Category Archives: Pregnancy

Becoming a grandparent

This is the first post in a four-part series about being a grandparent. As a young parent I was often confused about the conflicting parenting advice I received from family and friends… “Don’t pick the baby up every time she … Continue reading

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Alcohol during pregnancy…is it worth the risk?

Don’t drink, don’t smoke, don’t eat some fish or certain cheeses, don’t drink too much coffee…is there anything that I can do if I’m pregnant?

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Are you pregnant and having problems with your gums?

You may have pregnancy gingivitis  In the dental office where I worked, Susan was one of our regular patients that came every 6 months for her check up and cleaning. She had good oral hygiene, brushed and flossed every day … Continue reading

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Don’t be ‘airy fairy’ when it comes to Air Quality – Be Air Aware!

Mornings are a crazy time in my house! As we all scramble to get ready for the day my two children often ask “mom, what is the weather going to be like today?”  I quickly jump for the remote and … Continue reading

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Are you balanced?

Are you balanced? It’s a question that has caught my attention recently and has gotten me thinking.  Hmmm….define balance.  As I read about it, I saw this question: “Are you keeping pace or being run over?”  In my head I’m … Continue reading

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