I like to work. There I said it. I am a working mom, and I like it. But…I have a lot of jobs. I have always had a full-time nonprofit job because I believe in doing mission-focused work if...
Before you read, I want to make something clear. I do not discourage any new mother from breastfeeding. If you are able, have the energy to do it, and excel at it, I applaud you. This post is simply...
It starts from the first few days we enter this world. How big is he/she? What percentile?
And it continues.
What milestones have they hit? Can they walk yet? Are they babbling/signing/talking?
And it continues.
Where did you get your shirt? What car...
As many of us enter the new year with a resolution to eat healthier, you may have a friend or two who are taking on a round of Whole30 at the beginning of the year. Whole30 is a program...
I have a confession.
I hate my body.
Summer has arrived and we have cycled back through another wave of sticky heat, and I dread the clothing options that come with it. I have found myself looking at cute tanks online,...
I was finally on the last episode of the last season of Schitt’s Creek. I debated on if I should watch it or wait till the next night. It was 1:38 am after all and I had already hand-picked...
I remember it clear as day. I sat in an uncomfortable chair with shaking hands over my crossed legs. My right foot nervously tapped up and down. My heart was pounding as I held my jaw tight, unknowing what...
Choosing an OB/GYN is a very personal matter, because you want to find someone who is experienced that you can trust with your care. IU Health West Hospital, located in Avon, has a team of highly skilled, experienced doctors...
You're welcome to roll your eyes and grumble when I tell you how I first became suspicious of the fact that I have ADHD. It started with TikTok (I see those eyes rolling up to the heavens, but hear...
My husband and I love being outdoors. This made it an easy decision to do everything in our power to get our kids to love being outside with us. Fortunately, our children, ages three and six, love to move...
As a pediatrician, I know many everyday items' dangers for small children. As a parent, I know it's impossible to prevent every accident. Kids are curious, fast, and inventive. This list is not exhaustive but is a good place...
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. I'll be honest: outside of making my kids wear a helmet, I never really had a lot of "awareness" in regards to Brain Injury or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI.) Most of what I...
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” -- Anonymous
I recently read a article about seeing our children not...
To the powers-that-be at the Centers for Disease Control,
I am sure you had good intentions when you issued a new recommendation that women of childbearing age should completely avoid alcohol unless they are on birth control. Fetal alcohol syndrome...
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See Circle City: Indianapolis Farmers’ Market Roundup
Spring has sprung! We can all finally come out of hibernation and enjoy the warmer temperatures and outdoor activities, including visiting an Indianapolis farmers’...
