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At what age do people tell themselves they are...
When we moved to Indy from Alabama in 2022, the locals warned us about winters here. We were optimistic because we love snow and wanted to experience the Midwest seasons in all their glory. And it was magical—my husband...
When my daughter was about a year old, she started having these... episodes. They were eerily similar to a night terror, except she didn't seem conscious. Her eyes were opened, yet unfocused. She couldn't stand or hold her arm...
I came across a video the other day of a toddler eating breakfast, examining his food, and sitting calmly in his highchair. Suddenly, his mom entered the kitchen and started dancing, hitting cooking utensils together like musical instruments and...
Breastfeeding education for new parents is improving, but often leaves out parents whose babies are facing medical challenges. Breastfeeding and lactation can be difficult in the best circumstances, and adding your baby’s medical needs to the picture adds a...
My best friend of over twenty years and I recently had a girl's weekend - full of a hotel stay, dinners out, hikes, and shopping! I needed to go to the West Coast for work, so I went the...
January 2023 was the beginning of my sober curious journey. We were fresh off the holidays, and I felt exhausted, bloated, fatigued, and, quite frankly, just down. I know many people experience that crash after the hustle and bustle...
Riley Children's Health is celebrating their centennial anniversary in 2024 – that's 100 years of taking care of children and families throughout the state of Indiana! Because of this momentous achievement, we are bringing you 10 facts about Riley...
I recently diagnosed myself with overtraining syndrome. This condition happens when you work out too hard and too often without giving yourself enough time to recover. The only remedy is rest, which, as a mom, is wildly challenging.
This syndrome...
While it’s absolutely important to live each day and not obsess about the future, it is also valuable to plan for and consider life changes such as retirement, especially in terms of finances and stability. Planning for retirement is...
This blog post discusses topics related to suicide, which may be distressing for some readers. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support. You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or...
As parents and constant caregivers to our loved ones, it is easy for our own health to fall by the wayside. But at Indianapolis Moms, we are here to tell you to make yourself a priority! We recommend scheduling...
When my brand-new doctor told me approximately 15 minutes after meeting him that he thought I had a congenital heart defect, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, I broke down in tears.
“Did I scare you?” he asked, young and nervously. “This is fixable....
Ah, back-to-school season. It is the time of year when the air is filled with the newest virus, ample social media posts with what your kid wants to be when they grow up, and taking out a loan to...
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14 Date Night Ideas in Indianapolis for Valentine’s Day
Did you score a babysitter for Valentine's Day and are looking for something to do to celebrate? Here are fourteen things you should check...
