Health + Wellness

I have worked over the past year to lose weight. I have done pretty well considering a few setbacks like surgery and health issues. But sometimes, when I look in the mirror, all I see is that same old...

Any parent knows that having a child inevitably involves messes. But having kids in the household can also make your home a haven for germs! In the middle of cold and flu season, it can seem like germs are everywhere. And...

As a busy and stressed-out mom/grad student/employee/wife, I am always looking for new ways to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. I don't feel like I do well with massages. If anything, I tense up more having a stranger's hands all...

If you have kids, you’ve probably dealt with bedwetting at least a time or two over the years. It’s extremely common for young kids in particular to wet the bed at least occasionally. So, when does it become a...

I’ve been on a weight loss journey, and to be honest, it wasn’t completely intentional. Like most mothers in their mid-30s, I would frequently adjust my diet or activities trying to get a little closer to my former self...

Your son seems to be tripping over his words and having a difficult time getting some sounds out. How can you know whether he’s stuttering — and what to do if he is? Stuttering is a common issue, affecting more...

You see it everywhere – at schools, doctors’ offices, public attractions, even grocery stores. But have you ever wondered how effective hand sanitizer really is? On June 29, 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a proposed rule requesting manufacturers...

When it comes to kids and teens, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their mental health should not be overlooked. Decreased social interaction with their peers and extended family, disruption in school or summer routine, and frustration over...

“Cause there ain’t no cure for the summertime blues." Cue my best Alan Jackson karaoke voice. I feel like summer is best known for fun, carefree time with family while traveling. Very few people talk about the over stimulation...

Do you have a friend who struggles with depression and are wondering how you could help them? It is hard to ask for help as a person in general, but especially as a person who is struggling with depression....