more information, visit www.bouldermid wifery.com, www.coloradomidwives.org, www.longmontdoulas.com and www.dona.org.
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Finding time for yourself By Kendall Schoemann Longmont Times- Call
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When deadlines need to be met, children need to be fed, friends need advice and emails need to be returned, it’s hard to find some time for yourself. Although it seems contradictory, doing something for yourself improves the relationships you have with others. Laura Goldner-de Beer, a clinical psychologist at Denver Counseling for Women, says women often feel guilty having time to themselves. “A lot of women tend to put other people first whether it be friends, kids or spouses,” she says. “They think it’s selfish to deprive other people of their attention.” Just like everyone around you, you too have needs. You require rest, laughter and fun to perform at your best. You are the only person that can decipher and fulfill your needs. If you wait for free time to appear, you’ll never get it. Goldner-de Beer suggests making time for yourself a priority. Listen to what you need and make it happen. Whether it’s coffee with friends, walking alone or attending a pottery class, having time for yourself improves your mood and
interaction with your world. Jeanne Dworak, the facilitator of Agape Mom’s Group in Longmont, thinks free time needs to be scheduled. “We are all connected to our calendars,” she says. “We have to schedule our free time or it won’t happen.” When she first joined the group, she never thought her schedule would allow her to attend weekly meetings. Once she realized it was the only time she could meet with her friends and clear her head, she made it a priority. Goldner-de Beer suggests reevaluating your to-do list and making free time a priority. We often don’t think about doing something if it’s not part of our routine, so if you start doing things for yourself regularly, it will become a habit. Whether it is getting out of the house, finding a space in your home, engaging in an activity or resting, it only needs to be something that is meaningful to you. According to Dworak, a happy woman makes a happy world. “My alone time is exercising,” she says. “If I haven’t worked out in a few days, my husband will ask me about it because I’ve been acting grumpy and unsatisfied.”
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Recharging your batteries and tapping into your inner thoughts helps to best deal with the people in your world. When you listen and deal with yourself, then you can listen and deal with others. Joining a group or signing up for a fitness class is ideal for women with particularly rigid schedules, while personal hobbies are great for women with more flexibility in their day. Goldner-de Beer says the longer you go without personal time, the less likely you are to engage in it. “Women get away from listening to their own inner voice and instincts,” she says. “And the farther they get, the harder it is to get back.”
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Powerful Advice Moms can help daughters have good self esteem Article Resource Association
No force exerts more power on how girls perceive their bodies and their relationship with food than the examples set by their own mothers, research and countless examples show. Some of you are mothers; all of you had one. What did you learn about food, eating and weight from your own mother and what is your daughter learning from you? How and why do you eat the way you do and how can you prevent your daughter from repeating your mistakes? Eating disorder treatment specialist Carolyn Costin, clinical director and founder of the Monte Nido Treatment Center, says that modern culture may send some women and girls the message to feed and nurture others, but not themselves. “Because of the undue emphasis placed on appearance, females come to view their bodies as instruments to be used in the pursuit of
approval from others and as sources of personal pride,” Costin says. “This can, however, lead to them experiencing their bodies as a source of disapproval, failure and psychological pain.” Food may become a medium through which females communicate many feelings. Women use food to demonstrate love and caring, to get approval, as a way of being creative, as a way of distracting from other issues, as a source of comfort, as a means of apology, and there are many more. In her book, “Your Dieting Daughter,” Costin challenges women to ask themselves, “What has food come to represent in your life and in your messages to your own children?” Costin offers some advice below for helping mothers become healthy examples of self-acceptance to their daughters, and for dealing with eating disorder issues. To learn more about eating disorders and treatment, visit www.MonteNido.com.
Messages that Backfire Mothers send messages every day that their daughters pick up on – from lessons of kindness to others, to the tendency to judge one’s self-worth based on physical appearance. Be aware of messages that can backfire, even when you have the best intentions: • Compliments – You may do or say things that send the wrong message to your daughter. The focus on appearance, even when giving a compliment, can backfire in many ways. For example, to compliment someone on her weight loss may be construed to mean that she was not attractive before. Excessive praise for appearance can reinforce the notion that external qualities are more important than internal ones, regardless of the cost it takes to maintain it. • Food as reward and punishment – No matter how many experts have warned against it, parents, especially mothers, often
use food as a reward and punishment. Children learn that certain foods belong in special categories, like “good” and “bad.” This kind of thinking sets the stage for someone to restrict, sneak eat, rebel by eating, comfort themselves with, or overly indulge in, the forbidden “bad foods.” Costin teaches her eating disorder clients at Monte Nido something that is important for everyone to understand: “There are no bad foods; there are only bad eating habits.” • Food as love – People learn a variety of ways to associate food with being nurtured, cared for and loved. Food, early on in the mother-daughter relationship, is connected to love – getting one means having the other. A girl may use food as love if she feels, consciously or unconsciously, that she is not getting love somewhere else. Where emptiness exists in any way, food can mask it and be a substitute filler, at least temporarily.
• Swallowing feelings/stuffing anger – People stuff down or swallow their feelings with food. People who use food in this way describe it as having a numbing effect on them, Costin says. Starving is also a way of avoiding feelings or demonstrating in some way that, “I don’t have any feelings or needs.” To heal people from using food in this way clinics like Monte Nido teach their clients that all feelings are acceptable; it is their behaviors they need to learn to monitor and control. Mothers who want to set a good example for their daughters, should consider this, Costin says: “Is what you are doing to yourself what you would also do to your own daughter? If you don’t want her to skip meals in order to fit in a dress, or binge because she’s having a bad day, then you shouldn’t do it either.”
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Addressing menopause By Kristi Ritter Longmont Times-Call
experience. “Patients today are more savvy about what they are going through,” Lane says. “I think it’s a more interested generation questioning their health care and finding answers.” As for treatment of menopause, Lane says doctors put more women than ever before on birth control, which may help to stabilize hormones and help to control bleeding. Some women may also be able to take just progesterone, which works with a body’s estrogen levels to control symptoms. Other possible medications, a proper diet and regular exercise plan can also help a woman with the effects of menopause. “We need to continue to encourage that women stay fit and exercise more,” she says. “Although it won’t be an age 25 fit, the fitness level for your age keeps you on track.” Along with the physical changes of the body, Lane says women often feel social and relationship changes throughout their lives. Marriages may not last as long as they once did, resulting in women in their 40s and 50s looking for new partners. Lane says its important for women to understand that menopause is not the end of anything, it’s just a start of something different. “We want to sit down and listen to the patient, and then find a plan that works for them,” she says. “The key is education.”
