A few months ago, I shared my great experience with Q.care, and my daughter still talks about the time "that nice lady came to our house and helped me when I was sick." Fortunately, none of my children have needed medical attention since...
He would retreat to a dark room and stay for days. He would later emerge with grand plans and be the life of the party. The cycle would repeat until it became too much for those around him. We...
Infertility is a word that brings fear and heartache to women struggling to start a family. It can mean endless doctors appointments, tests, and medicines. It is a word that is heartbreaking and overwhelming. But there are also unimaginable...
Hey Moms! 2021 has already been quite the year. And yes, self-care is such a buzz word BUT it’s time to shift focus to yourself! Here’s why you should be practicing self-care EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.
Rates of burnout, depression, and...
March is National Nutrition Month, and as mothers, we can all relate to the ongoing mission {or saga} of trying to insert healthy food into the mouths of our kids. This can be particularly challenging in our current society,...
Eating disorders in children create a silent pain for many hiding behind self loathing, body shaming, feeling awkward and not really liking the skin they are in. How do we teach our children body positivity and keep them from this destructive...
When I heard I had the opportunity to write about eating disorders I thought YES, hell yes! I know all about you; I see you. This one is personal for me. It is unspoken and silent; it stealthily sneaks into...
Do any of you remember the pharmaceutical ad with the tagline, “Depression hurts, but you don’t have to”. It was an ad for an antidepressant several years ago. {Could have been five years ago, or even ten. It's 2021...
It’s National Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
I am a survivor of bulimia, anorexia, and obsessive and restricted eating.
I have a family history of eating disorders. You could say they run in my family.
I’ve been in therapy on and off since I...
It was early May and time to register my four year old son for preschool for the following fall. I handed his registration sheet to the sweet administrative assistant at his school for her to review. As she ran her...
Houston Guides + Resources
Pro Tips for Having a Great Day at the Houston Zoo
Updated April 2024
One of my favorite family friendly attractions to visit in Houston is the beloved Houston Zoo. Find us there several times throughout...
