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The feelings of being overwhelmed by cancer

The feelings of being overwhelmed by cancer

I’m of an age when my family and friends are growing into health issues — many of them potentially life-limiting. I have no fewer than six people I know waging war with cancer; different cancers, but all of them determined to be a victor. And when you are up close and talking one-on-one with them, […]
Lois Ustanko, RN 9 min read
The benefits of exercising during pregnancy

The benefits of exercising during pregnancy

Get energized and prepare for birth by exercising wisely.
JoLyn Seitz, MD 5 min read
Toilet training your toddler

Toilet training your toddler

How to tell when your kid is ready for potty training
SHN Staff 11 min read
Tips for handling holiday stress while fighting cancer

Tips for handling holiday stress while fighting cancer

You might not feel as festive as usual, so set realistic expectations
Chery Hysjulien, RN, PsyD, LP 2 min read
Q&A: A new parent’s guide to labor and delivery

Q&A: A new parent’s guide to labor and delivery

Stages of childbirth look different for each baby but the natural process is the same
SHN Staff 7 min read
Upset stomach? Try mild, protein packed red pepper hummus

Upset stomach? Try mild, protein packed red pepper hummus

This is one of the easiest ways to add protein into your diet. Garbanzo beans are packed with protein and the red pepper adds that touch of sweetness. Hummus is so versatile and easy to tolerate. Grab some of those raw veggies and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 – 16 ounce can garbanzo beans 2 tablespoons tahini […]
Ellen Grimlie, LRD 2 min read
Preparing your child to become a sibling

Preparing your child to become a sibling

From 2 months to 5 years, help prepare your child for a new brother or sister.
SHN Staff 5 min read
Cancer being reported more frequently during pregnancy

Cancer being reported more frequently during pregnancy

Pregnant with cancer: What every mom should know.
Lacey Krebsbach, MD 18 min read
Update on the Zika virus and pregnancy

Update on the Zika virus and pregnancy

Zika: How virus affects pregnancy, birth defects, travel.
SHN Staff 7 min read
Why your baby has a flat head and how to prevent it

Why your baby has a flat head and how to prevent it

A baby has a soft skull making it easy for it to flatten
Tracie Newman, MD 4 min read

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