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Menopause can be seen differently in every woman’s eyes, whether it’s viewed as an end to the child bearing years or the start to a new active life. And contrary to some belief, it’s not the end of a woman’s femininity and sexuality. Menopause is defined as the permanent end of menstruation and fertility, occurring 12 months after a woman’s last menstrual period. While the average age for menopause to occur is 51, Dr. Kim Lane, FACOG, with Women’s Health Wise in Longmont, says every woman is different, and quite often the typical age is between 45 and 50. “For most patients it is a period of time, not an exact date,” she says. Hormonal changes cause the physical changes of menopause, which manifest itself in a variety of symptoms that can include irregular periods, decreased fertility, vaginal dryness, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, loss of interest in sex and some weight gain. Because menopause occurs throughout a period of time, there are two stages: perimenopause and postmenopause. Perimenopause is the time when you first experience symptoms that your body is going through a change. Hormone levels may rise and fall unevenly, women may have hot flashes and pregnancy could still occur. Postmenopause starts once 12 months have passed since a woman’s last menstrual cycle. The ovaries will produce less estrogen and no progesterone, and won’t release any eggs. The years following are the postmenopause stage. When women first start to experience some of the symptoms associated with perimenopause, Lane says it’s important for them to visit with their doctor to become educated about what they can expect. However, because women can go through all the extremes through menopause, it’s also hard to predict what they might
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Breaking Through the Glass Niwot woman builds her own business in male market By Kate Frasure Longmont Times-Call
On a sunny day in Niwot, Sandra Weeks, with her dog by her side, answers phone calls and sends out e-mails from her home office. The walls of her woodsy style office, tucked in the back of her home, display various awards and certificates in addition to the artwork of her grandson. Weeks is the president and owner of Blue Spruce Design and Construction, a company that in 2009 was named one of the top womenowned businesses in Colorado. “It is nice to be recognized,” Weeks says. “It shows that I am doing something right.” She admits that the award is not the most important thing. “It is really about your last job.” More impressive than Weeks’ award is the journey she took to own a company in a field that is typically male dominated. Weeks attended North Eastern University in Boston in the ’60s. A time when the civil rights movement and womens rights were all the rage. With empowerment around her, she sought a degree in elementary education, a career that most women pursued due to a male-dominated workforce. According to Colorado State University economics professor Chian Jones, women are taught from an early age to be caring and take careers in care related fields, such as teaching or nursing. “Because of the economic structure, more aggressive careers are typically the more advanced positions,” Jones says. “Women are considered not to have the mentality for these more aggressive positions” Weeks did seem to have that aggressive demeanor. After getting caught up in the political excitement of the era she did not
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finish college and moved to Boulder in the early to mid-’70s. Here Weeks got with a government program known as SETA, Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance, which partnered her with a carpenter. She had never had any real experience with construction up to this point. “I am not even sure if my dad owned a hammer,” Weeks says. Her partnership with the carpenter became the beginning of a life-long relationship with the construction industry. Like any relationship, the road to success was not an easy one. An opportunity was given to her to help in estimating for the crossroads mall project in Boulder. She recalled attending a walk-through for the project with 20 to 30 men and not one woman present. “I felt invisible,” Weeks says. “Most of the men felt I was there to represent someone else (a male superior).” This was her first exposure to the man’s world. “I knew I needed to step up there or I wasn’t going to make it.” And she did. In 1997, Weeks started her own general contracting firm focused on residential renovations, commercial projects and restaurants. The same company she runs today, Blue Spruce. She feels she gained a little benefit to being female just because she was more noticed for being a woman in a male dominated career. While the glass ceiling seemed to be cracked open, Weeks still continued to find obstacles she had to overcome as a female. Jones says the glass ceiling most definitely continues to exist in our world today. “Of all the fortune 500 companies, only 12 have female CEOs, showing that the glass ceiling is still prevalent.”
For Weeks, an interview with a client a while back made the glass ceiling prevalent. She gave an exceptional presentation but the client passed and it was clear they moved on because she was a woman. “I was devastated,” Weeks says. “I should have been enough.” The incident was a real eye opener, showing her that there are still people out their who have there own personal issues with discrimination. “Social stereotypes of women and their dedication to family over their paid work has manifested itself into employers hiring decisions,” Jones says. “It is when society stops placing women in certain careers and men in others that women will break through the glass ceiling.” Still, Weeks has an extremely successful business. She attributes much of her success to the fact that she cares about the relationship with the client and making a difference. “It’s not just about the nuts and bolts and sticks and bricks,” Weeks says. “It is about the process.” She says she strives to make sure the client feels good about the process. This differentiating factor, which might be the fact that she is a woman, sets Blue Spruce apart from other businesses like it. Just like other women, Weeks admits that she encountered the problem of balancing work with family. As a single parent she recalled her son being late to practice due to her job, but she emphasizes that women should not give up on a career just to have a family. “We need to be happy and well-balanced,” she says. “Be true to yourself and follow your passion, don’t compromise.”
