JayDee VykoukalCan you name some of the world’s greatest painters? Often, these painters’ masterpieces precede their fame since the paintings are more easily recognizable as part of pop culture or school learning. Think van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” or da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” which were brought to life by these maestros’ outstanding talent and piercing insight….
JayDee VykoukalWhat better way to recognize Women’s History Month – celebrated in March – than to open the cover and discover a woman from the past? Inspiring bio books are the best! This rings true for me as a mom with two girls, that I want to learn to be strong and fierce in the face…
JayDee VykoukalIf you’re pregnant, you’ve probably had a lot of questions about how to prepare for labor. One topic that might come up with your doctor or midwife is how to prepare your perineum for labor to reduce the risk of tearing. Perineal massage is one option for managing your tear risk. This article will cover…
JayDee VykoukalPreparing for the arrival of a baby can be an exciting yet challenging time for expecting parents. With a vast array of baby products on the market, it is often difficult to know what you really need to buy and what you can live without. Curated compiled the most wished-for items on popular baby registries…
JayDee VykoukalThe Cleavers are often referred to as the classic American family—and almost 56 years ago, when “Leave it to Beaver” aired its final episode, they most certainly were. In those days, the all-American family ideal included a working father, stay-at-home mother, and at least two children living in a home they owned and all left on…
JayDee VykoukalSome estimates put the number of pasta shapes at well over 600, each with a different purpose. Long , thin noodles like spaghetti and angel hair go well with smoother and thinner sauces that can spread evenly along the pasta. Chunky sauces work best with short pastas flush with grooves and bends to catch every…