Bright Families

Is it Adrenal Fatigue? No matter what call it, we all hit the wall sometimes. If you’ve been drawing on your resources for months or years, it time to rebuild, and it will take time! You need to give your body the signals that the crisis is over, and the resources to put back wheats taken out. Sleeping more can, paradoxically, cause you to feel more tired than when you were going full tilt. But re...

A legacy most importantly is an idea, story of who you are in the context of family, culture, faith etc,…and thus who your children can become as a result of your investment of time and energy. Just as we know that living in a house with stability and affection sets children up for success, living house with reasonable food choices and habits saves them years of figuring things out the hard way We...

Are people not hearing what you say? Are you feeling frustrated trying to communicate and get an answer? Listen to this

“I just want to get in a consistent routine “ “It’s so hard to be consistent “ I hear this in every nutrition consultation. And it’s true. It’s hard to be consistent. AND it doesn’t matter nearly as much as we think it does. Long term, when you’re in your 60s and trying your maintain mobility and strength, there’s a greater case for consistency in exercise and nutrition. And you may also have more...

An overview of all the little things and big things to keep in mind, so you can enjoy this time as much as possible and recover well!

It’s ok if you don’t like the word “hot”, just listen for a compilation of all the key tips. It’s not about exercising more and eating less - looking good starts further back with boundaries, setting aside time for sleep and rest, and other ways that you resist the nonstop.

A look at the topics and types of meetings we have in Moms Health Club - from short classes on Autoimmunity, Thyroid, Fertility, and Energy, to general information about children's health and open discussions where moms share their best tips and resources. We also have guest speakers on a variety of topics interesting to moms, such as emotions and food, pornography and managing temptation, setting...

Strategies and a list of supplements to send with your kid heading off to college, with brand recommendations and how to we use them.

A 9-minute overview of key strategies, with recommendations for supplements and food. Reach out with questions and subscribe!

If you drag yourself out of bed in the morning and finally get a lift at 4 pm, this episode is for you! Quick and simple tactics for reducing that high cortisol feeling and getting back to a regular rhythm of high (at the right level) in the morning, and lower as the day goes on. 

A quick overview of test prep tips and strategies for the SAT, ACT, and CLT.

So many people with “normal” hemoglobin are actually low in iron. Think twice if you’re not feeling great throughout the day.

Why do college girls have irregular cycles? 1) The Dorm Effect, and 2) Different food and activity habits between college and home. This is a quick take on how those two factors play out to make cycles more regular either at home or at school. As always, reach out with questions!

You might be just as uncomfortable as your daughter with starting this conversation. Here are some quick tips for overcoming your ambivalence and delivering the right amount of information.

What do you do when your husband wants to have soda, chips, ice cream, and candy in the house all the time? Here is a long-term perspective to consider, as you diplomatically negotiate and calmly hold your lines on food in your home, and arrive at habits that work for everyone. If you'd like encouragement and support as you get your family's food on track, join us this summer for the Family Food R...

Has your child been struggling with weight? Are you worried about his health, social life, or future opportunities? Does your daughter hate shopping or dressing up? Here are some things to keep in mind for yourself, and ways to start communicating about this touchy issue.  

Leia Dingott shares why parents need a will, what happens if there isn't a will, and several scenarios that hadn't occurred to me - for instance, that a will can be handwritten to add legal weight, why you should name at least 3 options for who can care for your children, and different options for inheritance and trusts. Her website is Dingottlaw.com

Moms Club zoom call about Immune Boosters for the family, with good ideas from several experienced moms. Here's a link to the Amazon Idea List I'm referring to: http://a.co/6pBWkU5

Rhonda of Catholicsfreeforlife answers questions about how we can prepare for the conversations we need to have with our teens, and approach them with peace and clarity. If you'd like to reach out for a free consultation, Rhonda can be reached at coachingwithrhonda.as.me 

Sara and Jen talk about social situations we've counseled kids through, how Sara reaches out to her kids with different communication styles, and what she tells them about different types of family styles, gift buying, visiting neighbors, and awkward moments with friends. Lots of wisdom - Sara has so many great ideas!

It happens to the best of us.... and here are a few simple ways to get it back.

3 levers to pull with no time, and 3 more to pull if you have a bit of time but not much energy or motivation. Don't over-complicate it! Do the easy, high-impact things first.

How do you approach this complex topic from a nutritional and personal perspective, so your teen will hear you and get the help he or she needs?

Denise Jelinek helps women notice and change their mindset around food and eating, and to see when they are trying to solve non-food problems with food, instead of turning to God and letting their emotions run a natural course. Denise runs both group and private coaching programs to teach women to stop emotional eating. Her website is Turn to God not Food