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omt er H Sum Styles Whitney Swander started in the audiology business 10 years ago. Two years ago she purchased her own company to continue forth in an industry that holds so much passion for her. (Paul Litman/Times-Call)
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In college, Whitney Swander declared a major in speech language pathology. But it wasn’t until classes she wanted to take were full that she was forced into taking a class in the audiology field. It was the beginning of a life-long love. “I thought I’d do the speech pathology and then just impress my parents with a double major,” she laughs. “Little did I know it was kind of a gift from God that I ended up in that class.” While Swander continued forward in her education with a double major, when it came time to enroll in a masters program, audiology won out. With her masters degree under her belt, she got a job immediately out of college at Hearing HealthCare Centers in Longmont in May 2000 under the guidance of owner Jim Boggess. At only 24 years old at the time, Swander felt as if she should have been in pigtails and children’s clothing. And even though she was suppose to be under the guidance of someone on staff, after only six weeks she had to come out of the shadows and face her future. Throughout the years, Swander grew in experience, confidence and maturity. “I have a healthy confidence in knowing that I’m comfortable in this field. Sometimes I feel guilty making a living at something that gives me such warm fuzzies. It shouldn’t be this easy.” She also started working on her doctorate degree, finishing her last class in the spring of
2008. Thirty days later, she closed on the purchase of Hearing HealthCare Centers when Boggess retired, becoming a woman business owner early in her 30s. “Jim gave me a lot of flexibility and freedom in the practice, allowing me to build a great relationship with patients,” she says, adding that the purchase of the business gave her the opportunity to continue in the same manner she and her patients felt comfortable with. Being such an individual specialty practice, she enjoys the opportunity to follow her patients and see their lives change in a great one-on-one setting that feels as if she’s part of a big family. The staff also makes up part of that family, with four other women keeping the offices running. The Longmont office has always been full-time, and while the Boulder office operated as a parttime office for 20 years, it became full-time in 2005, offering even more for the customers. Since taking over as owner two years ago, her goal was to keep on top of changes in technology and in hearing aids. But in addition, she feels hearing loss prevention is also vital to her success as a business owner. When not in the office, Swander remains a big part of the community, often recognizing her customers out and about. She remains active in her church, enjoys riding bike or walking trails with her three dogs and loves to cook, so people might often see her planning yummy treats for an evening meal.
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So you’re ready to have a baby By Kristi Ritter Longmont Times-Call
Nine months is long enough to wait for a baby, so when you and your significant other decide to start a family there are some things you can do to help in a successful fertility plan. The first step is finding an OBGYN doctor both mom and dad will feel comfortable with. Lori Slater, patient educator and office nurse at Full Circle Health Associates in Longmont, says the connection and relationship between a woman and her OBGYN is vital to feeling comfortable through the process of having a baby. “They have to be truly comfortable with a physician who will be a part of one of life’s most amazing processes,” she says. Slater recommends women spend time with a physician before selecting one, making sure the comfort is appropriate, personalities mix and the women feel they get their questions answered. Once a woman finds a physician she is comfortable with, it’s important for both mom and dad to stay on track for a healthy diet and fitness plan. Slater says staying active through exercise and eating right will keep both of you on track for a healthy pregnancy and lifestyle. She also recommends both take a multivitamin to get the supplements the body needs. But for mom, Slater says she should
take an 800 milligram supplement of folic acid, which is a form of vitamin B. This increased amount of folic acid will help prevent neuro tube defects, which can begin in the first four weeks of conception. Women should also start on prenatal vitamins to give their body the extra levels of things their body will need. Slater says new patients to their office will also need to get a pap smear to make sure everything is normal. This is especially important if a woman hasn’t had regular annual exams. Other things that will be done on the first visit include basic blood work, check for blood type and also a rubella immunization. For women who have been on birth control, Slater says they can go off of it and should allow at least three months for their body to acclimate to normal levels and for ovulation to return to normal. Ovulation usually occurs 14 days before a woman’s next period, and is the ideal time to become pregnant. “Ovulation can take three to six months
to return, but if you do get pregnant right away it’s OK. There’s nothing wrong with you and you will be OK,” she says. So how will a woman know if she’s ovulating? Slater says there are different signs to look for, including an increase in mucus and a spike in body temperature. There are also ovulation kits available for women to check the exact times. Some women have been on birth control for many years, often to be able to help control irregular periods. Some effects of this can result in missed periods for some time. Slater says this is nothing abnormal as the levels in birth control pills today are so low that it may be normal to miss some periods. “If women have been on birth control for some time, it may take a little longer for ovulation to begin again, but it should not impact their ability to conceive,” she says. If a couple has been trying for more than a year to get pregnant, that’s when there may be some problems and they should seek the advice of their doctor.
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Planning financially for your future addition Before you get to the point of trying for a baby, you might want to make sure your finances are in order. Bill Stone, financial advisor for Edward Jones in Longmont, says couples need to make sure they have a budget. “It’s harder for new families to have a budget because they are occurring expenses they are accustomed to,� he says. Stone advises couples that the first thing they need to learn is to “pay themselves first.� Build a savings account with at least three to six months of expenses, start a retirement plan such as an IRA and make sure to start a 401(k) plan or increase the amount of contribution if possible. “Too many people spend all of what they make, creating a big cycle that is hard to get out of,� he says. “Learn to live beneath your means and make your money work for you.� With a personal savings and retirement plan in place, the next step is to plan for more than just the baby’s room. Stone says it’s vital to have a will, which will tell others who will take care of the child and the financial matters associated with raising a child. Life insurance should also be purchased so in case something happens to either dad or mom, it will replace the lost income. Then the couple can look at savings plans for the child’s future and education needs. There are a couple of savings plans available for education means. The first is a 529 Plan education savings plan that is operated by a state or educational institution designed to help families set aside funds for future college costs. It is named after Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code which created these types of savings plans in 1996. These plans are only for post-secondary education past grade 12. Cloverdale Education Savings Accounts are education savings plans that can be used in kindergarten through post-secondary education. They offer many of the same tax advantages of a 529 Plan with some important differences. A few of the differences include a lower contribution limit ($2,000 per year per child) and significantly greater flexibility of type of investment vehicles, such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Stone advises couples to look into these savings plans, but warns that they should never save for their child’s educational future at the expense of their own retirement, as there are always loans, grants and scholarships available to help with education. Couples should also talk with their financial advisor or certified public accountant about the tax breaks for having children. In addition to setting a budget, saving for retirement and possibly setting up education plans for future children, Stone says it’s important for couples to set goals in life. It’s also vital for parents to teach their children about the value of money, how it works, finances, loans and credit scores. “Teaching our children to be prudent with the money they earn and have is probably the best thing parents can do,� he says. “Financial responsibility starts with the parents.� – Kristi Ritter
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Breastfeeding offers more than food By Summer Stair Longmont Times-Call
You just found out you are having a baby. You’re probably thinking of names, the adorable little clothes you will get to buy and the theme you hope to use in the nursery. While all of these things are important and a lot of fun, getting started on a breastfeeding plan for when the baby arrives can be just as imperative. Linda Neale, an international board certified lactation consultant in Boulder County and its surrounding areas, says new mother’s have to realize that breastingfeeding is natural, but that it may still have its difficulties. She gave the following information to help new mother’s make the transition to breastfeeding smooth. Be Prepared Ahead of Time A lot of new mothers assume breastfeeding is going to come naturally to them, but that is not always the case. “It is a dance between the mom and the baby,” Neale says. “If one (mother or baby) has an issue, it can affect the other.” One of the easiest ways to ward off problems and frustrations is to line up breastfeeding resources ahead of time. Neale recommends finding and interviewing a lactation consultant before you give birth, as well as considering taking a breastfeeding class. When looking for a lactation consultant, look for someone you can relate to, who has the same goals and who is certified through the International Board of Lactation Examiners.
