I was compensated by Med-IQ through an educational grant from Novo Nordisk, Inc. to write about the realities of obesity as a chronic disease. All opinions are my own. If you’re like me and have found yourself working to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle, you’ve probably also wondered do weight loss clinics work. About two years ago, before my mother passed away, I decided

Dead of summer, in the middle of a heat wave, sounds like the perfect time to go for ice cream at one of the best ice cream spots in Frederick! Hands down, I’m giving the crown to 4 the Love of Sweets. This local treat shop and café boasts a signature concoction that friends have traveled far and wide to enjoy: the cupcake topped milkshake.

Maryland’s Governor Hogan declared July 18 – 26 Maryland Buy Local Week encouraging Marylanders to shop local. In order to support Maryland producers, farmers, watermen, and others who produce fresh food for our state and our nation, Marylanders are encouraged to take the Buy Local Challenge to incorporate a Maryland grown, produced, or harvested food product in their meals each day. In Frederick County, we

I’m not sure what exactly has contributed to the rise of the home-based chefs and bakers (let’s blame the Internet), but I am 100% here for it. Lots of time at home trolling Facebook groups for new things to eat led me to the recent discovery of Cinnamommy, a Frederick, Maryland home based cinnamon roll baker who makes some of the most delectable cinnamon buns

Summer 2020 has provided many American families a much needed break from the stress and uncertainty of distance learning situations thrust upon us by the public health crisis caused by the Coronavirus global pandemic. Many of us are hoping that there is a safe way to return our children to traditional schooling models when the doors are scheduled to open this fall, but as school

I’ve never been great at stockpiling food for emergencies. I feel like food waste is always more prevalent when I do so I generally have avoided the practice. Now that we are living in the time of Coronavirus, a situation that is forcing quarantines and social distancing, all of us have had to get better about food storage and stockpiling. For me, that includes finding

Finding a creative way to celebrate the release of my first book, 50 Things to Do in Baby’s First Year, was on my radar from day one. I’m not one to toot my own horn and I’ve never thrown my own party before, but I feel like writing a book and getting it published is a significant accomplishment that deserves a little celebration. So, what

Dessert tables are popular and can be seen everywhere from first birthday parties to wedding receptions. They’re a creative way to display desserts and dress up the look of the party. And, there are countless dessert table ideas out there that can be made to match the theme of your event in a fun and interesting way. I recently hosted a book signing and launch

*This holiday home safety blog post is sponsored by ACI. I have received compensation from the brand for creating it. All opinions are my own.* The holidays are upon us and, for many, that means our homes will be filled with guests. You’ll be in charge of menus, cleaning, gift giving and more as you try to ensure your guests have all of the comforts