Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start, and that includes your diet. As the seasons change, adding fresh, nutrient-rich foods can help you feel your best. A simple way to improve your health is by making small changes to what you eat. Here are 10 foods to add to your meals this season…
It can be challenging when a child has feeding differences (often called picky eating). As a nutritionist, I understand that mealtimes can turn into stressful battles for both parents and kids. The struggle can be rooted in various things, like sensory sensitivities, anxiety around food, or simply a strong preference for certain tastes or textures. …
At The Birth Place at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, we know every pregnancy is different. Sometimes, labor needs a little help getting started. This is called labor induction, and it’s a safe and common way to help your baby arrive when needed. Why is labor induced? There are a few reasons your provider may…
Southern New Hampshire Health is here to support you and your loved ones. We encourage you to take an active role in your healthcare planning now and in the future. One of the most important ways to do this is by creating advance directives. What are advance directives? Advance directives are legal documents that allow…
Elliot Health System is here to support you and your loved ones. We encourage you to take an active role in your healthcare planning now and in the future. One of the most important ways to do this is by creating advance directives. What are advance directives? Advance directives are legal documents that allow you…
April is Caesarean Awareness Month, a time to recognize the experiences of mothers who undergo cesarean births and the healthcare professionals who support them. For Leeann Sims, RN, labor and delivery nursing is not just a career—it’s a calling. “From a young age, I was always interested in the medical field. I knew I wanted…
A heart attack doesn’t always look like it does in the movies- an old man clutching his chest in extreme pain. While that can happen, many people experience different symptoms that are too often ignored. Most people don’t describe heart attack symptoms as “pain.” Instead, they talk about pressure, tightness, or heaviness in the chest.…
A concussion is a type of brain injury that can happen after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. It is common in young athletes, but it can also occur from falls or accidents. While many children recover fully, concussions can temporarily affect how they think, feel, and function. How a concussion affects the…
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs, primarily affecting the legs and feet. PAD often results from atherosclerosis, where cholesterol deposits build up in the artery walls and restrict blood circulation. Symptoms of peripheral artery disease The primary symptom of PAD is muscle…
For many expectant parents, preparing for labor and delivery includes outlining their preferences for the experience. Traditionally, this has been called a birth plan, but I prefer the term “birthing goals” as it is nearly impossible for everything during labor and delivery to go exactly as planned. Reframing this as setting goals can help parents…