“It’s important for new mom’s not to wait and call,” Neale says. “Situations are easier to fix early on, rather then later.” The Challenges of Breastfeeding Once a new mom gets “the dance” of breastfeeding down, there isn’t too much to worry about. However, one problem almost every mom does experience is the nagging question of: Is my baby getting enough milk? “This is a prime concern of all mothers,” Neale says. “There are ways to tell, but they aren’t measured in ounces.” Cues your baby is getting enough milk and is satisfied can be seen through their behavior and weight gain. A well-fed baby will not fuss and cry, but will eat and fall asleep at the breast, Neale says. It is also helpful for moms to learn their baby’s hunger cues, such as sucking on the fist, so they can be fed before they are to the point of crying or are agitated. Going Back to Work Every new mom hates having to go back to work, but in today’s society it is a reality many women will face. Neale says going back to work and breastfeeding can be
done successfully, but a plan should be set so both employee and employer know what to expect from one another. Different scenarios to consider are how often you will have to pump, what machine you will use, where you can express milk at work, how long and where you will be working, and whether your baby will be close enough for you to visit during the day or not. Once a plan is set, everyone will know what to expect. But the most important thing is to keep breastfeeding convenient, even if that means giving formula while at work and breastfeeding when at home, Neale says. Building a Relationship With Your Baby While there’s no question the health benefits breast milk has for an infant in the first six months of life, Neale says the bond created between mom and baby through the natural act is just as important. “Skin to skin contact is important and critical for proper development,” she says. “It is a life sustaining connection for the infant and it makes everything so much better.”
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It’s not enough anymore to just teach your kids to look both ways before crossing the street, pick up after themselves and play nicely together. Modern moms need to teach children lessons on how to help preserve the environment for years to come. “The best way to teach is to lead by example, so if you want your children to grow up to be eco-minded adults, show them how to do it by ‘greening’ your own habits now,” says Emily Smith, vice president of the Disney Online Mom and Family Portfolio. Disney Family.com offers a list of “green” products that can easily be incorporated into your everyday family routine.
Reusable Water Bottles You want your kids to drink plenty of water because it’s good for them, but you’re concerned that all those plastic bottles ending up in landfills aren’t good for the environment. The solution – reusable water bottles. Easily available in stores, reusable water bottles like those used by cyclists and hikers are a great alternative to disposable bottles.
Composting Machine Turn your leftover table scraps into compost and you will rank as the “Queen of Green” in your children’s eyes. A composting machine makes the job super easy, but you can also make compost with a simple composting barrel. Reusable Razors Did you know that about 2 billion plastic razors end up in landfills each year? That’s the estimate by the Environmental Protection Agency. So replace your disposable razors with a reusable one that allows you to keep the handle and only switch the blades. Reusable Shopping Bags Plastic bags wind up in waterways and harm wildlife, or end their life in landfills where they’ll remain forever. Paper bags are biodegradable but resources are required to
make them. Reusable, cloth shopping bags are better for the environment. All-Natural Cleaning Products Long gone are the days when “natural cleaner” meant “good for the environment, but not so good for cleaning.” Today, a plethora of products made from natural ingredients are gentler on the environment than harsh chemicals, but as powerful at cleaning as common chemical cleansers. You can find everything from laundry detergent and dish soap to window cleaner and even degreasers – all made from natural products.
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Pump It
Define your arms with these workouts
By Summer Stair Longmont Times-Call
Every one wants arms that look good, especially when it comes time to put on a tank top or swimsuit. Cindy Krafft, fitness coordinator at the Longmont Recreation Center, says getting definition in your arms and shoulders can take as little as 30 minutes, three to five days a week. She recommends beginning with 3 pound weights, working up to 5 pounds and eventually 8 pounds (about as heavy as a gallon of milk) as the maximum amount. To get the most out of your weight lifting, Krafft says it should be combined with a cardio routine to help lose the extra weight on the arms, and a wellbalanced diet that supports weight loss, as well as muscle growth. Protein is important when doing any kind of weight lifting because it is key for building and repairing muscles. Krafft recommends eating a small amount of protein before and after any workout. Other tips include: • When lifting weights slow down. Krafft says lifting should never include swinging, but should be slow and steady to keep the muscle engaged which will help build better muscle tissue. • Keep your routine consistent and balanced. It is important to work all sides of a muscle to assure you don’t overbuild any specific area. Working all muscle groups will also help your posture and eliminate injuries. • If you feel sore after working out, allow yourself a two-day break. If you are tired, but not sore, workout three to five times a week. • When you can, place your back against the wall to guarantee your posture is straight, to help eliminate swinging of the weight and to engage your muscles properly. • Change your hand grip between sets. “The trick is to change your angle, change your position so you get all fibers of the tissue in the muscle,” Krafft says. To get defined arms this summer check out Krafft’s workout routine. If you are consistent you should start seeing results in two to three weeks.
1. Front Raise – With back against the wall, hold the weights palm-down in front of the thighs. Lift the weights to shoulder height and come down in front of the thigh. Repeat for one set of 15 reps. Change hand angle twice for two more sets of 15 reps, one set with thumbs up and one with pinky up.
