This story was contributed by Harvey Karp, M.D. For so many kids, back-to-school season is full of excitement! They get to pick out a new lunchbox or backpack, see old friends, play at recess, and return to a more predictable routine. The truth is: While children...
Meet Lorry Lorry Hanna Registered Nurse About Lorry: Meet Lorry, a dedicated Registered Nurse with over eight years of experience in healthcare. Originally from the Bahamas, Lorry’s journey has been fueled by a deep passion for...
Cozy & Spooky Season Home Decor Discover ways to transforming your home this autumn with our curated list of fall and Halloween decor finds. From cozy autumnal accents to spooky Halloween essentials, get inspired to create a festive and inviting atmosphere for the...
Did you know August is National Black Business Month? Black Business Month was founded by John William Templeton, a historian, and Frederick E. Jordan Sr., a civil engineer, in 2004 “to drive the policy agenda affecting the 2.6 million African American...
Introducing Markeishia Smith: Polk County Native and Local Attorney I met Markeishia earlier this year at a networking event, and I’ll admit, I was a bit intimidated at first. She’s a statuesque beauty with a dazzling smile, a friendly personality, and she’s...
Capturing School Memories Relive Every Moment Capture the joy and excitement of your child’s school events with these tips from Photographers Crystal Lovell & 863 Photography Tips from a busy mom First day of school photos are a big deal for me. They’re my...
Get your kids pumped for back-to-school with fun (and functional!) new gear. From whimsical patterns to minimalist designs, these matching lunchbox and backpack pairings are so stylish, they might just distract them from the fact that summer’s almost over. STATE...
Meet Melani Denton Meet Melani Denton. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Melani moved to Polk County 12 years ago and has made it her home ever since. It’s here that she met her fiancé and has raised her children. Melani is a dedicated full-time mom to two girls...
This story originally appeared on the Local Moms Network. Breastfeeding moms: Have you heard of tongue-tie? If you decide to breastfeed your baby, there are many things you’ll do to be successful and comfortable: moderate your milk supply, treat sore nipples, and try...
This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. Recently, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy announced plans to recommend warning labels for social media similar to cigarette and alcohol ones. He told NPR that the warnings would bring awareness of the risks...
