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Dr. Jim on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus that usually causes symptoms of a mild cold, and is currently (as of fall 2022) experiencing a surge. Here’s Dr. Jim with a video describing why we’re seeing this surge in RSV, symptoms, prevention tips, at-home treatments, and advice for when to seek medical treatment. For those […]

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November 8, 2022 November 18, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

Top Tips for a Successful Start to Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding and brain development

August 5th, 2022 By Erin Sears-Basile   As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week (August 1st through 7th), I wanted to briefly share my favorite breastfeeding tips that helped me when I was beginning my journey as a brand new mom. For more information on each of these topics, explore our Breastfeeding section.   Skin to […]

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August 7, 2022 February 14, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

Managing Mommy Burnouts

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Tips To Let Go Of Perfectionism And Find Balance In Your Parenting Style Burnout is a state of emotional exhaustion.  A mom feels burnout when she has been out of balance for too long. With so much energy draining out of her, she reaches a point where she feels she has nothing left to give, […]

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April 19, 2021 April 19, 2021 Dr. Bill Sears

Stuttering

When Should I Be Concerned About My Child’s Stuttering? A question we frequently get in our medical practice, mainly from parents of three and four year old’s, is: “When should I be concerned about my child’s stuttering?”  Here’s what “stuttering” really is and how to help yourself – and your child – manage it. Stages […]

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April 12, 2021 April 12, 2021 Dr. Bill Sears

Building Your Mommy Tribe

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Tips to Help You Find a Supportive Community and Connect With Other Moms Question: I am a first-time mom to a beautiful 8-month-old girl and I am feeling really disconnected and lonely. How can I find some support right now and build a mommy tribe? This special, fleeting time in your life highlights the dichotomy […]

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March 24, 2021 March 24, 2021 Dr. Bill Sears

Self-Love and Postpartum Weight Loss Tips

Postpartum Weight Loss

Postpartum Weight Loss: Achieving Weight Loss Goals with a Healthy Mindset I thought breastfeeding was supposed to help me lose weight! Currently, I am 9 months postpartum and still 15 pounds heavier than I am used to. I do moderate workouts a few times a week and try to eat healthy most of the time. […]

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February 11, 2021 February 11, 2021 Dr. Bill Sears

The Healthy Motherhood Journal

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Practices, Prompts, and Support for Women in Baby’s First Year A beautiful journal to support new moms during the first year of baby’s life “Becoming a mother is one of the most profound transformations a woman will ever go through. The opportunity to open yourself up to spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental growth is right […]

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February 9, 2021 September 13, 2021 Dr. Bill Sears

Sibling Rivalry: 20 Tips to Stop the Friction

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How to Stop Sibling Rivalry and Promote Sibling Harmony As parents – and referees – of eight children, we have survived personality clashes, ability battles, attention tactics, and multiple mini-battles, only to conclude that sibling rivalry, like nightwaking, is one of the inevitable annoyances of having children. We also learned that the degree of sibling […]

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January 5, 2021 January 25, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

How to Say No

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How to Say No Positively “No” is a power-packed word, quick on the lips, easy to say. Your child will hear you use this word often, and you will hear it from your child as well. It’s necessary for a parent to learn how to say “no” to a child so the child can later […]

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January 5, 2021 October 29, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

Attachment Parenting Babies

Attachment Parenting Babies are Raised the Way Nature Intended The 7 Baby B’s Attachment parenting is a style of caring for your infant that brings out the best in the baby and the parents. Learn how attachment parenting babies grow up happier and healthier with these 7 practices. 1. Birth bonding The way baby and […]

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December 29, 2020 February 25, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

Antidepressants and Weaning

Antidepressants and Weaning

Antidepressants and Weaning: Consider All Options Physicians sometimes recommend weaning while taking antidepressants or other psychiatric medications. Doctors do this because it seems to them the safest and simplest alternative. You may have to be the one who seeks out additional information. Don’t be timid to press your physician to learn more about medications and […]

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December 23, 2020 December 23, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears

Mastitis

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Mastitis: Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment Mastitis means that the breast is inflamed, and there is swelling, redness, tenderness, and pain. There may be an infection, so it is wise to consult your health-care provider to determine whether or not an antibiotic is necessary. A breast infection can become a breast abscess that requires surgical draining, […]

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December 22, 2020 December 22, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears
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