Back pain is one of the most common complaints of pregnancy. Cedars-Sinai reports that 50% to 80% of women experience some back discomfort during gestation. Is it inevitable? How can you prevent it and treat it? When should you talk… read more
Lindsey Johnson
A Meditation Guide for Tween
Life can be hard. During the tween years, hormones are wreaking havoc on young bodies and emotions. School increases in intensity, social cliques form, kids get more involved in sports and afterschool activities. Tweens may also start using social media… read more
Digging for Gold: Colostrum Harvesting 101
When a mother gives birth, her breasts excrete a thick, yellowish- white substance called colostrum. Also known as “liquid gold,” it serves as the baby's first meal. During pregnancy, the body develops colostrum and starts excreting it in the third… read more
Wondering How to Find the Perfect Sport for Your Child?
Organized sports are a big part of childhood for many families. Sports teach children valuable lessons such as teamwork, camaraderie, how to lose gracefully, hard work, commitment and leadership. But what if your child isn’t interested in soccer or flag… read more
How to Tame the Mean Green: Anti-Nausea Foods
The first pregnancy clue often comes in an unpleasant package with a sense of queasiness or a rush to the bathroom. For many women, the first trimester may be a series of green days due to hormone fluctuations and bodily… read more
The ABC’s of Acne: Causes and Prevention
According to the Mayo Clinic, the definition of acne is “a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne is most common among teenagers, though it affects… read more
Recognizing the Signs of Disordered Eating
According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD), approximately 9% of the U.S. population (roughly 28.8 million Americans) will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating disorders are the second deadliest mental health condition (after… read more
How to Handle New Parent Stress
From the moment you found out that a baby was on the way, you were likely filled with lots of emotions, including stress. How will we afford this new child? What are the plans for childcare and taking time off… read more
Get Off the Couch! Why Kids Need an Active Lifestyle
Activity is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle as well as critical in childhood development. Many of us grew up outdoors and played outside every afternoon until dinnertime. We played wiffle ball, rode bikes, explored trails, waded in creek… read more
Family Financial Planning Starts Now
For many new parents, one of the first questions you may ask after seeing that positive pregnancy test is, “How can we afford this?” Children are expensive and your financial investment often extends a lifetime. So, how can you best… read more
