Healthy Children
Parenting philosophies aside, we can all agree that keeping our kids safe and healthy is priority No. 1. What’s likely not getting as much attention is your health, specifically your own mental and physical self-care (you know the saying about oxygen masks…).
NPN parents and experts have lots of advice and information about keeping everyone in the family healthy, whether you need help with nutrition, car seat safety, pediatrician visits, mental health concerns or just run-of-the-mill colds.
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My girl friend just called - she just had her 2nd mammogram and ultrasound at Prentice - they had her do a follow up today. They are now doing a biopsy on top of left breast for Friday and then a follow up MRI next week. From experience can this still mean they aren't sure and are just checking to s...
We're are so annoyed tonight. We literally have every subscription: ESPN, MLB, Amazon, Apple, Hulu, Disney and the game is on nowhere. WTF? ...
We live in a suburb and our middle school has had what feels like a pretty open and frank sex ed program so far. Lots of facts and information that I never got in school. But recently we received a notice that the school will begin a unit in accordance with state/district guidelines with...
I have been seriously considering this for a while now but have been nervous to take the jump. Two of my physicians have recommended it for me. Curious how this is going for those who are on them for weight reduction alone and not also for diabetes management (as I do not have diabetes, so am curiou...
I’m considering switching to a concierge pediatrician and was wondering if anyone here has one they recommend (or don’t recommend!). Would love to hear about your experiences—especially if you’ve found the extra access and personalized care to be worth it. Thanks in advance! ...
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