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Returning to Work while Breastfeeding By Kathie Burke IBCLC
Congratulations on your new baby and getting through those first forty days! If your baby is exclusively breastfed and gaining well, you should have a full milk supply as you prepare to go back to work. Baby’s milk intake is pretty stable between 5 weeks and 6 months...
How to Talk to Teens About Safe Relationships By Kennedy Thompson
Talking with teens about relationships can feel uncomfortable for many caregivers, but these conversations are one of the most important ways to support healthy development. Teens are learning how to navigate friendships, dating, boundaries, and communication — and...
No-Heat Meals for the Hot Summer Days by KaceyMarie Berardinelli
August is the month when the heat is sticky and humid, making cooking meals feel dreadful. As summer is almost over and parents are getting the kids ready for school, you will want quick meals during the day. I know that in the summer I do not want to be in a warm...
Making a Splash: Pool Safety Guidelines
Summertime is all about being outside soaking up the sunshine, and spending time in the pool. However it is vital to remember about water safety. Drowning can occur in any body of water, including pools and bathtubs, and in just a few inches of water. Ensuring your...
Breastfeeding and Hydration in the Summer By Kennedy Thompson
Summer brings sunshine, vacations, pool days, and warmer temperatures — but for breastfeeding parents, it also means paying extra attention to hydration. Breastfeeding already increases your body’s fluid needs, and hot weather can make dehydration happen even faster....
The Returning Mother Remembering How the Body Heals By Kellie Lynch RN, BSN
Last week I had the immense honor of sitting with a young woman journeying through HPA axis dysregulation, often called adrenal fatigue, along with stress addiction, hormonal acne, and the deep exhaustion that chronic overwhelm can place on the body. Like many women...
Unplug and Play: Inspiring Kids to Adventure Outdoors This Spring
As the weather starts to warm up, we see kids slowly going outside to play. This is amazing because in today's world, most children want to stay inside and play video games. Playing outside is a fun way to pass the time during the day or even in the afternoon. Outdoor...
Winter Wellness: Gentle Movement for Pregnancy (Even When It’s Cold Outside) BY: Kennedy Smith BSN,RN
When the days get shorter and the air gets colder, it’s tempting to curl up and stay still. But gentle movement during pregnancy—especially in the winter—can do wonders for your body, mind, and baby. Here’s the good news: You don’t need a gym membership or fancy...
Valentine’s Day for Yourself
February is a month filled with love and renewed kindness. When people hear the word "February," they think of Valentine's Day. Love for significant others, children, family, and friends is celebrated. This Valentine's Day, you should celebrate yourself. Whether you...