Influenza or COVID? Answering Common Questions About Flu Season
by Mindy L. Calandro, MD, FAAP on
In a year that has been dominated by uncertainty from a “novel” virus, one thing that is for sure is that the influenza virus will be making its appearance in the coming weeks. It is important to remember that influenza kills otherwise healthy adults... Read full article
Coronavirus Cancellations & Postponements
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Due to Coronavirus concerns, many events and festivals scheduled around town have been cancelled or postponed. Here are the current cancellations and postponements. This will be updated as we are made aware of them.... Read full article
Valentine's Day Party
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February is a great time to focus on family fun and traditions by hosting a Valentine’s Day party.... Read full article
Just Another Pinterest Fail
by Tommie Loftin on
Ok, I admit it. I am not a Pinterest mom. I’ve tried and failed and tried again. It’s just not in the cards for me. My cupcakes are not organic, and my sandwiches still have the crusts on, and I’m lucky if I match when I walk out the door every morni... Read full article
Mardi Gras Grinch
by Mari Walker on
Can you imagine living in south Louisiana and not being enamored by Mardi Gras? The parades! The floats! The throws! The bands! The galas! The king cake! ... Read full article
15 Must-Have Apps for a Successful Holiday Season
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Surviving the holiday season requires a little super power, a little creativity, and a lot of organization. While it wouldn’t hurt to have Martha Stewart’s number in your phone contacts, most of us are not that lucky. Instead, we have come up with 15... Read full article
Yoga Anyone? Four Reasons to Give Yoga a Try
by Amy Delaney on
I first started stretching and “down-dogging” a few years back. I began my yoga adventure at a local studio, taking in-person classes. I remember asking my classmates, “Why isn’t there a line around the block for yoga?” To this day, I still wonder. Y... Read full article
Hope for Hearing
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With her surgery, the doctors hope to help bring Victoria’s hearing to function at 100 percent.... Read full article
What’s a Staddy? Stay-at-Home-Dads
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Parenting is more or less a series of trials and errors from which you hope that all parties emerge mentally unscathed, physically healthy, and sufficiently potty-trained.... Read full article
Yes Means Yes, No Means No: Teaching Consent to Your Children
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Sexual assault is an overwhelming issue. High profile cases of rape are splattered across news websites, newspapers, and social media.... Read full article