Looking for a fun way to stay active while bonding with your babies? Working out with children can be an incredibly rewarding experience for both mom and kids! Not only does it set a positive example of a healthy lifestyle, but it also creates lasting memories. From playing tag in the backyard to dancing around […]
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Varicose veins are a common concern, especially as we age and enter certain stages of life like pregnancy. One frequently asked question is whether varicose veins will go away naturally. Unfortunately, those bulging, twisted veins on your legs, which can be both unsightly and uncomfortable, will not disappear on their own and can lead to […]
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By Jocelyn Gavin Lane Ever wondered why the person you’re dating, or perhaps a close friend, seems to turn every conversation back to themself? It could just be a quirk, or it could be something more — like narcissism. Knowing whether you’re involved with a narcissist can save you a lot of emotional turmoil. Let’s […]
Breaking the mental illness silence and bringing hope Behind a brave smile, many of us wage a constant battle against negative thoughts and emotions. Although we may put up a good front and seem “normal” to the outside world, some find it hard to get out of bed and function from day to day. Not […]
By Ericka Biggs I always say, “I didn’t just choose social work; it also chose me!” The love I have for mental health was inspired by my son and his continual struggles. He was diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and oppositional defiance disorder (ODD) at age 5, and this was challenging for me. Not only […]
By Mavis A. Creagh I laid my head on my desk and began to weep as tears streamed down my face. I was strong and fearless — but extremely tired. I was signed up to do just about everything, putting in 14-plus hour days on top of being a full-time single mom. However, this year, […]
By Kay Daneault We live in a rapidly changing world that can be complex to navigate. About half of Americans can remember a time when we were not constantly connected and could more easily tune out the noise of the world, while the younger half can’t imagine life without the internet. Modern life can significantly […]