2. Lateral Raise – With back against the wall, begin with elbows at a 90 degree angle against your sides. Raise your elbows out and lift to a 90 degree angle. Continue coming in and going out for one set of 15 reps.
3. Up Right Rotator – With back against the wall, arms should be lifted out, bent at the elbow with hands down, then left upright keeping elbows bent and go back down. One set of 15 reps.
4. Military Press – With back against the wall, hold weight with palms facing out directly above the shoulder and lift straight up, then come down. Do one set of 15 reps. Change angle with palms facing inward for one set of 15 reps. (For those who have bad shoulders do two sets of 15 reps with palms facing in.)
5. Rear Raise – Lean forward until your back is flat, legs shoulder length apart. With your arms slightly bent and at hip level, lift toward the back and down to the hips. Do one set of 15 reps. Change angles and do one with pinky up for one set of 15 reps.
6. Biceps – With back against the wall, begin with elbows slightly bent in front of the hips to get muscle in action. Lift upward toward your chest and back down to starting position. Do one set for 15 reps.
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7. Triceps – This includes two different workouts each for one set, 15 reps. To do the triceps kickback, lean forward with a flat back with one leg slightly in front of the other. With arms at the hips, bent at the elbow slowly lift your arms backward until straight, come back down to starting position. To do the overhead triceps begin with arms above the head, bent backward at the elbow , lift until arms are straight and slowly come back down.
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st of an attorney. Mary Legal documentation at 1/3 to ½ the cost has over 30 years experience with law firms, rms, has attended ries, legal assistants continuing education classes for secretaries, nfidential, timely and and paralegals. She provides caring, confidential, C’s, powers of attorney, professional work for wills, probate, LLC’s, assistance with Medicaid applications, deeds, notary services and much more. Mary has lived with her husband in BA Longmont since 1977. She was an LSBA board member, active in the Longmont se chamber and started her business because she wanted to assist those who cannot afford an attorney. Mary’s goal is to give you peace of mind at an affordable cost.
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Nancy is originally from Iowa but has worked in Gunbarrel and Niwot since 1984. She has been the Gunb a cosmetologist for 39 years. During that time she cosmet has wor worked as an instructor at the beauty college, managed manag several salons and for the past 14 years has oowned 2nd Avenue Hair Studio in Niwot. She ha has a great team working with her and they strive striv for great customer service. She loves her work wor and her customers. She is very thankful for the support her customers have given her over the years. She has 2 gown children . She and her husband enjoy snowmobiling, S camping and hiking with their dogs.
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Megan John Johnson, owner of Shop Kids Resale and Consignment in Longmont, Longmo knows what it’s like to need affordable toys and clothes. As a mom of three boys, she understands and loves to hel help others save on their kids stuff. A teacher by trade, John first started her consignment endeavor through Johnson seasonal consignment sales, The Shop Kids Event at American Furniture Warehouse in Firestone and quickly qu fell in love. With her passion for consignment, ddrive to succeed at owning her own business and the nneed she saw in the community for such a store, she opened Shop Kids Resale and Consignment at the e of May. Stop by and see what they have to offer end in i new and used clothes, equipment, games and toys at 900 S. Hover St. in Longmont.
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Meet Rockin’ Robin Abb, owner of ted Rockin’ Robin’s: Retro and Resale located in Vintage Niwot. Now in it’s 8th year, Rockin’ Robin’s carries Contemporary used and Vintage clothing for women and men, with a jukebox and a dance floor so you can Bop While You Shop! Rockin’ Robin also hosts after hour dress-up parties, and is very active in her community. She helps organize many events in Niwot, and emcees the summer concert series, Rhythm on the Rails as well as other local festivals. Rockin’ Robin really ROCKS!
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Originally from California, Judi has always been creative sewing, decorating and entertaining with style. creative: Afte After living in Hong Kong for five years Judi moved to Florida where she began a career as a realtor. Wanting to be closer to family Judi relocated to Colorado in 2005. Using her experience in real estate and her passion for decorating Judi la launched Encore Home Staging & Redesign with her daughter Dena. The two quickly realized Longmont needed a place to shop and opened Encore Home Styles in 2007. Together Judi and Dena carefully select the inventory for their e eclectic boutique, hoping to bring affordable style to the customers they love so much.
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Born and raised in California, Dena and her family mily escaped the hectic lifestyle of Orange County to meet rly 20 up with her mom, Judi, in Colorado. After nearly years in the computer industry Dena was excited ed to me begin a new career as co-owner of Encore Home eer Staging & Redesign. Balancing family and career is a constant challenge but Dena is embracing es her creativity and working with her mom makes it fun. Getting to know customers and meetingg leaders in the community has made owning ng Encore Home Styles and Encore Home Staging & Redesign a very rewarding experience.
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DEBBIE ADAMS MS Owner, Debbie Adams Photography and nd Still Frame Gallery Debbie Adams always wanted to be a photographer and da, began her career at the age of 17. She was born in Canada, grew up in New Jersey, survived malignant melanoma inn 1983 and moved to Santa Barbara, California where she ess had a successful wedding & portrait photography business th for 25 years. She moved to Longmont in April 2009 with nd her husband, Matt Erickson, and their two cats, Bella and Bogey. In one year Debbie has established herself as the its Readers’ Choice Photographer. She specializes in portraits from babies to senior citizens and every stage of life in between. She opened up her studio and Still Frame Gallery lery at 372 Main St. Visit her website and blog at www.d w laphoto.com. www.dlaphoto.com.
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As Co-Owner and Manager of Happy Hounds Dogg side Daycare in Longmont, Olivia fills many roles. Aside lean from the daily challenges of running a safe and clean so daycare, boarding and dog wash facility, she is also the Head Dog Trainer. Her time spent volunteering ring for rescue groups and helping to rehabilitate shelter dogs helped to prepare her for that. As a small business owner in Longmont, Olivia also feels a responsibility to support local charitable ed, organizations. Happy Hounds provides supervised, fun daycare for dogs of all ages and sizes, as well nlyy as luxury boarding suites for owners who want only the best for their dogs. There is also a self –serve dogg 303) wash and bath & brush services available. Call (303) m for 774-8158 or visit www.happyhoundscolorado.com more information.
