About Postpartum Depression

It’s not uncommon for a new mom to go through a short period of feeling emotionally down following
the birth of her child. Commonly termed the “baby blues,” this condition may be a natural reaction to
the stresses, fatigue and hormonal changes attendant to childbirth, and it typically passes within just a
few days. But when it doesn’t – and when more...

Reassurance for New Parents

Pregnancy is a fascinating state of being, as well as a challenging time of life. There is so much to look forward to, but also so much to learn, on the journey to parenthood. And it all starts the day that you find out you are pregnant. One of the best and most important things you can do at this time is to schedule and keep your regular prenatal visits...

Spring has sprung, and, while many can enjoy the outdoors on a beautiful spring afternoon, those of us with seasonal allergies can suffer. Seasonal allergic rhinitis, commonly referred to as hay fever, affects thousands of people in Central Florida. Symptoms include sneezing, stuffiness, a runny nose and itchiness in your nose, the roof of your mouth, throat, eyes or ears.

When you're a kid, there's nothing better than playing outdoors on a beautiful spring afternoon. But when allergy season kicks in, causing sneezing, coughing and runny noses, it's no fun for anyone, especially children who may have a history of asthma. How can parents know when it's okay to treat symptoms at home, or when it might be serious...

So you’re ready to start a family. Congratulations, and welcome to one of the most exciting times of your life! There’s so much to look forward to – so much to experience – and you can hardly wait to get started on the road to pregnancy. But is your body as prepared as it should be?