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Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge and written by Dr. Christopher P. Guarisco.  How to Get Your Kids to Exercise with You Sometimes it can be hard to find the motivation to get the family up and moving, but it can be a fun family activity! Drawing inspiration from Father’s Day, June 20, why not turn exercise into bonding time for Dad, you and the kids? For many parents, getting out of the house and being active is a way to get a little “me time.” But in the spirit of Father’s Day, why not try to include the entire family next time you go to the gym, the court or the great outdoors? Benefits of exercise Why is...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge and was written by Dr. Sarah Davis who currently practices at Louisiana Women's Healthcare in Baton Rouge. 7 Ways to Prep Your Daughter for Her First Period Puberty is difficult for everyone. The menstrual cycle can be scary and confusing for girls who haven’t been taught about their periods. Here are a few tips for prepping your daughter for her first period. Bring it up early. Most girls get their first period between 10-15 years old, and the average age is 12. It is a good idea to bring up the topic in natural conversations while she’s around 7 years old. For example, as curious kids tend to do, she may notice...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Baton Rouge General.  Teens and the COVID Vaccine Teens over 16 years old have been able to get the COVID vaccine for weeks now. Their younger siblings and schoolmates, however, had to wait. That wait is now over. The FDA has expanded eligibility for the Pfizer vaccine to anyone over age 12. While many parents have been waiting for this moment to get their kids vaccinated, others are hesitant, scared or just don’t see the need. Here are some of the most common questions from parents about vaccinating their teens. Is the vaccine safe for kids? The Pfizer vaccine is just as safe for kids as it is for adults. Researchers have not seen any evidence...

Disclosure :: This post was written by Savanna Latimer, RD, LDN an Ochsner Eat Fit BR Dietitian and sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge. Healthy Mother’s Day Breakfast Mother’s Day is approaching, which means the little ones may want to bring their favorite person breakfast in bed! However, the last thing you want is a mess in the kitchen and a less desirable breakfast to eat. Instead, try the Eat Fit BR spin on the crowd-pleasing banana pancakes. These cakes are easy to make, packed with whole grains and protein and the perfect way to start Mother’s Day! Banana Protein Pancakes Makes 2 servings 1 ripe medium-large banana 1 large egg 1 cup Kodiak Cakes- Power Cakes Waffle and Flapjack Mix 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Heat...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Ochsner Baton Rouge.  Accepting Your Postpartum Body In today’s social media world, we are bombarded with what others are doing: what diet and exercise routines they are following, how they raise their kids, what jobs they have. This can cause many people to second guess themselves, especially moms, wondering if they should be on the same path as others. There is also a lot of pressure on moms to quickly get back to the way they looked before they had kids. Whether you gave birth yesterday or 15 years ago, your body helped bring life into this world, and that is something to be proud of and celebrated. Here are five tips to embrace your postpartum...