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… Fight or flight Sometimes it’s hard to believe, but stress is a normal part of life. Stress is a normal physiologic reaction triggered by your brain to assist you in dealing with anything your mind perceives as a threat.  It is a protective … inevitable. As life becomes more demanding, there will always be a new “threat” for your brain to manage. Between these constant moments of fight or flight, your body and mind need to return …

… A balanced diet that includes whole grains, dairy and fresh fruits, vegetables and meats leads to a healthful lifestyle. But beyond the benefits of eating natural foods, there may be some real … than adults from the harmful effects of additives because they eat and drink more, relative to their body weight. The AAP calls for reforms to the U.S. food additive regulatory process.  … at a label and don’t recognized the words or compounds listed, put the item back on the shelf. Buy and serve fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables. Heat can cause plastics to leak BPA and …

… and important lessons. Among them: “There’s nothing wrong with asking for help.”   “I Want You To Come to Methodist” Andra’s cancer journey began with a simple wellness exam. She was changing … and recommended she see her doctor for a more thorough checkup. Andra had a mammogram at that visit, and her doctor also identified precancerous gynecologic concerns. She shared the news with … said. “We had families who were finally able to afford their other bills. They were able to buy a holiday meal that they didn’t think they could. Or they didn’t think they were going to be …

… parking spaces, the craze of new gadgets, the hustle and bustle of it all. When it comes to holiday shopping, you either love it, or you don’t. If you’re one of the many who don’t, I can’t promise to change your mind, but I can offer tips to help keep you healthy and sane as you make your way … you can avoid picking up any chills, headaches and nausea along with all the gifts you plan to buy. If you’re not so lucky though, give me a call at Methodist Physicians Clinic Risen Son – …

… For parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, figuring out what to gift the littles on that holiday shopping list can be challenging – especially when buying for kiddos who seem to have everything. Before snatching up whatever’s on their wish list this year, here are some helpful tips to help them build, imagine, create, explore and stay engaged with the world around them.   Books …

… Most parents who’ve given birth to a premature baby and have experienced a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) will … Pregnancies While there are a number of reasons a baby may need intensive care, some are tied to an unplanned pregnancy . “I didn’t know I was pregnant until 10 weeks,” said Ashley Wilken of … home alongside a skilled and caring NICU team at Methodist Women’s Hospital. “We have a lot of buy-in here, when it comes to seeing that these babies go on to live healthy, normal lives,” said …

… stressor in relationships. Finances shouldn’t be taboo As couples become serious, they tend to disclose their feelings on personal goals, family, relationship expectations, boundaries, life … for physical and mental health issues. It can also torpedo a relationship. It doesn’t have to be this way. Experiencing and working though these conflicts can be a healthy opportunity for … household income. Frequent instances of overdrawn accounts, seeking loans or not being able to balance financial obligations. One partner having total control over finances while the other …

… new forms of celebration this year. Although not easy, my husband and I made the decision to stay home for the holidays in a community effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as to prevent spread to our high-risk loved ones. While the people surrounding our holiday table are …

… single item stopped them in their tracks. In that instant, they knew exactly where they wanted to place their bid. They wanted to buy a catered dinner for families whose babies were in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at …

… but some things remain the same.  Among them is Methodist Physicians Clinic’s commitment to providing outstanding care to every member of the family, including children. Another is parents’ instinct to protect their … can to make these visits as safe as possible. This includes limiting who brings a child to the visit, screening before entering the building, masking for families and providers, scheduling …