I didn’t think when I brought my toddler to the emergency room for the first time that the medical staff would also end up having to take care of me.
My 2-year-old son took a nasty fall at home on...
Being active and staying healthy can be a challenge for busy families. We have put together the best spots for fitness and wellness in Jacksonville to encourage and educate families that when it comes to staying on the right...
“You are presenting like you are having a heart attack.” Those are the last words I truly remember before my body went into shock and denial. How could a healthy, fit 41-year-old be having a heart attack?
My 2022 Labor...
Okay, Mamas: You’ve had the talk, you’ve provided the literature, and now the time has come... the first period. What better way to empower your daughter and further prepare her for this new journey in life than a period...
One of the best things about spring in Jacksonville is getting outside again. The crisp, clean air after a dreary winter season fills my soul in such a timely way. There seems to be a sweet spot of several...
I said it. Miscarriage. It’s an awful word. It’s uncomfortable to talk about, and an even more devastating thing to experience. When my husband and I decided to try to have a baby, we were ecstatic when we immediately...
I had an eating disorder. This is not easy to admit publicly, or something I have ever admitted publicly, in fact. But I think it's such an important topic and that it's worth unpacking why I struggled, what I...
Caregivers can certainly all agree that they want their sweet little ones to get a good (and safe!) night's sleep. But as research continually evolves, the safe sleep guidelines for newborns and infants can be baffling for parents. Which...
I was a little surprised when our dentist told us our 4-year-old son had four cavities in his baby teeth — two that were in between his top molars. My first thought was, "So, what? They are baby teeth...
Let's talk gluten! Literally millions of Americans suffer from gluten sensitivity, which can result in digestive symptoms and overall discomfort. But going gluten-free doesn't mean you never get to enjoy a carb again. Whether making the choice due to...
As someone who was diagnosed not too long ago with breast cancer, I have had the honor of being on the receiving end of sweet friends and family who have helped my treatment and tough days be as happy...
Parents, pharmacists, and doctors are dealing with a triple whammy during what is usually cold and flu season. Many pharmacy shelves that used to hold your favorite children’s fever and cold medication are bare. A surge in respiratory viruses...