A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a transformative cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the midsection by removing excess skin and fat while tightening underlying muscles. A tummy tuck has many cosmetic benefits, such as providing a flatter, smoother abdominal area to improve your overall silhouette. While the surgery itself plays a crucial role in achieving desired results, preparation, postoperative care, and lifestyle choices are equally important for optimizing the outcome.
Read MoreThere are a whopping 15.1 million children around the globe who have lost both parents. These orphans often get shuffled around until they're able to find a permanent home. Are you considering fostering one of these beautiful babies? Or, are you already a foster parent? If so, then it's important to be aware of the challenges you'll face. Keep reading to learn about three strategies that will help you in your quest to share your love.
Read MoreStress is often synonymous with motherhood. There is definitely not a dull moment is this parenting game. It’s hard to escape the feeling that we are on a hamster wheel, and somewhere in the mix we tend to lose ourselves. Understandably so because there are only so many hours in the day and we are working 2 or more full time jobs between being a mother, having a career or managing household responsibilities. It never ends. It’s exhausting just thinking about everything we do as mothers. However, it doesn’t need to be. This feeling doesn’t need to be our “normal.”
Read MoreWhile some nursing mothers continue for longer periods, many begin to wean their babies off the breast at between 4 and 7 months, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The AAP recommends breastfeeding for a full year, but returning to work or preferring the flexibility of bottlefeeding makes it difficult for many mothers to nurse that long. When you feel the time is right, follow these tips to ease the transition for yourself and your baby.
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