Discuss health-related topics and share personal experiences on parenting and family wellness. While this is a supportive space for exchanging ideas, please consult professionals for medical advice.
- by LisaJM1If your grief feels unbearable and isn’t easing over time, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Talk to a mental health professional familiar with grief and trauma. Not everyone who grieves needs therapy, but if you feel stuck, support can make a real difference. Weir, K. (2018). New paths for people with prolonged grief disorder. […]
- by LisaJM1The Commitment to Change (CTC) model is a simple but powerful framework originally developed to help psychologists and other professionals apply new learning from continuing education programs. As outlined by Greg J. Neimeyer, PhD, in his work for the American Psychological Association, CTC encourages individuals to reflect on what they’ve learned, commit to specific changes, […]
- by LisaJM1Did you know that more than 36 million people age 12+ reported using cannabis in a single month—double what it was a decade ago? As cannabis becomes more widely available and socially accepted, many parents are left unsure of how it truly affects the developing brain. Recent research backed by the American Psychological Association reveals […]
- by zippygrannyI have been friends with my friend “Daisy” since college so a few decades now. I only get together with her a few times a year and talk to her on the phone pretty frequently or text. Every time I am with her, or we are together in a group of friends, or even when […]
- by systemOriginally published at: Unlock Your Child’s Vocabulary Potential: Timing and Quality Matter – Mamapedia™ As parents, we all want to give our children the best start in life, and one critical way we can do this is by supporting their language development. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by systemOriginally published at: Avoiding Holiday Stress: Insights and Practical Strategies – Mamapedia™ It’s okay to lower expectations and aim for “good enough” instead of perfect. 5 posts – 3 participants Read full topic
- by Mimiof3grandgirlsI am new at this and hope I am wording this right, my granddaughter recently started a low dose of Concerta and it is help her so much at school, the only problem she is having is the decreased appetite and she doesn’t eat lunch or thru out the day at school so by the […]
- by KarlkamelMy daughter was telling me about this new “mouth taping” rage that’s all over TikTok (probably other places too) recently. Apparently people tape their mouth to force breathing through their nose when they sleep. This seems pretty odd, I can’t really imagine what the benefits might be. Has anyone heard of this? 2 posts – […]
- by systemDiscuss health-related topics and share personal experiences on parenting and family wellness. While this is a supportive space for exchanging ideas, please consult professionals for medical advice. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Anne_R3I have been having what it seems to be acid reflux – belching, discomfort in the chest, for about 2-3 weeks and the doctor said it may be acid reflux.I had GERD before but it cleared in a week upon taking ranitidine. I take Pepcid when the symptoms are bad and it seems to help. […]
- by xinShe makes only a few sound every day. Very few times, I coo to her she will coo back and that is so adorable. She makes good eye contact and smiles. She made some good cooing sound a week ago, and not again. she really likes tummy time, and if I put her on a […]
- by okirsanovaMy son is 28 months old. He is raised in bilingual environment: my parents babysit him while we are at work and they speak only Russian to him because they do not know English. I am concerned about his speech development because he does not speak as well as the 28 months should according to […]
- by hbailey24Hello…I have a 13 month old son who is perfect in every way…but I have some concerns about his language development. The doctor does not see a problem, but I was hoping some other moms could give me some feedback. Jacob is always babbling…constantly making sounds, etc. He also has said several words (hi, thank […]
- by christine_atkinsI would love to hear from someone with expertise in this area, but not really sure who that would be–Maybe a speech therapist or teacher or pediatrician?? My 3 year old little boy is very smart–Has a huge vocabulary, uses very long sentences and well thought out and detailed stories. He doesn’t have any actual […]
- by ascrowellI am in need of an opthamologist for adults. I have the different types of doctors for my children (opthamologist, ortho, derm, pediatrician) but am lacking in my own doctors!!! Would appreciate any recommendations. Thanks!!! 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Wendy_H2Has anyone been diagnosed with Graves' disease or some other form of hyperthyroidism? I am wondering how other people treated this and if anyone else was diagnosed while still nursing. 5 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by J_RHas anyone had a full body scan done that can recommend a location and let me know the avg. rate to have this done? I saw a website that mentioned a place called ViaScan of Las Colinas that uses a EBT scan and runs about $695. I'm willing to make the investment but want to […]
- by KRL_LHello moms, I am looking for a dentist for my 4yr. old daughter. This will be her 1st visit, so I want somewhere that is very kid friendly and will make her feel comfortable and not scared. I live around the Frisco area so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!! 3 posts – 1 […]
- by nevrbeenhappyrI've been on birthcontrol for 3 years (nuvaring) in December I decided I wanted to stop to eventually try to conceive my 3rd child. My period came 3 days earlier than normal which wasn't to bad it was just super heavy well I've now been on my period for 15 days straight! It will slow […]
- by Mitzie_CHi ladies I just recieved news that my quad-screen tested positive for Downs Syndrome. I am really struggling with this. I have read some stats that made me feel a little better, but the fear is still trying to take over. I was wondering if any of you ladies had a positive on your screening […]