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I call it “Mom Stress,” because it seems inherent to our roles as mothers and household managers to become extra stressed during this time of year. The first key to managing stress is to recognize that it’s there and figure out how to deal with it.

This is scary stuff. According to a study conducted at the University of North Carolina, sleeping too much or too little in middle age is directly related to stroke risk. It seems getting 7 hours of sleep a night is just about perfect with the least likelihood of stroke attached to it. However, the findings [...]

Studies are now showing that using a mantra–a phrase or word that is repeated to calm the mind and ease anxiety–can actually reduce stress levels. This is not just about distraction. It’s about tapping that deeper part of your mind, the subconscious, and helping it get over whatever mental hurdle you’re currently facing. We all [...]

As our lives get more stressful, getting enough sleep can be difficult. However, there are ways to improve the sleep that you do get. Skip the naps: Napping can throw off your sleep schedule. If you are exhausted and need a little shut eye in the afternoon, make sure you only sleep for twenty minutes [...]