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Lyme Disease Awareness Month

Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Although most of us have never personally been affected by Lyme disease, it is quickly becoming more and more prevalent throughout our country.  Ticks that carry Lyme disease are found in all 50 states & in every country (except Antarctica).  It is time to educate ourselves & others in order...

Hostess Gifts by Julie Blanner

Hostess Gifts by Julie Blanner
Check out these thoughtful ideas for gifts.  Julie Blanner is a crafty event designer & wedding coordinator based in Kansas City.  Her blog frequently posts short & sweet tips that are easy to implement.  If you have a blog you’d love to see highlighted, please comment & let us...

Benefits of Breastfeeding your Newborn

Benefits of Breastfeeding your Newborn
Thinking about a little mouth latching on to your breast with all its might is enough to strike terror in the heart of any mother, but the rewards of breastfeeding far outweigh the initial pain and hassle.  I knew from the moment that I became pregnant that I would breastfeed my daughter, Ella.  I...