Fruit Juice Ice Cubes For A Hot Summer Day #mamavation

The summer is not over yet and your child can still enjoy a cool drink on a hot day.  As a mother, I have many concerns of high sugar summer treats that my kids enjoy such as ice cream, popsicles and frozen juice drinks.  Don't get me wrong, I think having these in moderation is a good idea but convincing my children to drink a cool glass of water instead of pop can be daunting.  That is why I came up with the idea of making fancy juice ice cubes that they can put in their water.  This is a great way to get them to drink water by adding a little flavour of juice as well as the fun shapes of the ice.  The best part is that your children can make these along with you.

I purchased these ice cube trays from Amazon.com as well as many other varieties such as dolphins, berries and banana.  This is such a cool idea to cool off your child while they enjoy the hot summer weather (remember...there is still a while until school starts, so enjoy!)

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Friday Family Activity: Trampoline Time

My daughters on the trampoline

There are many reasons why I choose to live a healthful and active lifestyle.  One of those reasons is to be a role-model for my children in performing physical activity in my everyday life.  I also feel that doing activity that is fun and promotes fitness with your children, is a great way to spend some quality time as well as get in some exercise for yourself.
One of our favourite activities is jumping on the trampoline.  It is such as great workout and I find myself catching my breath at times.  It is a form of Rebounding, a trampoline type exercise that has proven many health benefits such as increase lymphatic flow, reduce osteoporosis and enhances weight management.  Not only this, but trampolining is so much fun to do!! In terms of fitness, it can increase core stability and leg strength.  My children enjoy the feeling of jumping in air.  We play games such as Ring Around The Rosie or London Bridges that can get pretty exhausting after doing it over and over again.  Give it a try, today!

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