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I have been owner operator of Scoopy Doo’s 17 years (taking care of ccrap for people since 1993). That is when I purchased a service route out of a business for sale add in the Times-Call. Didn’t really know w I was getting into, but there was something about working with what dogs I loved it! It took me no time at all to find this was the perfect jjob for me and my family. When I leave for work, I’m greeted all day by the most loving creature on earth, it is hard not to smile all day. I get to see a multitude of personality’s most of which make me laugh out loud. After 17 years of taking crap literally & verbally, every one has a pun (or so they think). It has just added to the fun of my bbusiness. I have found I am very happy with my business and I make a lot of very busy families lives much easier. I want to thank all the families that have supported me for all these years for all my friends that just love to give me crap! Your bill is in the mail!
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I am a retired teacher, who taught physical education classes to ki kindergarten age through senior high, for 20 years. In between my teaching years, I worked at a care center in Longmont as Social Services Directo Director, Admissions and Marketing Director. I fell in love with the elderly population. Prom Promoting an activity program that will meet the physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritu spiritual needs of these wonderful residents is my everyday ev goal. The VISTAS residents are lovin loving and compassionate people, I feel very blesse blessed to be involved, in a small way, during th this part of our resident’s journey of life. I love my job!
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Linda Heil, is a Longmont native and owner of Paw Au Pair. Linda’s lifelong love of animals guided her towards creating Paw Au Pair, an in-home pet care service. We provide top-quality care for your pets in the secure familiar environment of their own home. We understand how important it is to find high quality service as well as professionalism. Linda and her staff pride themselves in providing such a service. Whether you need our services for dog walking, pet sitting, trip to the groomers or vet’s office, we can meet your needs. For your peace of mind, Paw Au Pair is bonded and insured, veterinarian recommended and a member of PSI. Linda and her staff truly love what they do and are loved by all their furry four legged clients.
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Dr. D’Anne Rudden, Board Certified Doctor of Audiology, is the first audiologist in Longmont to be board certified by the American Board of Audiology. Dr. Rudden specializes in thee diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss and is an expert in the fitting, dispensing and programming ng of advanced hearing technology. Dr. Rudden strongly believes that making the process of selecting ting and wearing a hearing device should be as easy as possible and she pays close attention to the individual lifestyle needs of each of her patients. “We look at each person’s individualal and financial needs and provide them with the best possible choices for their hearing loss.ss. With many patients the results are amazing and life-changing.” Dr. D’Anne Ruddenen and Longmont Hearing Center are proud to have received the 2010 Reader’s Choicece Award as the Best Hearing Clinic from the Times-Call readers. This is the secondd year in a row that Longmont Hearing Center has received that distinction which indicates the trust and satisfaction of patients of Longmont Hearing Center and Dr. D’Anne Rudden. Longmont Hearing Center is a preferred provider for most major insurance plans.
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Dr. Rachel Rach Bassett joined Care Plus Medical Center in March as a ffamily practitioner and has lived in Longmont for two year years. She is looking forward to continuing her passion of he helping patients of all age groups. Bassett thrives on the variety her work offers and finds particular interest in diabetes, developmental and intellectual disabilities, aadolescent health and whole family care. As the oldest oof eight children, Bassett has always been a leader and good role model. When not at work she loves to be outdoors gardening, running, biking or hiking, as well aas spending time with her 1-year-old son. To make an appointment with Dr. Bassett, call 303-776-2001 or visit her at 850 23rd Ave., Suite A, in Longmont.
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Create your own fashion
Aubrey Littrell sews embellishments on a sweater to help make it unique and one of a kind. Common Era allows you to create your own fashion. (Paul Litman/Times-Call)
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Mazura and I sat around the work table in the back of the boutique and brainstormed about what to create. I chose to decorate a card case, so she coached me through the process.
As a child, there were hundreds of opportunities to be creative. Whether it was painting in art class, making over-the-top school projects or designing a special card for a friend’s birthday, I was never at a loss of creative outlets. Throughout the years, more serious daily responsibilities have taken over and I rarely find the time to make a worthwhile art project. Even when I do set aside some time to be creative on a weekend afternoon, I don’t know how to do much more than paint on a canvas. As a fashion lover, I’ve made attempts at creating clothes and accessories, but without proper guidance many of my attempts ended in disaster. Refusing to let go of my creative drive, I sought help from Boulder local and boutique owner, Debra Mazura. Mazura opened Common Era in 1999, and has a loyal fan-base of all ages. Her boutique carries the latest fun and funky fashions, as well as items created by Mazura and her staff in the store’s open studio. “Everyone can be an artist,” Mazura says. “You just have to play around.” With Mazura’s creative eye and encouragement, she helps her customers create their own one of a kind pieces in the shop’s do-it-yourself open studio every Monday and Sunday afternoons. Shoppers are free to either buy or create their own fashions like earrings, card cases and even embellished sweaters for the same price that the items are sold in
DIY Creative Process First, Mazura and I went through different magazines searching for images and words that represented who I am. Once we compiled all the images, it was clear that I was an art and fashion lover, with an affinity for travel, which suited me perfectly. Second, we cut out the images, chose a dominant background image and decided which would be the front of the card case. Once the images were ready to be assembled, we applied mod podge to the metal case in light layers. Then we placed the first background image down on the glue, let it dry and began collaging the other images from that point on. Mazura was there every step of the way, teaching me her little tricks of the trade and how to treat the paper so it wouldn’t pucker. “Sometimes it can be more fun to have collaboration. The fabulous thing about the class is teaching people,” she says pridefully. The finished product was beautiful and it was an easy do-it-yourself project that took less than an hour. Check out Common Era at 1500 Pearl St. in Boulder, call 303-444-1799 or visit www.mycommonera.com.
