Health & Wellness

Dying Easter eggs is an age-old tradition, but many Americans are looking for a more natural way to get those signature pastel colors, particularly with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s recent push for fewer synthetic dyes in food. Melissa Wright, director of Virginia Tech’s Food Producer Technical...

Hair loss affects many people, causing not just physical changes but often emotional distress and decreased confidence. While some shedding is normal, certain patterns and symptoms suggest it’s time to consult a professional who can properly diagnose and treat...

March 8 is International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Observed since the early 1900s, this day honors progress made and reminds us there is still important work to do. As...

Emmy-nominated CNN national correspondent and children’s author René Marsh has spent more than two decades telling stories on a national stage—but her newest book, The Nature of Change, is rooted in the most personal story of all: her journey through...

While traveling for medical care, our family was reminded how often disabled children are still made to prove they belong. We were in Midway Airport in Chicago, exhausted after a marathon medical trip to Philadelphia. Our son had spent several...

This Holiday = Less Stress. More Joy! How to reset your expectations and truly enjoy the season. The holidays don’t have to feel so overwhelming. In fact, they can be a powerful reminder to slow down, set boundaries, and stay grounded—something...

For many families, the holidays arrive with twinkling lights, familiar rituals, and easy joy. But for families like ours, caring for a child with complex medical needs comes with a different kind of weight. A softer glow. A quiet...

The mental load of an allergy mom is heavy, and there is often little certainty of when the load will lessen (and stay lessened). I've been an allergy mom since my son's first anaphylactic reaction at 6 months old,...

Ensure an easy breezy Fall season after all that back-to-school madness! We've compiled some top picks to help - check them out below. Here are top ideas for Fall /  Autumn Season: Planetary Design Airscape Food Storage Container Eli & Elm Weighted...

As a mother of a daughter with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), I know firsthand the difficulties and frustrations that parents face when their kids are diagnosed with this cruel condition. As a clinician who specializes in OCD, I know...