Self-Care: Health and Wellness Guide for Moms
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Health & Wellness

The ultimate destination for positive mental & physical conditioning for you and your entire family. Because self-care isn’t selfish.

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EPA report shows how climate change directly impacts kids’ education

Kids today are expected to experience three times as many weather disasters as their grandparents.

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Flame retardants ‘widely detected’ in U.S. breast milk, study shows

In 100% of the samples tested, researchers found some level of 25 different types of brominated flame retardants (BFRs). Here’s what to know.

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Are energy drinks safe for kids?

Although amounts vary, most energy drinks contain 100 to 300 mg of caffeine per serving. Coffee has 95 mg.

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The infant formula shortage led to unsafe feeding for many babies, study shows

Nearly half of parents surveyed had to rely on unsafe feeding methods during the 2022 crisis.

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Spotting the signs of eating disorders in kids and teens

More children and teens than ever are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. An expert shares what to know.

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New blood test to predict preeclampsia receives FDA approval

Preeclampsia is estimated to affect 1 in 25 pregnancies in the US.

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70% of women have experienced gaslighting in their fertility journey, survey shows

Medical gaslighting in fertility and reproductive care is all too common. Here’s how to navigate your next steps.

Is 8 the hardest age to parent? Here’s what the experts say

Your pre-tween may be sweet one minute and giving an epic eye-roll the next. What gives?

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Yes, you can skip the scale at the doctor’s office

Weight is a loaded topic—and it’s not necessarily correlated with health. As a doctor myself, here’s what I tell my patients.

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Why walking is actually the best exercise

A recent study shows even just a long walk one to two days per week has big benefits.

Pelvic Floor Trainers

Do you need a Kegel trainer?

They might make Kegels more fun, but they're not right for everyone, our experts say.

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5 yoga poses to do with baby

Stretching plus snuggles? Right this way.

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