The birth of your baby is one of the most exciting times in your life. From the happiness of finding out you’re pregnant, to the pure joy you experience holding your baby for the first time; we’re here to provide you with helpful information and resources every step of the way.
Every home tells a story, and the meaning of “home” continues to evolve throughout our lives. As a child, home was my safe haven – a place where my parents provided support and security as I made friends, joined school and church activities, and planned my future...
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Our bones are amazing structures that keep us upright. Along with muscles, ligaments and tendons, they allow us to move and participate in activities that make life worthwhile! Bones are made of minerals – calcium and phosphate – proteins, collagen and growth factors...
My daughter was rolling around on the airport floor as we were heading home from a Christmas vacation. Fully sprawled out. Completely unbothered. And as I watched her, I had a very clear thought: I never thought I’d let my child play on an airport floor. Before kids,...
Our granddaughter, Sophia, has embarked on her first season playing basketball with the YMCA. In anticipation of her inaugural game, she and her dad logged in time practicing dribbling with her little basketball in the hallway at home. As her skills improved, they...
Mental health plays a big role in a healthy pregnancy. When a person feels anxious, stressed or depressed during pregnancy, it can affect their sleep, appetite and energy levels. This can make it harder to keep up with doctor visits, eat well or prepare for your baby....
When the decorations came down, the presents were unwrapped, and I was officially off the hook for making the holiday magic happen, I felt low. Maybe it was the ear infection I was powering through, or maybe it was the mental crash after weeks of doing all the things....
I used to roll out of bed on January 1, head to the kitchen to start the coffee and stop in my tracks in front of the refrigerator. There it was, that big piece of paper clipped front and center. Bold, underlined words spelling out the changes I was going to make in...
Did you know that there’s only one cancer you can prevent with a screening? It’s colon/colorectal cancer and the screening is a colonoscopy. The Power of Colonoscopy Screening Unlike many tests that only detect problems after they appear, a colonoscopy can find – and...
Candles, slippers and robes are great but moms everywhere are quietly wishing for a few things that cannot be wrapped. Every December we are asked what we want for Christmas and every December we smile politely and say something practical like, “Oh, I don’t know,...
The other day I received a text from a friend. It read, “My last 24 hours have been the happiest and most fun I’ve had in a long time, thanks to you.” After reading it, I paused for a moment, reflecting on what we had done that made such an impression on my friend. We...
Every winter, we brace ourselves for the impact of cold and flu season. Clinics fill with children and infants with runny noses, coughs and congestion. Hospitals have children admitted for dehydration, vomiting or difficult breathing – among other problems. For some...
We’re here to help you and your family prepare, not only for the birth but also for life after baby. Bryan offers a range of classes and events for expecting parents and family members.
Whether you’re pregnant or thinking about it, one of your first big decisions is choosing a doctor. Another important decision is choosing a doctor for your baby; you will want to do this before your baby is born.
Be prepared for your big day with our hospital bag packing list for you, your baby and support person.
