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Dyspareunia: When Pain Gets in the Way of Intimacy
Dyspareunia, or painful sex, as it is more commonly known, is a condition that is not often talked about but is one that we see quite regularly at our pelvic physical therapy practice.
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Sex Drive: Am I Normal? | Sexual Health Awareness Week
Talking about sex drive is still as taboo as discussing politics at Aunt Karen’s birthday party.
That’s because sex drive is complicated, to say the least. So many factors play into a woman’s desire to...
The “Return to Work”-ing Mom
The call to return to work in-person is a major adjustment— take stock of your needs.
I was standing in an unusually long camp drop-off line when I got the email. I had 36 days...
Playing Outdoors: The Impact of Nature on Your Child’s Health
Playing outdoors impacts our kids in ways we never imagined!
“What impact does nature have on your child’s health?”
Everything! Research shows it's optimal for children to get 14+ hours a week of outside time.
The...
What Would You Do with 10 Hours Alone? My Solo Self-Care Journey
I got in my car, and I drove five hours north. It was normally something I would have dreaded doing on my own, but this time I was armed with an audiobook and an...
Losing Our Baby at 25 Weeks: Our Path to Surrogacy
The path to surrogacy is often one with more questions than answers.
In early January 2019, my husband, Seth, and I decided that it was time to start our own family. We met in graduate...
C’est La Vie! Why We Decided to Move to France During a Pandemic
My pandemic anxiety peaked around July. I could not deny that we would still be facing COVID-19 in the fall and needed to make difficult back-to-school decisions. This dilemma, coupled with months of political...
Off to College During COVID: One Mother’s Story
When a child goes to college, it’s not a surprise. In fact, I trained for this day since my son, Bailey, was born, but his leaving was a day I dreaded. Ultimately, I wanted...
I’m Just a Parent This Year: An Educator’s Take on the Pandemic
Jacquelyn Randle shares an educator's take on the pandemic.
As early as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be a teacher. Seeing my mother and aunts in the classroom, along with my Barbie teacher...
Giving Back: Involving the Family is Easier than You Think
I’ve worked directly with volunteers for nearly ten years within various organizations in St. Louis. One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, “How can I get my kids involved?” Or, “Can...