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By Melissa Horowitz, LCSW Children and families are experiencing many changes in their daily lives amidst the COVID-19 pandemic – children are participating in online learning, more family members are home throughout the day, and many are feeling a wide array of...

What CAN You Control? (Adapted from Special Education Teacher, Krystal Deterding) Imagine that you're holding a large rock in your hand. Squeeze it as hard as you can. Try to bend it. Try to roll it between your hands. Are you able to change the rock? Now imagine you...

When spending all our time at home, we need to find ways to stay active inside that kids can enjoy and look forward to. These tips from April Frazier will help with that. Embarking on a fitness journey with your child can come with a spectrum of responses depending on...

"I’m keeping creative, and that’s truly how I keep on keepin’ on. You gotta do, what you gotta do." ~ Long-time EJ Trainer Katrina Phillip View this post on Instagram A post shared by Katrina Phillip (@katrinaphillipdance) on Mar 19, 2020 at 3:54pm...

You’ve likely heard the benefits of home-cooked meals. From less sodium and saturated fat to increased fiber and lower cost, there’s no doubt that cooking at home is better for your family’s health and budget. When dinner times comes around though, and you haven’t...

Being a teen can be a confusing time filled with change, stress, and new responsibilities. Adulthood seems far away, but so does being a child, and the pressure of homework, sports, and peers can be challenging for someone with a lack of life experiences. Sometimes we...

  Creamy Zucchini Soup   During the colder months, it is harder to get children to eat raw veggies + drink enough water. I like to make a lot of soups in the winter, since they keep well in the fridge and are hearty. This soup can be made with other...

This fast and delicious meal can be enjoyed a variety of ways. Enjoy it straight out of the skillet on night one, then freeze leftovers for a future busy night or re-purpose them for taco filling, nacho toppings or burrito stuffing later in the week. This recipe is...

While it may not be January 1st, it's never too late to set some New Year resolutions! We all know it's not the easiest to commit to long-term goals alone, but doing it as a family is a creative way to inspire your child to make some changes in their habits. Plus,...

A parent’s vibe translates to their child. So a great way to stay balanced as a parent and individual is to practice mindfulness daily. Below are a few things to consider if you want to keep your children from absorbing anxiety in or around the home.   Test...

It’s that time of year again! Holiday music and cheer, family gatherings, reunions with friends and loved ones, work parties, and the long list of tasks you would like to accomplish during the holiday season, right before the New Year kicks in. With so much going on,...

One of the first things you learn from martial arts training is DISCIPLINE, RESPECT & SELF-CONTROL. A lot of people see martial arts as just a sport, or something to keep their children busy, but they don't truly understand how life-changing martial arts can be...