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Longmont has a treasure that every fashionista should know about. Divine Divas, a new boutique located on Main Street, sells handbags, jewelry, accessories and gifts. Carleen Burch, opened Divine Divas in November 2009, and runs the store with her 22year-old daughter, Savanah Burch. “We’re having a blast. It’s a fun business for a mom and a daughter, and I hope to pass it down to her in the future,” Carleen says, Carleen Burch’s original inspiration came from a visit she took to Gatlinburg, Tenn. While there she found a ton of women’s boutiques that were fun and unique, and she wanted to bring this to Colorado. Burch’s dream was re-energized when she visited Minnesota last July. “I went to a store called Fun Sisters. I had so much fun in the store. At the end of September I saw a for rent sign in the window here and I opened Divine Divas two months later. It was a whirlwind!” She believes downtown Longmont is a great place to open a business. “We’re like a big family down here. We work together, we don’t compete and we send each other business.” Burch made her dream a reality by putting all fears aside. “Don’t be afraid,” she says. “People thought I was crazy for starting this during the bad economy.” Divine Divas is also price conscious. “I try to keep everything under $50. I want women to have the option to spoil themselves during hard times. All of us women like to be able to afford a little treat.”
Regular customer Jackie Boeheim says, “I browse the store once a month. I love how she keeps the prices low while providing quality merchandise. I used to be a Coach girl, but now that this store is right down the street, I’ve made a big change in handbag shopping.” Beyond carrying well-priced merchandise, Divine Divas has an e-mail list, and when the customer signs up for it, she will receive a $10 gift certificate on her birthday. The e-mail list keeps customers informed of what is new in the store. Burch’s must have items include a keyfinder for $7, that attaches to the inside of the purse, and a headband with a large flower and bling for $5. “The headband is a fun, cheap and easy way to dress up any summer outfit,” she says. Burch works hard to ensure customers won’t see someone else in the same necklace they’re wearing, as she only buys one of most of the items she carries. As for the future, she would like to open up a store in Estes Park, “but that’s a distant dream for now,” she adds. Her more realistic goal is to carry jeans and local products. Burch worked in the banking field before opening the store, and had little retail experience. She loves owning the boutique and has a great time making it a unique place. “My favorite part about owning the boutique is when I see women get excited when they see something they like,” Burch explains. People of all ages shop at Divine Divas, and Burch loves when people come in the store and find their inner diva. “Everyone has a diva in them,” she says.
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Get comfort in your shoes Summer is here, which means it’s time to refresh your wardrobe. Shoe trends for the warmer seasons include bright colors, nudes, fringes and ruffles. And with heels and wedges getting even higher, some women may wonder what the future holds. Many women struggle with finding a balance between fashion and comfort. That’s why Stacy London, style expert and host of TLC’s “What Not To Wear,” is helping Dr. Scholl’s For Her show women across America that they can have both. London offers the following tips to help women look and feel their best. • Love your heels: Stylish heels add a touch of glamour to any outfit and even make your legs appear longer. Since they can sometimes hurt use an insole for comfort. • More cushion please: When standing for a long time it’s important to give your feet some extra TLC. The balls of your feet feel the most pressure so add cushioning to the area. • Practice makes perfect: If you’re wearing new shoes, give yourself time to break them in. • Go for flats: If heels aren’t your thing, wear a pair of flats. For a sophisticated look, choose styles with a rounded point or a pointy toe. – ARA
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A mom is always walking a fine line between trying to provide her family with everything they need, while at the same time balancing a budget and saving money for the unexpected surprises life can throw at her. Yes, life can get busy with running errands, shuttling children and taking care of the household chores. Here are some tips that you can use as a smart mom to save time and money. 1. Go on a treasure hunt at garage sales and estate auctions with your children. This is a great opportunity if you are redecorating a room or looking to replace household items. Create a “scavenger hunt” list of what you wish for, and scour the sales, looking for the best deals. If you save money on curtains, home accessories, furniture or toys, everyone wins. 2. As a busy mom with three girls, Anna Teoli found shopping online was the easiest way for her to save time. “I always looked for the best deals, and for some reason, I always felt that if I searched more, I would find an even better deal,” Teoli says. “One day it just hit me, why not gather all that information myself and let everyone know – all the best bargains and deals, online coupon
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codes, in-store coupons and all the ways to save more money.” Teoli started the MommySavesBig blog in 2007 and now MommySavesBig.com has all the coupon codes, deals and in-store coupons for popular stores a mom needs to keep her budget and family happy at the same time. 3. Before shopping at a favorite store online, join the company’s newsletter. Not only will the company give you the latest product and services information, but within 48 hours they usually will e-mail you a coupon. 4. Compare prices with a little research. This is important when you are shopping for more expensive items. Use the Internet to research the products available, compare prices for the product you want at different stores, and also search for available discounts or coupons. Don’t be in a hurry to buy, because you will always save money by doing your homework. 5. Ask for discounts. Some stores accept printable coupons. Other stores accept expired coupons or competitor coupons. It doesn’t hurt to ask if you can get a discount, and there is nothing wrong with trying to save money, especially in these hard times. Moms work long hours and are always trying to make ends meet, Teoli says.
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From the first day she applies new lipstick or inaugurates a new bottle of facial cleanser, every American woman is headed toward the same dilemma. Many of us are unsure when beauty products expire – or even if they do at all. Consequently, we may wind up holding on to partial bottles and remnants of products because we’re not sure of their usefulness. Cleaning out old beauty products can be emotionally cathartic, and spare you from using expired items that may potentially irritate your skin or that just don’t work anymore. Plus, tossing the old opens up opportunities for discovering great new cosmetics, beauty items and skin care products. Here’s some advice to get you started. Cosmetics Because cosmetic products are used on some germladen areas of our bodies, like around the eyes, nose and mouth, they can breed bacteria. The usable life of some common cosmetics are: • Mascara and liquid eyeliner – three months • Cream eye shadows – three to four months • Powder shadows – six months if you don’t reuse the applicator; three to four when reusing applicators • Liquid, cream or powder foundation – one year if regularly applied with a new sponge or puff; six months if applied with fingertips.
• Cream and gel blush – six months. Powder blushes – about a year Skin Care Products Skin care products can also be susceptible to bacteria, so if you don’t finish a product within a few months, keep an eye on how long you’ve had it. Discard products like moisturizers, concealers and toners that contain skin nutrients like vitamin C or alpha hydroxy acids after they’ve been open for 12 months. Shaving Products Depending on how often you shave, a razor should last a couple of weeks or a little longer. A good rule of thumb is to discard disposable razors when the moisture strip on top wears off. If a blade is visibly rusty, toss it immediately. To avoid rust problems, don’t leave your razor in the shower.
