Stay Active All Winter
Mid-winter is a hard time to stay motivated to be active. It is cold, it gets dark early, and many people are trying to settle into a routine after a busy December. Even if it is hard to get outside,…
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Healthy Habits for the New Year
Happy New Year! As we welcome 2024, there are many opportunities to reflect on the past year and prepare for the new year. Whether you always set a New Year’s resolution or never do, there is no doubt that there…
Healthy Holiday Habits
Hey families! Welcome back to Broc’s Blog! As winter is fast approaching, are you prepared for the hustle and bustle of the holidays? I am here to guide you through the twists and turns of some healthy holiday habits. Hand…
Celebrating on a Budget
December can be a magical time of year in New England. Twinkling lights are everywhere, families and friends express love and gratitude for each other, and warm cozy meals are set for the dinner table. Fortunately, all of this magic…
Keep Active this November
It seems like everyone was just trying to think about what to do with all the summertime tomatoes and zucchini. Now? It’s all about using apples and squash. While picking apples is fun, it is not always the easiest activity.…
Cooking with Fall Harvest
Fall is in full swing in Massachusetts. In New England, we have access to many amazing seasonal fruits and vegetables throughout this chilly season. As cucumbers, tomatoes, and berries fade out, squash, apples, and other delicious food arrives. Although apple…
Celebrating Culture in October
There is a crispness in the air in October. Amidst the weather change, there is also a lot to celebrate. Between September 15 through October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Throughout this month, many Latin American countries celebrate their…
Healthy Snacks for Back-to-School
It is officially time to head back to school! You may have a kindergartener headed to the classroom for the first time or a middle schooler jumping back into the school year routine. No matter what, food during the school…
And it’s August
One of the great things about living in Massachusetts is that we get to experience all four seasons. August, especially, can feel bittersweet. Even while we’re trying to stay cool, we know, in a short time, we’ll be looking for…
Making Physical Activity Fun
School is out and as parents, we will be looking for ways to overcome the inevitable “Summer boredom” heard from our children over the next few months. Well, have we got a fix for you! This Summer, step up your…