Health + Wellness

The other day I was sitting at the gym thinking about what was ahead of me. It had been a week of so-so workouts. I was lacking energy and motivation. I showed up physically, but I wasn’t there mentally...

I truly believe that "for everything there is a season" and that we can learn from nature when it comes to letting go. One benefit of living up north is that we get to distinctly witness the four seasons. We...

Tension headaches are brutal — especially as a mom! They can affect you in so many ways. Causing pain, fatigue, discomfort, loss of focus, decreased productivity, lower patience tolerance, and accompanying mom guilt. A lot of moms struggle with...

I was overjoyed when I learned we were pregnant with our first child. We had tried for almost a year and my first infertility appointment turned into my first OB appointment. I had a preferred birth plan in place and...

Our job as parents is to help our kids grow, develop, and thrive. And while it's not a commonly used term in everyday life, a big part of kids' development focuses on "Activities of Daily Living," or ADLs as we...

Thank you to our partner ima Kids Care for sponsoring this article. There are many options for pediatricians in Fargo, so it's important to find the right fit for you and your family. Choosing a pediatrician can take time and...

Believe it or not, but telling your birth story is good for your health. There are various health benefits that come from sharing your own birth story. These benefits range from improved mental health and physical health to even...

If you are the parent of an adolescent child, you’ve probably heard about the HPV vaccine and may have some questions about getting your child vaccinated. At Essentia Health, pediatricians strongly recommend parents get their child vaccinated against the HPV...

I love meeting new people, hearing their stories, and learning from them. This world would be so boring if we were all the same. Some of my best friends hold vastly different viewpoints from my own, and I treasure...

  The decision to have children is a tough transition for a lot of mothers. From pregnancy struggles to the intensity of labor and delivery, and then the trial and error of the 4th trimester, we experience a lot to...