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.
Growing up, I made my share of foolish mistakes. As a kid, I remember being on a skateboard and holding on to a rope tied to a bike that a friend was riding. We got going pretty fast, and then I fell face forward on the pavement. My face was OK, but I skinned up my...
What is emotional eating? Emotional eating is generally when we eat as a way to suppress or soothe negative emotions such as stress, anger, fear, boredom, sadness and loneliness. When we work to reduce emotional eating, it is important to be aware of behaviors we can...
With fall just around the corner, there are so many changes happening—the weather getting cooler, school starting, and everyone seems to have a fall project or two to complete before the holidays.
Welcome to Real Mom Moments with Rachel and Ashlee. More Real Mom Moments Raise Your Hand If... Skills of Independent Play Appreciating the Mess Your Attitude Matters Critical Mom Eye You Can Re-Do That Slowing Down Prepping Kids for What's Ahead "I'm Doing my Best...
Hearing the words, “you have cancer” is overwhelming for patients and their families. You may have questions or concerns about treatments, understanding your options, getting to appointments and coping with emotional stress. What if you had a personal advocate...
This month, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the mom who works outside the home. Before I go any further, I want to say something that feels important. Parenting is a full-time job, whether you also work outside the home or not. In fact, some research has found...
Have you ever heard someone greet you by name and when you turned to respond there was no one there? Have you ever walked into a room and remember seeing someone or something, and when you got closer, you realized what you thought you saw was not there?
Self-talk is the internal dialogue that narrates our daily experience. I often think of it as a digital voice recorder in our brain that is constantly recording and playing our thoughts. Self-talk influences our feelings and behaviors. It can also create patterns in our thinking that we call filters.
If you’re on the fence about adding a pet to your family, here is something in the ‘plus’ category: Pets can be very good for your mental health and well-being. As a mental health professional for more than 30 years, I’ve seen in my practice as well as my own life,...
Students are now back in school, and we’re all getting back into our “school routines.” This can be a very exciting or a very stressful time for students as they embark on new experiences and face new challenges.
If you've seen the movie Inside Out, you're probably familiar with the idea of "core memories." In the movie, they're the moments that become part of who we are, the experiences we carry with us long after they've happened, shaping our personalities, values and the...
I found this card, and its message spoke to me so deeply that I bought every copy the store had in stock. I love giving this card to women in my circle of friendship. Some I have known for years, some for days. I know when I am in the presence of a strong woman....
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.
