Remember when you were a kid, how carefree you were, and perhaps your only worries were whether you’d make the team for a game of kickball, baseball or whatever game […]

Just because you’re not a kid anymore doesn’t mean all fun and play should go out the window. Adding play–physical and mental–into your day will relieve stress, improve brain function, […]

“Wherever you go, there you are.”– Confucious For many Moms, going back to the gym after having a baby can be a lot like going back to work.  Will I […]

The other day, I was getting ready for my son’s first play date.  You would have thought I was hosting a wedding.  I cleaned the house like I’ve never cleaned […]

Wisdom Comes with Winters –Oscar Wilde The first time I came across this quote was in high school.  It was the topic of a college entrance essay to which I […]

My name is Andrew (A.J.) Schreier and I have recently passed twelve years working at West Brookfield of Elite Sports Clubs as well as working over eight years now as […]

“I’M UP”! I haven’t used an alarm clock in 4 years and 310 days.  I no longer need one because my four- year-old daughter makes certain that I rise between […]

Many children have a wonderful time taking a break in the day with their school lunches. Some families prefer a hot lunch, some prefer cold lunch, and some do a combination […]

Multiple studies show a positive correlation between parental body image and diet, and those of their children. One of the main influences of either a healthy—or unhealthy—lifestyle are parents. Children are masters […]

Now that we’re more than a month into the school year, you may be having a hard time finding time to spend together as a family, let alone get in a […]