Every delivery is different. Totally different. Write a birth plan and develop an idea of how you’d like to cope with the pain, but be flexible in case things don’t go the way you planned. There are some things, though, that you can expect: Expect to check in then head straight to OB. Do not stop in the emergency room… Read More
Nexcare Waterproof Bandages are Tough as Nana (And my 5 year old!) #NexcareNana
Proud to work with 3M! All opinions are 100% my own. My five year old is a pretty big dare-devil and thinks that he’s as coordinated and agile as the 7, 8, and 10 year old boys on the street. He’s constantly getting dirty and getting scrapes, bumps, and bruises! He’s often riding his bike through puddles, testing his skills… Read More
Basic Life-saving Skills Every Parent Should Know
Every parent worries about their child choking or needing CPR. I’m an ER nurse, so I go through all the training and I still think about it! All the detailed training is long and complicated, but there are some basic things every parent should know if you should ever need it. Hopefully you won’t! The absolute lifesaving call: call 911…. Read More
Let Your Sleeping Baby Lie… without Worry!
Do you worry if baby is still breathing? Do you want to peak and make sure and can’t rest easily yourself? How can you stop worrying about SIDS? SIDS is a huge concern of many parents. It’s a valid concern, many babies die of SIDS every year and parents have no way of knowing if their baby might be one…. Read More
Keep your Feet Happy with PROFOOT!
National Foot Health Awareness Month April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. Didn’t know that did you? It makes sense, with spring cleaning and warmer weather, we spend more time on our feet and less time on the couch with hot cocoa (hopefully!). So, what better time to start paying attention to how you are treating your feet? After all,… Read More