Is Dairy Scary?

Is Dairy Scary?

“We are the only animal that drinks another animals milk.”—I remember reading this statement years ago and it has stuck with me since.  We as women produce milk for our young just as most mammals do. As baby mammals grow, they eat other foods, their mothers stop...
S.L.A.M.er of the Month – April

S.L.A.M.er of the Month – April

My name is Melissa Parker and I am a proud slammer with the SLAM DC affiliate. Originally from upstate New York, I moved to the area for a job after graduating college. Shortly after my arrival, I met my husband Matt who was Active Duty Air Force at the time and also...
Virtual SLAM Challenge is Back!

Virtual SLAM Challenge is Back!

Do you miss SLAM in your life? Have you always wanted to try Stroller Strong Moms but don’t live near an affiliate? Have you been waiting for ANOTHER Virtual Get Fit Challenge? Yes? Then join our virtual SLAMdown to SUMMER and get ready to Sweat Like a Mother! We are...
Just Say No to Yo-Yo

Just Say No to Yo-Yo

Gain weight. Lose weight. Gain weight. Lose weight. It’s the yo-yo cycle. I’m not talking about gaining weight due to pregnancy and then losing it. I’m referring to weight fluctuations outside the realm of growing and delivering a baby. Much of the yo-yo weight cycle...