Nov 3, 2021 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Heart, Health, Moms & Dads
By Guest Blogger Jen Seeba Maybe you can’t see it, but I can. This picture makes me nauseous. I remember having to get her flower girl’s dress taken in to accommodate her thin frame. Her mood swings and dark circles under her eyes that night at her...
Jan 30, 2018 | Children's Health & Wellness, Health, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Jen Seeba This a marathon, not a sprint. But it’s been over a year, we are still running, and there is no finish line. “I wet the bed,” my 7-year-old daughter mumbles as she crawls into bed with us. Odd — this is my girl who potty-trained in a...
Nov 1, 2016 | -, Books, Supplies & Gear, Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Elizabeth T. Walsh, MD, Board Certified Pediatric Endocrinologist, Brenner Children’s Hospital When a child is first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, a family may feel confused and overwhelmed. It can be difficult to navigate through the correct information...
Dec 15, 2014 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Elizabeth Walsh, MD, assistant professor of Pediatric Endocrinology at Wake Forest Baptist Health Brenner Children’s Hospital As a pediatric endocrinologist, I treat many children with diabetes. As part of my practice, I frequently discuss with parents the...
Oct 11, 2010 | -, Children's Health & Wellness, Health
By Amy Takacs “Just pee in the cup and we’ll go get ice cream as soon as we leave here.” I find myself negotiating with my five-year-old daughter, Claire, who is refusing to provide a specimen at the pediatrician’s office. “This won’t take long. We just need to see if...
Nov 8, 2023 | Adults, Burlington, By Location, By Stage, Family Time, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Resources, Non Profits, Parenting & Family, Tweens & Teens, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders Although some organizations may have changed their volunteer opportunities since the pandemic, there are still plenty of ways to get involved in the community and give your time and support to those who need it. Over the past couple...
Sep 30, 2023 | Children's Health & Wellness, Exercise, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Sports, Sports, Art & Enrichment, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Tracy Huneycutt Navigating the preteen years (ages 9-12) can be challenging for children and their parents. It is a season of many social, emotional, and physical transformations. Preteens often experience changes in their moods and energy levels, are...
May 4, 2023 | Adult Health & Wellness, Babies, From the Doctor, Health, Just for Moms, Pregnancy & Babies, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders Did you know Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist has a one-of-a-kind midwifery program in the Triad? It provides a holistic approach to women’s care, with certified nurse midwives available from the first prenatal appointment to...
Feb 2, 2023 | -
By TMoM Team Member Sarah Marchwiany This private school directory is sponsored by Calvary Day School. Calvary Day School has a passion and a commitment to provide an encouraging, safe, and engaging school community. Students, from preschool through high school, are...
Feb 1, 2023 | Camps, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources, Recreation, Winston-Salem
Are you looking for Winston-Salem Summer Camps or something in the surrounding area? Scroll down this post to view all of your options in the Winston-Salem area. You will always find this list on our directories page here. Many Winston-Salem camps can fit into more...
Jun 23, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, Burlington, Children's Health & Wellness, Greensboro, Health, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Kernersville, Local Resources, Parent & Child Groups / Support Groups, Winston-Salem
Updated by TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders You never know when your life might take a turn that feels too difficult to navigate on your own. That’s the time to find some support. We hope this list will help you find that support quickly in your time of need....
Apr 22, 2022 | Adult Health & Wellness, Camps, Children's Health & Wellness, Desserteries & Coffee Houses, Education, Food & Nutrition, Friday Finds, Health, Local Resources, Preschool, Recreation
By TMoM Team Member Katie Moosbrugger Taking care of you and your family is important no matter the time of year. Keep reading to learn several helpful ways to make this happen (including a giveaway just for moms!)…. Summer Camps at Imprints Cares Individualized...
Feb 24, 2022 | Children's Health & Wellness, Food & Nutrition, Food Allergies / Diets / Restrictions, From the Doctor, Health, Nutrition
By Guest Blogger Lauren Mardeusz, RD As a dietitian I often hear about difficulties that parents face when it comes to feeding their little ones. I have helped families navigate the waters of difficulties like failure to thrive, food allergies, GI dysfunction, feeding...
Feb 5, 2021 | Adult Health & Wellness, Adults, By Stage, Food & Nutrition, Food Allergies / Diets / Restrictions, Health, Nutrition
By Guest Blogger Tracy Huneycutt I have read several articles in recent weeks contesting the success of intermittent fasting, a dietary lifestyle which has gained momentum in recent years. As someone who is actively participating in intermittent fasting and enjoys...
