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This blog post is sponsored by New! One A Day® with Nature’s Medley™. I received product/compensation from OAD to write this post, all opinions are my own.
As parents, we wear many hats. We are boo-boo kissers, bad dream slayers, bully protectors, best friends and strict rule makers. The most important job we have is to set the best example for our kids that we can. We can’t just tell them what to do, we need to show them right from wrong. In our house, that means showing them that we all need to eat healthy, take our multivitamins and exercise as often as we can. Here are the 5 ways we stay healthy, as a family.
1. EAT HEALTHY
Since our kids were babies, we’ve always fed them fruits and veggies. You name it, my kids love it. Their favorite side dish is broccoli, believe it or not. Most days, they would rather eat a salad than sugary snacks. At the grocery store, they often ask for pomegranates seeds and strawberries. We never really made a big deal out of the healthy foods, we just gave it to them. They got used to eating them and now, they love them. And while they are great eaters, it’s so important for us to make sure they are getting their daily allowance of fruits and vegetables, which can be hard sometimes.
2. TAKE VITAMINS
While we eat as healthy as we can, we know that somedays we just can’t get in all of the nutrients our bodies need, or, we just feel like eating donuts (who doesn’t love a good donut?). Our family takes One a Day with Nature’s Medley, a new line of multivitamins, now available at Walmart stores nationwide. They are available in Men’s, Women’s and Kids, so we can all take them together. It’s the only complete multivitamin with natural antioxidants from one total USDA serving size of fruits and vegetables. So the good news is, if you or your kids aren’t veggie and fruit lovers or don’t get the amount of servings you should, One a Day with Nature’s Medley can help fill the gaps for the key nutrients you need. Plus, they are gummies which are way more fun and tasty, without the artificial flavors and sweeteners and they are just as yummy!
3. RIDE BICYCLES
At least 3 times a week, we ride around our neighborhood, as a family. When the weather permits, we pick up the girls at their bus stop, on our bikes. Not only are we saving gas (and the planet) but we are getting that necessary exercise in. The girls love to ride. They don’t think of it as work, but more as play. We’ll often make it a race to see who can get around the neighborhood first or who can ride the longest. It’s a great leg workout, will help you increase your Vitamin D levels and it can make you feel like a kid again. Another plus is getting away from the technology that we tend to live in front of these days.
4. DANCE PARTIES
Since our girls were little, they’ve always loved dance. Our oldest two were competitive dancers for years. It’s something that brings a smile to our face and we love to incorporate it into our daily routine by having a little family dance party. If we’re cleaning, we turn up the music and dance as we wipe, sweep and mop. It makes chores more fun and gets our endorphins flowing. What we love about dance the most is that it’s fun. We are moving, shaking and making up goofy dance moves and we tend to forget that we are actually exercising. We always feel better after we’ve danced. It lifts our mood and gives us a push to continue on with our day.
5. YOGA + MEDITATION
10 minutes of silence is rare when you’re a parent. So, when my middle daughter asked if we could meditate and do yoga together, I jumped at the chance. As often as we can, we roll out the yoga mat and get our meditation on. Of course, our balance isn’t half as good as the girls so there is always a little laughter going on, but it’s a great opportunity for us to relax our minds. You will find that our 5-year-old takes it very seriously. The more I learn about meditation, the more I love it. It’s great for strengthening your focus and relieving stress and it’s not just great for adults. Kids can benefit from it as well.
How do you and your family stay healthy? Do you take a multivitamin? Comment down below and let us know!
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Kitty
August 8, 2018These are some great tips… we as a family try to keep up with some of these healthy habits… my parents use this brand for vitamins since I introduced to them last year ???
Jona Shares
August 6, 2018Indeed such awesome tips to stay healthy as a a family. I am married but no children yet but I guess I need to save this for future reference then.
Saidah
August 6, 2018I’m so glad there are adult gummy vitamins. I take mine and also do every else on your list of tips.
Romina Tibytt
August 6, 2018Vitamins are so important! When my kids were younger I always gave them, and they loved them. So it was an easy way to keep them healthy and strong
Fibi Drese
August 6, 2018Eat health is always no.1 for me~thats why I always plant veggie on my little farm:)
David Elliott
August 5, 2018All of those are great. Although I really couldn’t do the vitamin one. I hated it as a child. And as long as you are eating healthy it’s the most important thing.
