Tag: sick kid
A COVID Contingency Plan: A Mom’s To-Do List When the Virus...
The day we learned a family member had tested positive for COVID, our lives stopped. We had to immediately think of how we would...
Surviving Your Child’s Hospital Stay:: Advice from a Seasoned Medical Mom
All kids get sick. Having a little one down with the flu, RSV, or any one of a myriad of viruses just plain sucks....
Why Taking Care of Sick Kids is The Worst
As we approach the end of cold and flu season I have to confess something with you. Taking care of sick kids is not...
When Doctors Wouldn’t Listen, I Became My Child’s Advocate
"There's something wrong with Lauren," I told my husband one evening several months ago after our three daughters had gone to sleep. "I'm worried...
Mom vs. The Stomach Bug {With Lots of Help from Dad}
I always assumed that once I became a mom, I would get some crazy superpowers that would allow me to be immune to gross...
The Flu is Everywhere :: Here’s What you Need to Know
The past few weeks have been brutal, with family and friends dropping like flies from the flu. It seems like this year, I know...
Is It a Cough … or Pneumonia?
Tis the season to be coughing... Fa, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la! Colder temperatures means a higher chance of acute illness. ...
What to Do When the Pediatrician’s Office is Closed
This is the time of year when families are buzzing with holiday energy. Everyone is planning the Thanksgiving menu and looking forward to time...
In a Medical Emergency, Here’s Why You Should Choose a Pediatric...
As a parent, I want little more than to keep my children safe and healthy. The list of precautions and preventative measures I take...
Modern Day Medicine Cabinets {What Every Mom Should Know}
The heart of today’s active family, moms play a pivotal role as caretaker and decision maker. Few will know her children better.
From a satchel...