Nov 7, 2020 | Food & Nutrition, Nutrition, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas
By Guest Blogger Laura Buxenbaum, MPH, RD, LDN Between fad diets, workout routines, and an ever-growing list of supplements, Americans are looking for the best way to take control of their health. As a Registered Dietitian, I look to food first when it comes to...
Jul 9, 2020 | By Stage, Education, From the Heart, High School & Beyond, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Chanel James July 2020. How did we get HERE? I mean, I do have a few guesses, but that might start some drama. Specifically, how did we get here… the place where your baby is leaving for college. Away from you. Away from your protection. Into a world...
May 1, 2020 | Babies, By Location, By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Health, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Alison Gardner, MD, MS, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Brenner Children’s, Wake Forest Baptist Health If your child is in need of immediate care that is not life threatening, our pediatric emergency medicine specialists are available to have a video...
Apr 21, 2020 | Adult Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, High Point
By Guest Blogger Tiffany Allen, FNP-C, WHNP-BC, with Triad Lifestyle Medicine As a Nurse Practitioner, I am often asked, “What is your specialty?” When I reply, “Lifestyle Medicine,” I usually get an inquisitive look. Yes, this is a newer approach to medicine; but...
Sep 5, 2019 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, Teens & Tweens
By Guest Blogger Betsy Armentrout, MD, Wake Forest Baptist Health – Ford, Simpson, Lively and Rice Pediatrics Just before I sat down to write this article, I read an email briefing from the American Academy of Pediatrics that Pinterest is changing its search engine...
Mar 30, 2019 | Adult Health & Wellness, Health, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Guest Blogger Felicity Lewis While pregnancy is a beautiful process and an amazing experience, it totally rocks your world. All of a sudden, you find yourself worrying about so many different aspects of your world. While pregnant, we worry about the mundane—the...
Feb 11, 2019 | Adult Health & Wellness, Babies, Health, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Catherine G. I’ve always known I wanted to have kids one day. I never imagined I’d give birth for the first time at 45 years old. My enchantment with little ones materialized when I was 11 years old and babysat the twin girl toddlers who lived in my...
Jun 14, 2018 | Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, High Point, Safety
By Jim Anderson, MD, Pediatrician, Cornerstone Pediatrics at Premier (An affiliate of Wake Forest Baptist Health) The summer months offer a great opportunity to focus on your child’s health and get a game plan together without the distraction of school-year...
Feb 27, 2018 | Adult Health & Wellness, Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Dr. Tom Nixon, owner of Twin City Health Before we begin, you should know that you are doing better than you think you are! The simple fact that you are reading this shows you love your children. Take a few moments today and celebrate all the WINS you have...
Dec 27, 2017 | Adult Health & Wellness, Children's Health & Wellness, Food & Nutrition, Food Allergies / Diets / Restrictions, Health, Hot Topics, Nutrition, Recreation
By Cathy Gold, owner of FaBuLife and Gold Standard Fitness We were wrong! I am a nurse practitioner, nutrition coach, and personal trainer. When I say “we,” I mean all of us – exercise professionals, medical professionals, and nutrition experts. A lot of the advice...
Aug 29, 2017 | Adult Health & Wellness, Babies, From the Doctor, Health, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Team Baby+Company You might be starting to think about having a baby, or maybe trying for number two or three? But did you know there are some easy steps you can take to improve your health and better equip your body to conceive? That’s why Baby+Co. created their...
Sep 20, 2016 | Children's Health & Wellness, Health, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By: Sue Pedaline, Women’s Hospital’s VP, Nursing and Patient Care Services At Women’s Hospital, we believe in the importance of family-centered maternity care. After all, when your baby is born, it’s life changing. That’s why it’s so important to support bonding...
Aug 2, 2016 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Elizabeth Halvorson, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Brenner Children’s Hospital, Wake Forest School of Medicine Childhood obesity remains a major health concern. More than 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese, which puts them...
Feb 12, 2016 | Children's Health & Wellness, Developmental Concerns, From the Doctor, Health
By Guest Blogger Michael J. Walsh, MD, assistant professor and pediatric cardiologist, Wake Forest Baptist Health Brenner Children’s Hospital Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, and they affect about 1 in 100 babies. That is why screening...
Jan 4, 2016 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Guest Blogger Amy Jo Wallace, MD, Wake Forest Baptist Health Pediatrics –Kernersville Children tend to get sick this time of the year. Many cold viruses and stomach bugs make the rounds in schools and day cares throughout the winter. While some people may refer to...
Dec 15, 2015 | Children's Health & Wellness, Health, Local Resources, Non Profits
By Guest Blogger Caren Grice When Marty Tennille talks about feeding children, it’s crystal clear that she and her husband Ben are doing exactly what God has called them to do. One Sunday morning in 2013, the congregation at Centenary United Methodist church was...
