Summer is finally upon us and with it comes a wave of hot weather, clear skies, and of course, bright, sunny days! And while most of us will use this as an excuse to spend our days at the beach or hosting barbecues, it’s important we stay mindful of the ways in which we expose our skin to the sun.

Regardless of whether you ‘re intentionally trying to sunbathe or not, tanning comes with many high-level health risks, which is why it’s essential to be cautious when spending time outdoors. Even if it’s only for a few minutes, ultraviolet (UV) rays are powerful enough to penetrate the skin and cause harm to your overall well-being. From developing signs of premature aging to heightening your risk of skin cancer, it’s no wonder why UV Awareness Month kickoffs at the start of July.

So, before you skip the sunscreen and layout in the blistering heat this summer, make sure to spend some time getting the skinny on sun exposure. If you’re unsure of where to begin, look no further. Here are four common tanning myths debunked: Read more

As a parent, it can feel impossible to get the quality of sleep you need. Whether you’re running around with toddlers or up all night with a newborn, finding the time to relax is difficult. However, there are several sleep hacks for parents that can help you achieve the quality of sleep you deserve.

One of these hacks is practicing gratitude. Grateful thinking has many benefits, including better sleep. If you are someone who lies awake at night going over your laundry list of to-dos the next day, consider practicing gratitude before you go to bed. One great way to do this is by keeping a gratitude journal. One study found that those who kept a gratitude journal slept an average of 30 mins longer and had more energy the next day.  Read more

A global pandemic has created a real change in the way that we live our lives. This can be an especially big change for parents, in particular. Schools are closed – in many cases for the remainder of the school year – and parents are left figuring out what to do with kids that would have been otherwise preoccupied.

So, what is a parent to do? How can they keep calm when there is a bit more chaos around the house than there used to be? Here are 8 tips that can make things a little bit smoother. Read more

If you’re looking to reduce your family’s waste and increase their appreciation for the outside world, composting is a great at-home project to start. Composting at home is also fully customizable to fit your needs and space constraints, whether you set up a pile in the backyard or a bin in the kitchen.

The benefits of composting are plentiful. Almost 25% of solid waste from U.S. households come from the kitchen. Rather than tossing away this excess waste composting allows you to transform it into healthy soil feeder for your yard and plants. 

To learn more about what materials to compost and how to set up a compost pile keep reading!  Read more

Has it been difficult to find the silver lining in life’s challenges lately? If you’re like many families who feel like 2020 has been a roller coaster of emotions, we’re here to tell you that you’re not alone. But what to do to combat summertime blues? Why not try an activity that provokes generosity and kindness!  Read more

Given the unfortunate reality that many people have been laid off due to the COVID-19 crisis, ResumeNow has put together a comprehensive list of free courses that can help individuals bolster their resumes and stand out as job applicants.

If you’re not looking for work or to enhance your resume at this time, these courses are also a great way to expand your knowledge base. If you are currently working from home, you may have more time to dedicate to learning. If you’ve wanted to deepen your knowledge in a particular area or learn something new entirely, now may be a great time to do just that. Read more