Monthly Archives: February 2013

Breastfeeding Benefits for Both

By Jackie Wolff-Ellifson RN, LC | February 28, 2013 | Comments (0) | Share Twitter Facebook Pin This! linkedin Print

Breastfeeding is one of the most natural and beneficial ways a mother can care for her baby.  The experience of breastfeeding is very special and while some may feel breastfeeding is unnecessary, it provides endless value for your child, and … Continue reading →

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Staying Fit with a Family

By Laurie Runte, PNP | February 21, 2013 | Comments (0) | Share Twitter Facebook Pin This! linkedin Print

From the moment you become a parent, activity and healthy living choices seems to come second to the needs of your children.  Even parents with a strong commitment to physical activity before parenthood may struggle to find the time and … Continue reading →

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Heart-Healthy at Any Age

By Aaron Beck, MD | February 19, 2013 | Comments (0) | Share Twitter Facebook Pin This! linkedin Print

You are never too young or too old to take care of your heart.  People at any age can benefit from simple steps to keep their heart healthy, and making smart choices at an early age can create healthy habits … Continue reading →

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Valentines SHOULD be pink and red, not your child’s eyes

By Katherine Lemon, MD | February 8, 2013 | Comments (0) | Share Twitter Facebook Pin This! linkedin Print

Sharing butterfly kisses with your kiddo? Who doesn’t? It’s a great way to bond, cuddle…and potentially to spread conjunctivitis.  Also known as pink eye, this contagious infection causes irritation or infection of the membrane that covers the white of the … Continue reading →

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