How to Help Your Teen Cope with Anxiety

Teaching your teens healthy coping mechanisms to manage anxiety is an integral part of raising a well-rounded young person. But when we, as parents, are already juggling so much in our own lives—the bills, the house, a mortgage, etc.–it can be hard to truly appreciate the gravity of the changes your child is going through. […]

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Warning Signs of Eating Disorders to be Aware of

Eating disorders are serious illnesses and can be extremely worrying both for the person experiencing the eating disorder and for those close to them. As a rule, the earlier an eating disorder is noticed and diagnosed, the better the chances of recovery. With this in mind, it’s vital that people know some of the common […]

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Helping Your Kids Avoid Sports Injuries

Sports injuries may sound like one of those boring things only adults need to worry about, but actually, things like strains, sprains, stress fractures and other common sports injuries can be just as likely to happen to kids. The same things that cause sports injuries in adults can also affect children; for instance, not using […]

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Coupons, Freebies, and More!

With the holiday shopping season quickly approaching, I’m a die hard bargain shopper. Check out some of these potential money savers! Store Deals and Coupons Target Deals and Coupons CVS Deals and Coupons TODAY Only – Visit your nearest Starbucks during Happy Hour between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.! 50% Off at Papa Murphy’s Save […]

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4 Benefits of Genetic Counseling for Expectant Parents

Did you know every human cell contains approximately 25,000 genes?  During fetal development, genes act as a blueprint, determining every physical and biological characteristic of your growing child. However, one minor error in just one gene can have serious medical ramifications. Genetic counseling helps expectant (or potential) parents better understand certain ethnicity-related disorders, identify whether […]

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