Many of us do not want to dig deep into what it is like to lose a loved one to suicide. Even saying that “s” word brings feelings of doubt and even embarrassment. Why couldn’t I save them? Will...
Updated April 2024
Working in the world of adoption, I’ve seen so many couples that have the weight of infertility on their shoulders. It is heavy, and it is hard. Although I have had the joy of seeing happy endings...
This piece requires a trigger warning for disordered eating and body image issues. I encourage you to continue to read even if this is a continuous struggle for you. My hope is that my story of loving food and...
Updated April 2024
Houston Moms has partnered with UTMB Health, our preferred provider for Southeast Houston, the Bay Area and Galveston, to provide vital information and insights to the Houston community. Check out our monthly videos featuring experts from UTMB...
At my 20 week anatomy scan for my younger son, I heard a line that changed my life forever. Your son is missing a bone in his leg. Angelo was born with a limb difference called Fibular Hemimelia, a...
Let’s admit it. People in our life can suck. It shows up in what they say {and don’t say) and their behavior. These people could be family, your partner, co-workers, friends, complete strangers, or dare I say it –...
I love collecting data, especially when it comes to my body. Cycle tracking allows me to collect data on the signs, symptoms, feelings, cravings, pains, and even moods associated with my menstrual cycle using tools powered by technology.
For many...
Deciding when to get your teen in counseling is not always black and white. Parents can feel nervous about this step and potentially feel unsure about the stigma that comes with having their child in therapy. You are not...
What started out as an experiment for a few weeks to see if my overall health would improve turned into a three month alcohol sabbatical. And, boy, did I learn more than I expected. Buckle up as I take...
Unapologetic. Mirriam-Webster defines unapologetic as not feeling or showing regret or shame. Unapologetic can also be used to describe someone who is unwilling to make or express an apology. This word describes an attitude that exudes the importance of self-opinion...
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Family-Friendly Things to do in Houston this Weekend (October 11-13)
It's fall, ya'll! With cooler weather comes pumpkin patches, fall festivals, high school football...and cold and flu season. Getting sick is no fun, but...
