Tag: health
Let’s Get Dirty! Tips for a Mud Run
It is no secret that stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can turn out to create some of the most...
An Open Letter in Support of the FASD Respect Act
FASD or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders is a direct result of alcohol exposure to a developing fetus while in utero. These disorders are the...
Tips to Prevent Accidental Overdose in Children
September is National Recovery Month and is aimed at educating on treatment and recovery for those with substance use disorder. This September, a significant...
Why I Tell Others I Have PCOS
Looking back, I’m still shocked that I didn’t get diagnosed with PCOS until I was 28. Many of the signs were there in plain...
Breaking the Norm: Embracing the No-Shave Lifestyle
I can still remember the first time I slathered my skin in shaving cream and used a razor to remove hair from my body....
We Don’t Do Dessert at Our House
“Finish your dinner, and then you can have dessert.”
“Two more bites, and then you can eat a cookie.”
“No, I noticed you didn’t clean your...
Shining a Light on Spinal Muscular Atrophy
I ring the doorbell, and a young boy, wearing a football helmet, comes cruising to the door. He says hello and then speeds off...
Take Care of Yourself This Summer
Summer is here! All school year, we look forward to this season: the warm weather, relaxed routines, vacations, and time with family. As a...
Babymoon or Bust: Unexpected Lessons from Injury
This labor and recovery were going to be different and well-planned. The second baby, we got this!
I found a doula. We signed up for...
How To Be Heart Healthy with Riley Children’s Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in adults, and the factors that cause heart disease can start during childhood. To prevent heart...
Homemade Cleaning Products You Need To Try
As a certified "scrunchy" mom, there is no shortage of homemade and nontoxic items in my home. While you won't find any room fresheners...
Mom’s Day Out
What would you do if you had a day off to do whatever you want? Moms often fantasize about what they would do if...
Looking for a Therapist for Your Kid? Yep, So Is Everyone...
Today I got on the phone and made a list of five parents to call back and tell them I don't have availability to...
Pierced Ears for a Five-Year-Old? I Kind of Wish We Waited
My daughter had talked about getting her ears pierced for a while, and we discussed what to expect. When she turned five, we felt...