Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it's a time to raise awareness about breast cancer and its prevention and support those affected. While there's no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer, reducing our exposure to potential risk factors...
Toddler tantrums are actually a developmental milestone for healthy brain development. Next time your toddler loses it in a major meltdown, remember it’s normal, so skip the guilt and embarrassment. You are doing just fine.
How you respond to a...
October, known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is when the world is awash in shades of pink, symbolizing support for breast cancer patients, survivors, and ongoing research. The iconic pink ribbon, often prominently displayed by countless brands and organizations,...
After months of a self-imposed sabbatical from writing, I'm back, hungry for dialogue that isn't work-related. I am writing about something all too common for us moms: being sick. Moms are not permitted to be sick. We are expected...
In sixth grade, an English teacher talked to us about war. He said that his war experience wouldn't be the same for us - because of the internet and technology. He said we'd never have to experience a draft,...
Like 67 million people across the globe, I binged the Netflix limited series Maid in just a week. The series is loosely based on a memoir by Stephanie Land titled Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay and A Mother's Will...
There are many reasons why people don't follow their dreams. Some of them are financial, most are about information and representation. Below, I explain the hurdles I had to overcome in order to live my dream of becoming a...
We are so over this. We have been pandemic parenting for nearly two years, and here we are once again, canceling and being canceled. We're home alone with our kids, in the winter, in the rain, and with the...
Happy New Year! It’s time for another “to do” list. I enjoyed creating last year’s list so much that I decided to do it again for this year. Truthfully, I enjoy doing it. As our family ages, our needs...
It’s been a long journey, filled with detours (plus anxiety, heart palpitations, tears, sorrow, frustration, etc.), but finally, finally, we’re on track. I suppose “on track” is incorrect; if anything, what we’ve learned is the importance of personalized care.
I’m...
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Blood Donors Needed to Save Lives and Honor Moms
Every year, about 219,000 units of blood and platelets are needed to help patients experiencing women’s health issues including about 1 of every 83...