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Keep your hair looking good, even in the summer By Summer Stair Longmont Times-Call
Sometimes getting hair to shine and look voluptuous in the hot, dry Colorado weather can be a challenge. This especially rings true during the summer months when we may find ourselves outdoors more often leaving our hair exposed to the elements and swimming in chlorinated pools. Courtney Michelle, owner of CocoMichelle Salon and Spa in Longmont, says with the adjustment of a couple of additions to daily routines and a little planning anyone can keep their hair looking good in the summer. Condition and Keep Natural Oils Michelle says not only exposure to the sun and daily styling hurts hair follicles, but people often get more highlights in the summer adding extra chemicals to their hair. To keep hair from not getting dry and getting split ends, she recommends investing in a good conditioner and not shampooing daily. “I recommend not washing your hair every day, because natural oils that come out of our skin are the best moisturizer for our hair,” she says. Shampoos are made to lift dirt and remove oil, she says, so washing every other day or every third day is recommended. Rinsing off your hair and applying a conditioner on a daily basis is OK, but since hair is like a sponge make sure and squeeze the water our of the hair before applying the conditioner. “You want it to be clean, but keep the oils. Refresh it and make it look good,” Michelle says. Aside from a good daily conditioner, apply a deep conditioner or moisturizer once or twice a week. Avoid Green Hair Anyone who has blonde hair can tell you about the greening effect chlorine in swimming pools has on the hair. Chlorine can also strip other hair colors, making them appear dull. To avoid such problems, apply a light, spray-in conditioner or a leave-in conditioner before going swimming. Since the hair is like a sponge, wetting it and applying a conditioner will eliminate the chlorine from getting into the hair follicles. SPF Your Hair Yep that’s right, put sunscreen in your hair and protect it. There are several specially made spray-on sunscreens that are made for hair, Michelle says. These sunscreens will help
protect the hair from the heat helping it not dry out or lose color, as well as protect the scalp from getting burned. Apply the sunscreen after you have styled your hair. Michelle says it will not weight it down or mess it up. Turn Down the Heat Styling your hair with a flat or curling iron and blow drying it on a daily basis is bound to have an effect throughout time. Minimize split ends and dry hair by applying a thermal protectant spray, a leave-in conditioner or silkening spray before blow drying, flattening or curling hair. Often protectant sprays actually help curl and flatten hair, as well as hold the style, Michelle says. She also recommends turning down the heat on the iron. Hair can burn at 500 degrees, she says. It is better to turn down the heat, take smaller sections and a little longer to help preserve and protect hair. Treat Your Hair to a Healthy Diet While a well-rounded diet is good for you in general, it is also healthy for your hair. Since the hair is an appendage of the skin, treat it like you would want your skin to look. Michelle recommends a diet that includes protein and supplements with essential fatty acids, such as primrose oil, fish oil and flax oil. It is also important to make sure you take in enough Vitamin D and stay hydrated. While these practices are good in the summer, they should be practiced year-round, Michelle says. Since Colorado is dry, a good diet that includes these elements is important for hair, skin and nail health.
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Modern moms switching back to cloth diapers Article Resource Association
Allie Schellhammer admits that she is changed for the better. When Schellhammer was pregnant, there was no doubt in her mind that she would use disposable diapers for her baby, Catherine, who is now 16 months old. Cloth diapers were a distant thought in this mom-to-be’s mind. “I grew up hearing stories about cloth diapers. We all thought they were pretty icky,” Schellhammer says. “I even talked about my diapering options with my doula, but I was set about using disposables.” For the first few months of Catherine’s life, Schellhammer used disposable diapers. But shortly thereafter, her perspective changed when her daughter began getting frequent and painful diaper rashes. Schellhammer says she felt so helpless and that’s when she knew it was time to re-investigate cloth diapers.
“I spent a lot of time researching and talking to cloth diapering pros. I fell in love with the idea that cloth could not only help lessen the severity of my daughter’s diaper rash, but also that I could save money and save the planet from one more unnecessary disposable,” Schellhammer admits. Today, Schellhammer says she has been a loyal cloth diaper user for more than a year. Kelly Wels, the owner of KellysCloset.com, a large online cloth diapering boutique that offers modern brands with cute names like FuzziBunz, bumGenius, Smartipants and Rumparooz, is a reformed cloth diaper user too. Why isn’t cloth diapering more mainstream? Wels says that many new moms aren’t properly educated about how easy cloth diapering can be, as even saying the word “cloth diapers” to a new mom conjures up images of work, laundry and stinky poop.
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For many, a new wardrobe, with closets stocked with the fruits of sales is gratifying. But with the economy struggling, many people are forgoing the new duds this year. In fact, a survey conducted by Cotton Inc. found that 45 percent of people held back on buying clothing this year. Still, there are ways to refresh your wardrobe without breaking the bank. A thrifty, environmentally conscious and fun new trend may provide the perfect answer. It’s called clothing swap, and thousands of people are finding that it offers the perfect way for them to refresh their wardrobe. Rather than shop at a store, they shop in other people’s closets.
Step 2 – Prepare for your Party You can create a successful swap by designating different areas of your home for different articles of clothing or arrange them based on size. Set up different tables clearly labeled with sizes or type of clothing to encourage your guests to help you “organize” when they arrive.
Step 1 – Get the Word Out Clean out your closets and get the word out about your clothing swap house party sooner rather than later. This gives your guests ample time to clean out their closets and find items to contribute to the swap. Inform your guests that all items that aren’t swapped at the party will be donated
Step 3 – Serve up Some Tasty Treats Light appetizers such as cheese and crackers, fruit, veggies and dip are great. Or, invite your guests to bring their own dishes and create a potluck event. Step 4 – Help a Local Charity If there are remaining clothes and accessories that have not been swapped, contact a local charity that accepts clothing donations. Step 5 – Feel Great Enjoy new-to-you items and relish the fact that you’re being kind to your wallet, your closet, your community and the environment.
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