Real Life

110 Blood Units and 3 Flatlines Later, I’m Alive: Abby’s Story

Abby’s life was on the line after colliding with a truck on the highway. A life flight, multiple blood units and flatlines later, she's alive to tell her story....

6 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for a Medical Emergency Later

No one plans an emergency, but you’re likely to face one at some point. Learn how to prepare for a medical emergency to quickly get the best care possible....

6 Must-Ask Questions When You (or Your Child) Are Sick

A trip to the same-day sick clinic or urgent care can leave you anxious and wishing you had more information. Next time, be prepared with these questions to ask....

Feeling Anxious at Work? 5 Ways to Alleviate Anxiety in Your Workspace

A lot of people feel anxiety at work. But making even small changes to your workspace can have a big impact on your work-related anxiety....

“So This Is What It Feels Like to Be a Parent” — Overcoming Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression can look different from person to person, pregnancy to pregnancy. Guest writer Aimee Nienstedt Dickson shares her experience....

Dealing With Changing Skin? How to Troubleshoot Your Skin Care Routine

Sun damage, aging and life events can all cause changes to your skin. Taking the right steps can keep your skin feeling and looking its best....

11 Things I Learned About Having a Child With Special Needs

“When I look back at myself as a terrified mother, and then look at the person I am today, I wouldn’t trade a minute of it for anything.” — Amanda Davis. Read her story....

How to Talk to Your Kids About War — 5 Tips to Get You Started

Are your kids asking about war? These five tips can aid the conversation....

I Think My Kid Is Allergic to Our Pet — Now What?

If your child develops a pet allergy, it doesn't necessarily mean saying goodbye to the family pet. Here's how to recognize and manage your child's pet allergy....

A Parent’s Guide to Managing Teens and Social Media — 6 Tips to Know

Social media is a part of daily life for most teens. These tips will help parents navigate their teen’s social media use to keep them safe....