I had recently reached out to a bestie from high school and she is really struggling. After watching her struggle with infertility for so many years, followed by the joy of having not one, but two beautiful babies on the same day, we all knew as the years flew by, how hard it would be to have to let...
As working moms in healthcare, we face unique challenges compared to other working moms.
Here are some of the key differences:
Demanding and Unpredictable Hours: Healthcare professionals often work long, irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. This unpredictability can ma...
Stress during tough economic times is a common experience, and it’s essential to manage it effectively. Here are some practical tips to help you cope:
Pause but Don’t Panic:
Negative news about the economy can be overwhelming. Stay informed but avoid getting caught up in doom-and-gloom hype. High anxi...
To Our Sons and Daughters (A letter from your busy working mom)
As a working mom, I want to share some heartfelt advice with you. Life can be busy and challenging but remember that you’re never alone. Here are a few things I’ve learned along the way:
Balance: Finding balance between work, family,...
Maternity leave rights in the United States vary based on federal and state laws. Here’s what you need to know:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA):
-The FMLA provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for specific family and medical reasons, including c...
Dealing with a broken heart can be tough for teenagers, and as a parent, it’s natural to want to support them during this challenging time.
Here are some helpful strategies to assist your teenager in coping with heartbreak:
Give Them Space and Time:
Teaching humility to children is essential for their character development, otherwise we all know those people who never learned to be grateful and never feel that they have enough. It's one thing to be determined to succeed at something, but it's another thing to never feel satisfied, even with sma...
As a working mom, guilt can weigh heavily on your shoulders as you strive to balance career responsibilities with family duties. Here are some strategies to help you cope with that working mom’s guilt:
Forgive Yourself: Recognize that you’re making choices based on your circumstances. ...
Let Them Take the First Step:
It's that time of year!! So many of us struggle to decide what our kids will do over summer break when we are still working! Although mine is 16 and hopefully will be partially employed, there are many other moms out there tha...
Our journey to a virtual school was a long one. It's definitely not for everyone. It takes a personality that can stay focused and be responsible. It also needs to be said that WHATEVER you decide to do as a parent, It's YOUR decision. Do what your...
My baby is now 15 going on 16 this year. She had been asking for years to have her room updated. As I looked at the childhood remnants of her bedroom, I knew she needed something that fit her age group. The blue walls, the ceiling lined with color changing LED lights, and the sheets wit...
My daughter Maggie loves pumpkin spice and everything nice..... so when she surprised me with eggs, bacon, a pumpkin-cream muffin, and a pumpkin spiced latte on the morning of August 30, 2023, I just smiled. It was sooooo sweet of her to do that for me. She's an amazing cook!
I realized everywh...
We all remember when we were that age. No one wants to stand out and be different in a negative light, especially when you are a teenager. Here is the stepwise approach to managing this common dermatologic annoyance.
Firstly, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," as best stated...
It hit me a few days ago when I was talking to a colleague at work about our career paths. He said "I have a history of severe depression. Why in the world did I pick a career where people are whining and complaining all the time?" (He is a former surgical Physician Assistant). He did go o...
I don't know what happened. As I've gotten older, I have less of a filter on my mouth. I also have more confidence and less patience. For example: I'm in a packed grocery store and the woman in front of me checking out is having a conversation with the cashier like she's at a local happy-hour, compl...
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