We heard certain things, over and over again, from our parents. It turns out that they were pearls of wisdom and still true today! Here are some of my favorites: “Go outside and play” Children aged 8 to 10 years spend about 6 hours a day in front of a screen (inside) for entertainment (4…
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Any plan to have long term marriage stability?
Our marriage predicament: My husband and I have been going through a rough patch, and it made me wonder about the emotional stability of our marriage. There was an attic fire in our home last November. It began in the chimney shaft upstairs and spread to the attic, sending smoke and soot throughout the whole…
The disappointment of having a child with dyslexia
Having a child who is different A mom with a child diagnosed with dyslexia. Some mothers experience disappointment when they have a child who is different. My third child was the easiest baby ever. She slept through the night at two weeks of age and breastfed eagerly until she turned one. Laura was a chubby,…
How much stress at work can you take?
Stressful work in the NICU I loved my work in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) because there was always some excitement, plenty of intellectual challenges, and various procedures to perform. Some days working in NICU, however, I felt like a fireman running around putting out fires – one baby deteriorating here, another baby needing…
4 Studies Reveal High Rates of Burnout in Healthcare Workers
Burnout among all physicians Burnout in healthcare workers. Forty-seven percent of physicians feeling burned out last year. This is up from a rate of 42 percent in 2020. Published in January 21, 2022 in Medscape’s 2021 “Physician Burnout & Depression Report“. Medscape surveyed 13,069 physicians in 29 specialties from June 29 to Sept. 26, 2021,…
How to tell if your teenager has an eating disorder
Updated as of Feb 2024 Understanding and Addressing Eating Disorders in Teenagers Eating disorders in teenagers have become a serious problem in today’s society. Adolescents often face a myriad of challenges, which include issues related to body image and self-esteem. These problems can contribute to the development of unhealthy eating habits. Addressing eating disorders…
The Paradox of Stress & Alcohol Use
Many of us drink alcohol to relieve stress. The outcomes of our chronic stress Our daily stress gives us muscle tension & headaches, and can also cause jaw clenching & teeth grinding. Stress makes us irritable and impatient. Stress contributes to our negative thinking. It also makes us feel tired, like we have low energy,…
The stages of a woman’s life.
What stage of life are you in? The photo below was me at 59, on vacation, thinking about turning sixty. My son snapped the shot & told me later he thought I “seemed pensive, but was aging well.” As women, we go through so many life stages: Adolescence brings those hormones & body changes. We…
Tips for air travel with a breastfed baby
Here are some helpful tips for smooth air travel from experienced nursing moms (extracted from “Dr. MILK” group on Facebook): • Organize everything so you know exactly where everything is & you’re not frazzled trying to find your ID or wallet or pacifier with a fussy baby! • Forget about that “get on plane first.”…
Empowering Advice: Practical Tips for Working Moms
Updated as of Feb 2024 Practical Advice for Working Moms to Balance Career and Motherhood Being a working mother is a juggling act that often requires careful consideration and strategic planning. Rarely does it feel truly balanced. The journey of a working mom is filled with many challenges, from finding fulfillment in your career…
