By Crystal Ladwig Perhaps the biggest objection that many people have to homeschooling is the idea that there is an apparent lack of socialization for homeschooled children. To be honest, this was the biggest concern that my husband and I… read more
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Does My Child Have Too Much Anxiety?
By Crystal Ladwig Anxiety disorders among children are growing at an alarming rate. The National Institutes of Health report that more than 30 percent of adolescents experience anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorders during their lifetime. The… read more
Overcoming the Stigma: One girl’s journey with gastroparesis, celiac disease and an autoimmune disorder
By Colleen McTiernan | Photos by Tanya Consaul Photography When at 14 days old Allison Leonard still had not had her first bowel movement, doctors knew something was wrong. They determined that something was wrong with her gastrointestinal system. They… read more
Refreshing Summer Fruit Salad
By Colleen McTiernan After spending the day basking in the hot sun, a cool, crisp meal seems to be in order. Rather than a popsicle or a bowl of ice cream, consider a nice light fruit salad to keep you… read more
#NoFilter: The downfalls of social media
By Jessica Franklin | Photo Courtesy of Jessica Franklin I snapped the picture of my 3-year-old proudly holding up his artwork and smiled. Ah, but look at the mess behind him. Quickly, I shoved the stack of papers and the… read more
17 Fantastic Father’s Day Finds
By Ashleigh Braun & Colleen McTiernan | Photos Courtesy of Manufacturers & Irving Publications Father’s Day is fast approaching! To help you find the perfect present to give the father in your life this June 17, we found 17 gifts… read more
Drink Up!
By Ashleigh Braun & Colleen McTiernan | Photos courtesy of manufacturers Tea is not just for drinking anymore! From green tea to black tea and every tea in between, beauty companies are now infusing their products with these skin-soothing brews.… read more
Fun in the Sun: Constructing your own solar oven
By Colleen McTiernan | Photo by Jimmy Ho Photography Instead of dreading the heat this summer, use it to your advantage by engaging in a fun, food-related project with your little ones. With these instructions for an easy-to-make solar oven,… read more
An Inside Look at our Local Labor & Delivery Rooms
Photos courtesy of UF Health Shands Hospital & Indigo & Co. Photography While the birth of your child, whether your first or your fifth, is an exciting time, it can also be very nerve-wracking for moms. If you are giving… read more
Our Volunteering Family: The Garrett Family
Volunteering has been deeply ingrained in the Garrett family DNA from the beginning. In fact, Jenn Garrett met her husband Tim during their undergraduate studies through Alternative Spring Break, a group that organized community service projects during spring break. “Helping… read more
