By Alexzandra Cockerham My overall experience with Beebe was great! From the folks who greeted us at the door on our way in, to those who said goodbye on our way out, everyone was so kind. When I first arrived at the labor and delivery unit, I was having some pretty painful contractions. Dr. Russell
When Caroline Sherman and her husband, Tyler, of Millsboro had their daughter two years ago, Caroline experienced some severe symptoms of post-partum depression. She breastfed her baby for a little while, but eventually gave up. “I was always tired. I didn’t want to go anywhere. And, I didn’t even
I tried. I pushed onward with my Amazon shopping and eventually formulated a perfect cart full of glass lunch containers, bee’s wax tupperware coverings, and organic deodorant. I was “going green” because I was going to save the planet for my son. Reducing our carbon footprint had been on my mind
All you have to do is say the word “colonoscopy” and most older adults cringe. I don’t even have to describe what the night before feels like, the fullness, the cramps in the abdomen, the nausea, the hours glued to the toilet, if you are over 60 (Well, I hope I don’t have to describe it to you. If I
As a busy mom, Andrea Escamilla of Lewes understood what factors went into having a good experience as a labor and delivery patient. These factors included being heard, valued, and respected, while also feeling empowered to embrace and stick to her desired birth plan. So, when it came time for
I have been feeling really crappy for a couple of months now. It starts in the late afternoon. I feel tired – but not sleepy tired, tired like I’ve just gone for a super long run. I can’t drink enough water. At 4:30 p.m. on the nose, I sprint out of my office, frequently having to dash back in to
When I was nine, I couldn’t wait to be 10. Turning the big double-digits was all I could think about for the six months before my birthday. When I turned ten, my Aunt Judee ( Judee, my fairy godmother, blog) took me to get my ears pierced. Ten was awesome. I was older, and when you’re a kid, that’s
We all know that exercise and movement help our bodies function and that it is important to move to keep our bodies healthy and lean. However, life can get in the way. Kids, spouses, work, aging parents, and other obligations can cause our health – and exercising – to take a back seat! When it comes
Holding yourself accountable for the popcorn you snack on while you’re watching television, the few bites you steal from your significant other’s plate, and your usual daily meals can make a big difference when trying to live a happier, healthy life. The benefits of keeping a food journal include
Losing weight and keeping it off can be a life-long struggle for some. In certain cases, people are unable to lose the weight necessary to be healthy. If you are struggling, talk to your primary care provider about whether you might be a candidate for surgical weight loss programs. Weight loss
