By Dr. Anna Pavlov For many moms, becoming pregnant and giving birth is thrilling. However, it can be discouraging to find that your body may not go back to normal, and diet and exercise often aren’t enough to counteract the post-childbirth changes. If this sounds familiar, you might consider undergoing a “mommy makeover” with a […]
You’ve probably noticed that a visit to Newk’s Eatery usually comes with a teal cup during the month of September. But then you see pretty purple everything for events like Move4Her, a fundraising event supporting the Foundation for Women’s Cancer. While you may feel the two colors are competing for their fair share of attention […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a perfect time to raise awareness, educate ourselves and commit to supporting those around us who may be struggling. As a seasoned therapist, I’ve witnessed firsthand the silent battles many women fight. The conversation around mental health has thankfully become more open, yet there’s one topic that often remains hushed: […]
Breastfeeding can be both challenging and beautiful. Although it seems like the most natural of acts, success can take plenty of patience, research and support from organizations committed to serving all Coast families. Breastfeeding offers valuable benefits for both moms and babies, but making it accessible to everyone means understanding and overcoming challenges. Tiffany Hills, […]
Awaiting the birth of a child is a joyous time; but for many expectant mothers, pregnancy comes with some unwelcome side effects, including varicose and spider veins. Let’s take a deeper look into how, why, and when venous insufficiency can make what should be a happy time unpleasant, or even painful. As if pregnancy and […]
Before a tornado hits, it typically announces itself with some classic indicators: huge hail, a dark, almost green sky and emergency sirens. By heeding these warnings from Mother Nature, we have more time to take cover before seeing a twister. When something is wrong with our health, bodies will often provide indicators. Ignoring symptoms of […]
Originally from Indiana, Rebecca Byrd has lived in Gulfport since 1980 and has been the bookkeeper at Northwood Church for 21 years. MY HEALTH CHALLENGE In February of 2012, I had a benign tumor removed from each breast. In November of 2019, I had an abnormal mammogram. The MRI showed it was a “well-circumscribed oval […]
