Health + Wellness

Four years ago, my world changed forever. And when I say forever, I mean forever. Not one thing has been the same. On July 26, 2017, even our address changed the very same night. Family tragedies suck you into a...

So far, the year 2020 has been rough. We still have three months left in what could quickly go down as the worst series of unfortunate events to occur in a single calendar year, at least in my lifetime!...

In my past life, I worked with sexual abuse victims. No age is too young, and nothing provides immunity.  Now that I’m a mom of two young kiddos, I parent very deliberately to give possible tools to prevent abuse....

As a special needs mom, I am often getting random advice from those who love me. “Please remember to take care of yourself also. Your mental health is so important as a special needs mom.” As much as I...

If you would have told me 20 years ago that when I turned 35 years old, I would have five kids, be married, have a full-time career working for Child Protective Services, and I would be trying to maintain...

Well, you finally made it—33 weeks and counting. Things are starting to get uncomfortable, and your body is adjusting... maybe even rebelling a little (yes, someday your ribs won't itch like this anymore). Sweet baby Olivia can come any...

Lubbock is well known for its outstanding medical facilities and exceptional physicians but finding the best fit can be a challenge for new parents, transplants to Lubbock, or those searching for the best health practitioners for their families. In an...

There seems to be a strict divide among vacation choices. “I’m a beach kind of girl” or “I want to stay in the city, no outdoorsy stuff for me.” I am here to tell you that you can be...

Burpees are the very worst. I don’t know if there is anyone out there who really enjoys burpees. I mean, I’m pretty sure whoever invented them has had some pretty mean things said in their name a time or two....

Your day is busy, right? You're cleaning, playing with the children, and making so many different lunch and dinners that it just leads to more cleaning. Stay at home mom life is hard. It's hard work that it is stereotyped...