Christina
August 5, 2018Vitamins are so important! I need to start incorporating them into my life more.
Bibi on Board
August 5, 2018Thank you for your tips 🙂 I believe in broccoli – my two years old Daughter also likes it much 😉 Nutrition is a very important thing, especially for little ones as long as it determines their future lifestyle. I never gave any sweet or junk food to her (sometimes I give her home made apple- or cheesecake). Sounds obvious, but not for everyone. I met already many parents and grandparents very shocked with my decisions and one of them was even trying to give chips to my Baby… Fortunately, she couldn’t manage.
gigieatscelebrities.com
August 5, 2018Exercise and eating healthfully, those are my two big things – and I have been rubbing off on my husband, hard core 😉
swathi
August 5, 2018Yes keeping family healthy is main thing, I take vitamins but as big tablets I would like to check it out gummies. these are wonderful tips.
Suzanne Melton
August 5, 2018Do these vitamins contain sugar? I’m currently on the hunt for non-sugary vitamins for my little one when he’s old enough. So far, no company I know of makes vitamins without sugar, but if one-a-day does – I’m on board!
LavandaMichelle
August 5, 2018What an amazing post! My oldest daughter likes to do Yoga with me and my younger two will dance their legs off if I give them access to the speaker, I totally encourage this! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Rosey
August 4, 2018Dance parties rock. My daughter, her bff and my granddaughter just had a dance party here (improptu). It was hilarious seeing the little one get up their with the big girls. Good fun, and definitely a fun way to help stay healthy.
Peter
August 4, 2018We love the dance parties here! I love cooking fresh and healthy with lots of fruits and veggies. WR have a vast supply of vitamins for all the kids and they love taking them
kumamonjeng
August 4, 2018Great tips to stay healthy. I like the last picture post in this blog. The little girl who sit on the yoga mat is so cute with such meditation posture 🙂
andrea
August 4, 2018this would be great, I actually had a friend who was asking me for a great option for vitamins for her kiddos and after reading your post, this would be a great idea.
Bunnmies Healthy Choices
August 4, 2018Riding a bike is definitely a great way to get kids active while also having fun. I think I’ll try this vitamins for my kids. Thanks for sharing such an informative post.
Tami
August 4, 2018We honestly aren’t doing any of these. I do realize just how important 1-4 are.
Maritess Mabalot
August 4, 2018You’re so lucky your kids are healthy eater. Mine is very picky. I’m still on the hunt of vitamin she will like to take. Thanks for sharing.
bohemian babushka
August 4, 2018Boy, doesn’t BAbushka wish she could do #5, but the inner Cuban Chatter won’t quiet down long enough! Great suggestions to try on The Grands. Gracias.
Princess Quinn
August 4, 2018Thanks for these tips. Our family loves to eat sweets and protein rich diet. We often overlook being healthy and most of all staying active. I must follow these tips and be aware of the foods I serve.
Kelly
August 4, 2018Vitamins are great, I started taking them recently. I love your family yoga photo. Too cute!
ukwadia matthew
August 4, 2018One great way to stay healthy is by eating healthy and also exercising. This is definitely a great list to stay fit and healthy as a family.
Read importance of cycling here: https://www.healthphreaks.com/2017/09/19/the-many-health-benefits-of-cycling-as-a-form-of-exercise/
Terri Steffes
August 4, 2018I gave Ashley vitamins like this and yes, it kept her healthy! We loved doing dance parties when she was little.
Raina
August 4, 2018Great reminder of easy ways to stay healthy together! I need to introduce my girls to yoga!
Joanna
August 4, 2018Staying healthy is very important. By instilling a healthy lifestyle, you’re also teaching your children some awesome living habits. I have become a big fan of gummy vitamins, and I know my kids love them. They also enjoy yoga and meditation, and I’m thinking about incorporating these into my classroom, this year.
Angela Ricardo Bethea
August 4, 2018I remember when I was younger, my mom would give me vitamins like this one. Riding on bikes seems like a lot of fun.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
August 4, 2018We take the same vitamins. They are great for our family. These are fabulous ways to stay healthy as a family.
