My family loves going out to eat. We enjoy trying different foods, not having to cook or clean up, and visiting new restaurants. It might seem easy to just hop in the car and go since we’re past the days of toting a diaper bag around, but we can’t be…

The Importance of Sleep Cannot Be Overstated. We all know how good it feels to wake up refreshed—“bright eyed and bushy tailed” as the saying goes. A full night of quality sleep starts the new day off right— with clarity of mind and purpose and energy to tackle what lies…

Getting older is rough (or should we say, ruff), especially for dogs. Their lives are so short that it seems to accelerate the aging process. As dogs age, their behavior often changes in ways that can feel confusing or even concerning to their families. Just as people experience age-related shifts…

The beginning of the new year is typically when people reassess their health goals and kick their fitness routines into high gear, but I've actually been on quite the wellness journey of my own for the past few months. Some of it has been physical, like paying attention to how…

For three years, one of Health Brigade's dedicated community health workers has served Richmond's Latino community with compassion, connecting families to healthcare and essential resources. One such family faced immense hardship-the mother was caring for three children with special needs, including a daughter with cerebral palsy who was in need…

Prenting can sometimes feel like coaching a championship team with no sleep, no playbook, and an audience that cheers and cries at the same time. I’ve been there. As a dad, educator, and business owner, I’ve learned the science of child development in between diaper changes and the art of…

Winter in Central Virginia can have a mind of its own. One morning you wake up to frozen steps, and the next day you're opening the windows for warm, fresh air. These swings can be inconvenient for anyone, but for many older adults, they introduce real challenges-from staying warm indoors…

There's something about the new year that makes us crave a fresh start. We set goals to eat healthier, move more, or spend more time with the people we love. But here's the truth: your home deserves a resolution, too. When our spaces feel lighter and more organized, our days…

Q. My family always seems to hibernate during the winter, but by February everyone feels stir-crazy and disconnected. Is it really worth bundling up and getting outside during the colder months? How can we make outdoor time feel fun and doable for kids? A. Outside time gets a little harder…

Protein water, protein pretzels, protein coffee, protein cereal—everywhere we turn, protein is promoted as a beneficial addition to people's diets across every stage of life. Rumor has it that protein helps with weight management, builds strong muscles, improves our hair, skin, and nails, and makes foods more filling. But what…

Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice SoupServes 6 Ingredients 1 cup wild rice blend, uncooked1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast5 cloves garlic, minced1 cup yellow onion, chopped3/4 cup celery, chopped3/4 cup carrots, chopped1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried rosemary2 teaspoons sea salt, plus more to taste2 bay leaves6 cups low sodium…

When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to…

Your one-year family membership includes access to a 25-yard, six-lane indoor saltwater pool, a family recreation indoor saltwater pool, a basketball and multipurpose gym, free group exercise classes, free indoor cycling classes, adult locker rooms with sauna, steam, whirlpool, and towel service, youth locker rooms, free babysitting, and more! Enjoy…