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Coping with the Cold, How to Stay Cheerful During the Long Cold Winter

Coping with the Cold, How to Stay Cheerful During the Long Cold Winter By: Mary McPherson If you find yourself feeling a little “off” during the winter months, you’re not alone. The darkness. The cold. The stress, loneliness, and even grief that may come with the holidays. It can be a difficult time, and somehow…

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Is the Ketogenic Diet a Good Idea?

If you have been on the internet over the past year chances are you’ve heard something about the Keto Diet. Whether it be success stories, celebrity endorsements, Keto supplements or recipes, it is near impossible to ignore. So what is it exactly? Does it work? And should you try it? The Ketogenic (Keto) Diet is…

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What I’m Reading

Just when I wasn’t looking for it, the title “Gist: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids” by Michael Anderson and Tim Johanson, popped up on my Hoopla (my public library’s digital borrowing service) account.   Normally, this would invoke a quick skip to the next option as the number of various parenting books that I…

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A Winter Blues Fix: Healthy Delicious Soup

After the holiday festivities and indulgences are over, we have to weather the coldest part of winter in New England. One of my favorite ‘cleanse’ foods is a tofu vegetable soup that has a lots of green veggies, plant based protein in form of tofu and edamame, and a light vegetable stock. This is a vegan…

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Starting Solids Primer: Part 1

As a pediatric primary care provider one of the most common questions I get is: How do I know my baby is ready to start solids? And if they are ready, where do I start? This week we are starting a three part series we are calling the Starting Solids Primer to answer all of those questions.  …

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New Parent Winter Survival Tips

Congratulations! It’s your first winter as a new parent in snowy, cold New England. Whether your baby is brand new or nearing their first birthday here are some tips to enjoy the icy winter and not get stuck in the snow:   1. Get good at wearing that baby! Even the best stroller is no…

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Healthier Eating at Parties

Parties, family gatherings and big celebrations are usually filled with family, friends, and of course a feast of our favorite foods.   Don’t let these derail your healthy eating habits. Follow these 6 tips to stay on track while still enjoying parties with people you love! 1. Did you know the average Thanksgiving meal is 4,500 calories! One…

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