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Category Archives: Stethoscopes and Strollers

All About GBS (Group B Streptococcus)

I have heard a lot of questions about group B streptococcus (GBS) from my patients this week. So here’s some info to answer all of the questions you might have about GBS. What is group B streptococcus (GBS)? Group B streptococcus is one of the many types of bacteria that live in the body and […]

Creating Cherished Family Memories

One important family Christmas tradition in our home is baking. From generation to generation, cookie recipes have been handed down. These cookies have been made annually by my family, making new memories together each year.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine system disorder among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have enlarged ovaries that contain small collections of fluid, called follicles located in each ovary as seen during an ultrasound exam.

Christmas in Central Illinois

It’s officially time to start thinking about Christmas! There are so many great things in our area to do with your family to get in the Christmas spirit.  These are a few of our favorites and a couple new ones that we are planning to check out this year.

Christmas Card Ideas

Even though Thanksgiving is barely over and you’re probably still munching on turkey and pumpkin pie – if you’re anything like me, you’re already planning your family Christmas card pictures.

Age Appropriate Chores

Now that I am a mom, I find myself appreciating my amazing parents on a whole new level. I am so blessed to have been raised by two of the most wonderful parents in the world. I admire them so much, and for so many things. One of the biggest is for teaching me and […]

Can I Eat Fish If I’m Pregnant?

Despite the previous concern regarding mercury levels in fish, the FDA now recommends that women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or plan on becoming pregnant consume more fish.

VBAC: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean

If you have experienced a cesarean delivery, you are not alone. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the cesarean delivery rate in the US increased dramatically over the past four decades, from 5% in 1970 to over 31% in 2007.

5 Easy Tailgating Recipes

Fall is a favorite time of the year for my family. We love the changing colors, falling leaves, pumpkin patches, hayrides and FOOTBALL!

Top 5 Ways to Ensure Your Baby is Safe in the Car

Bethany, from Birth with Bethany is guest posting for Leslie Taggart today on keeping your child safe in the car. As a CPST (child passenger safety technician), I’ve seen some very, shall we say, creative(?) uses and placements of car seats. When we become parents, our lives tend to revolve around this very tiny, very […]