Angela Ricardo Bethea
August 4, 2018All of those sounds amazing. Dance parties sound like a great idea to move around and have fun.
Ada
August 4, 2018My parents taught me at a young age how important vitamins are! This is definitely a great way to keep the family on track and healthy!
Stephanie | Adventures in Aussieland
August 3, 2018I’m currently on an all liquid diet because of a health condition so being healthy is becoming increasingly more challenging. I definitely take a multivitamin every day to ensure that I’m getting the proper nutrients. I used to work out at least 5 times a week but now I’m focusing on yoga to help keep my body strong.
Waren Jean
August 3, 2018Awww… you have a lovely family. Your daughters are adorable. Anyways, Vitamins and fruits are yeah very important. I have to remind myself of that everyday.
April Hammond
August 3, 2018My family stays healthy by walking and doing lots of swimming since we live in Florida. We don’t take a multivitamin but I take a couple supplements for conditions I have. My husband and I have been thinking of adding yoga to our routine. Your kids look like they are having a fun time staying healthy!
Jennifer
August 3, 2018This is so cute! I love doing yoga with my boys, I have a bunch of videos of them doing it with me on my IG. Thank you for sharing!
Carol Cassara
August 3, 2018I think it’s so nice to make sure that the whole family develops healthy habits! These are awesome ideas on how to do that! Exercising together is really fun and it makes you motivated and dedicated!
Chubskulit Rose
August 3, 2018We don’t take any vitamins but we try to eat healthy. Riding bicycles is such a great bonding for the whole family.
Theresa Bailey
August 3, 2018I recently did an elimination diet and learned that my body can’t handle soy, gluten, dairy, and certain grains. It has given me the wonderful side effect of losing 45lbs AND feeling amazing. No surprise I eat a lot of fruits, veggies, lean meats, and fish.
Lisa
August 3, 2018These are some awesome tips to keep the family healthy while still having fun. My daughter loves taking her gummies every day and the 1 a Day brand is a favorite.
Patricia-Ann Que
August 3, 2018wow what a well balanced lifestyle! i think involving the kids is amazing, the younger the easier to adapt into a healthy lifestyle
wendy
August 3, 2018We also like to do active things as a family and I love yoga. I need to do it more often.
Serena Hale
August 3, 2018Gummies are so much easier to deal with for all types of reasons. I am glad that they exist now. The picture with your daughter meditating is cute.
Jessica Joachim
August 3, 2018It is so important to get healthy as a family! Dance parties are a favorite in my house too! I will have to check out these vitamins too, I’ve been needing to try a new brand
Melissa Chapman
August 3, 2018I encourage the kids to exercise and eat right but I have never tried these vitamins yet. I will look for them and see if I see any differences in their health.
Amber Myers
August 3, 2018I’ve always liked taking One A Days. I normally take the women’s one, so I’ll have to try these! I like your list! My kids and I love to have dance parties.
Marta Rivera Diaz
August 3, 2018Vitamins have come a long way from those chalky Flinstones’ vitamins I was forced to endure.
Gisele
August 3, 2018We didn’t worry about this when I was young because we didn’t have McDonalds or computers. It is necessary to keep your family healthy. I loved riding my bike as a kid. It’s great exercise.
Tara Pittman
August 3, 2018I love all your ways of staying healthy. Good health is so important for kids to learn about.
Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome
August 3, 2018Riding a bike is such a fun way to keep it healthy both for kids and adults
Mimi
August 3, 2018These are such great ways to keep it healthy in the family, dance parties are the best though 🙂
Glenda Cates
August 3, 2018With school starting soon I have been wanting to get Vitamins for my son so I will look for these the next time I am out shopping and see if my son will try them out. Because I want him to be prepared for school.
Jeanette
August 3, 2018We try to eat healthy but it doesn’t always happen. I do tell my kiddo that he needs to eat fruit every single day. There are days that we let around all day long and other days we don’t do any exercise. I know I need to be a little bit more consistent and I’m hoping that with sports coming up he will get some of that energy out that he needs to.
Alli Smith
August 3, 2018I feel so much better since I started taking vitamins. I love the gummies because they are so convenient to take. I also try to eat healthily and exercise every day. I want to set a good example for my grandkids.