Grandma and Grandpa Know Best—Right?
There might not be anyone more excited for the arrival of your bundle of joy than its grandma and grandpa. They’re more than willing to help out any way they can, and why wouldn’t you
Healthy Food Choices for Both Athlete and Spectator
Whether it’s a youth, college or professional sporting event, we all deep down know the food served at most concession stands don’t get high marks from a nutrition standpoint. But when you know you’re going
Preventing Common Youth Sports Injuries
Athletic activity in youth offers many benefits, including the development of fitness, motor skills and social skills, along with fostering a lifelong appreciation for physical activity and teamwork. But nothing has the potential to put a damper
How to Prepare Your Athlete for Summer Success…and Beyond
School may be out for summer, and while student athletes may be tempted to take it easy, experts say taking an extended break from conditioning can backfire once school starts back up. If athletes fail
Family Finds a ‘New Friend’ in Mobile Health Care Service
Illnesses are rarely predictable. Nor do they come at a convenient time, as Whitney Jodry knows all too well. When her oldest son Wells started showing signs of a respiratory infection and strep early one
Lower Your Family’s Risk for a Toxic Halloween
By the time your little trick-or-treaters change their minds about their costume choice for the hundredth time, it becomes tempting to grab a mass-produced costume, mask and wig from the closest Halloween superstore. Not so
Celebrating Little Victories in the NICU
Just when it seemed like everything was going wrong in Lindsey Williamson’s pregnancy, there came a silver lining: the birth of her beautiful daughter. Although baby Audrey’s birth wasn’t without complications, the Williamsons came to
166 Days of Hugs and Care
Labor and Delivery nurse April Mayhan has been around more than just a few pregnant moms during her years in health care. She has a pretty good idea of what the journey to parenthood entails.
Taking the Hype Out of Energy Drinks
Trying to keep kids from growing up too quickly is a battle every parent knows. Some boys and girls want to join social media too early or wear clothes that push boundaries (eek!). Parents have
Choosing the Right Child Care for Your Family
As women have increasingly joined the workforce, the demand for childcare is a growing issue for single moms and families alike. Most working parents start looking for day care if a grandparent, relative or friend