Today’s Guest Post is from Sara Gruber about her daughter’s experience learning about the Battle of Gettysburg from her backyard. Thanks for sharing! The new norm? Sitting at the kitchen table, trying to do my “job” while homeschooling my two daughters. Oh, you have a literature Zoom at 2:30 pm? My mind runs through today’s to-do list… which report can I finish in that 30-minute window? Your worksheet is taking a while? Maybe I can draft a media release now so I won’t be up as late tonight. Every minute is painstakingly filled to maximize productivity and it’s somehow become our normal. What’s more? EvenRead More →

Kids need us to help them navigate hard times. We are sharing seven easy ways to help your kids feel safe, fun, and in control during trying and tumultuous times. Be a Role Model Kids take their cues from the people they love and look up to. You! Be aware of how you talk about COVID-19 around your kids. Be calm and explain how your family will stay safe. Save negative or unsure topics for adult-time. Practice proper handwashing and coughing Social distancing (you can’t expect them to be reasonable about staying away from friends if you aren’t) Maintaining a regular household routine (as muchRead More →

Corona and homeschooling – not usually two words that go together! Hopefully, you are embracing this new opportunity, the coronavirus has afforded us, as a gift to spend time with your kiddos as unexpected homeschoolers. But, we all know, even gifts can not be exactly what you want – and, that’s okay! Fortunately, making the best of an unexpected situation will help you stay sane and productive. It is time to be glass-half-full people! Rythym Not Schedule Do you have a regular pizza and movie night? Your kids look forward to it. They ask about it and plan for it. That is a family rhythm.Read More →

Thanks to leva for sponsoring this post in order to initiate an open discussion about pelvic floor health and bladder leakage, a common problem affecting over 20 million women’s urinary health. Can’t control your bladder? You are not alone! Have you had a baby? Roughly fifty percent of women will experience some kind incontinence or pelvic floor weakness within the first year of giving birth and up to 1/3 to 1/2 will continue to have these problems five years later.1 But, it is not just a postnatal problem. High impact sports and prolapse can also lead to a weak pelvic floor. Accordingly, there is aRead More →

We love taking the kids to the Houston Rodeo! It is a great family event. If you have never been it may seem intimidating. But, Rodeo Houston is an experience you cannot skip! If you are frequent flier there is just so much to do that it is easy to miss things. And, every year there are new exhibits and experiences. So, shine your boots, let prairie plaid invade your wardrobe, and do not be afraid of Big Texas Hair. Don’t miss a single thing this season with this Rodeo Round-Up! Pre-Rodeo Events Rodeo Roundup Trail Rides Go Texan Day Rodeo Parade & Run HoustonRead More →

Life hacks, DIY tricks, and at-home devices that are meant to “mimic the effects of in-office skin care treatments are all the rage right now. They are posted on Instagram, YouTube, and all over the Internet. While some are very constructive and budget-friendly, others are ineffective or downright dangerous. We asked Dr. Gretchen Frieling, who is a Boston area Dermatopathologist, to highlight several highly publicized methods that should bear the warning, “don’t try this at home.” 7 DEVICES & PROCEDURES BEST LEFT TO SKIN CARE PROFESSIONALS 1. Dermaplaning Dermaplaning is a cosmetic procedure that removes the top layers of your skin. The procedure aims to remove fineRead More →

The different types of food on a thanksgiving day table spread in an article about holiday heartburn

Even if you’re not a “foodie” most people look forward to indulging in the culinary delights of holiday time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. This  means that even people who are typically disciplined eat too much in one evening, eat rapidly, imbibe amounts of alcohol they are unaccustomed to, and consume foods that may not be part of their regular diet because “tis the season.”  While nobody likes a medical grinch, there are ways to have gastronomic fun without paying the price with holiday heartburn. Dr. Niket Sonpal, an internist and gastroenterologist at Touro College of Medicine, shares his tips for having your holiday cake andRead More →

When to find your baby's pediatrician?

Pediatricians are about the last thing on a new mama’s mind while she is busy growing a person. First comes a test, then comes being oppressively tired. We get to follow this up with morning to all-day sickness, super nesting mode, heartburn, baby showers, and then back to oppressive tiredness and where did my ankles go?! But, at the end of it all, you get a baby! A sweet, soft squidge of human that you will be happy to sit and smell for a lot longer than you would deem normal in another person. So, when do they need a doctor? You need a pediatricianRead More →

Halloween-themed science experiments

Need something ‘fall-y’ to do with the kids? Try these easy and fun Halloween-themed science experiments from IDEA Lab Kids. They are sure to keep your little monsters engaged.  Between the start of the school year and the holidays, it seems like time flies. Juggling work, your kids’ schedules and all of their activities leaves very little time to plan fun projects, let alone projects that will teach your kids a thing or two about science.   Luckily, there are many fun and fuss-free Halloween-themed science experiments you can bring to the (kitchen) table to tickle your kids’ fancy and their brains. The best part? YourRead More →