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Taking Care of an Ill Loved One

I didn't think of myself as the nurturing type as I grew up, but when my grandmother became seriously ill while I was in college, my caregiver side came out. I started living with her and balancing her care with my schoolwork. It was very challenging, but seeing her recover and regain her ability to live independently was well worth the five years of hard work. Now I'm returning again to help my grandmother so she can once again stay at home, and I've decided to share some of my experiences online to help other caregivers feel like they're not so alone.

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Are Dental Implants Suitable For Kids Who Are Missing Permanent Teeth?

Posted on June 26, 2015

Dental implants are commonly used to replace teeth that are permanently missing, but are they always the best option for missing teeth? If you have a child who is missing several permanent teeth, you may wonder if dental implants would be a good option to replace these teeth. Here are three things you should understand about missing teeth in kids and dental implants. Can kids get dental implants? A child's jawbone is not fully developed until he or she reaches a certain age. [Read More]

You Could Be Impairing Your Preschooler By Ignoring Their Vision Problem

Posted on June 8, 2015

If you feel like your preschooler is falling behind developmentally, it's important to make sure there isn't a problem with their vision. Up to 10 percent of preschool aged children may have vision problems, and catching and correcting the issue right away is going to be the key to dealing with it and helping your child. There are a few signs that you may think are caused by other conditions, or that you think are just part of being a child, that actually indicate there is a vision issue. [Read More]

What You Should Know About Tummy Tucks

Posted on May 27, 2015

Many people all over the United States are in pursuit of that perfect body. And if you are among them, you may be considering getting yourself a tummy tuck to help flatten your belly and get rid of some of the excess skin you have. But, before you run off to the plastic surgeon to get your consultation and schedule your surgery, make sure you have all of the facts about tummy tucks. [Read More]

Suffer From Allergies? 3 Ways To Help Relieve Your Symptoms

Posted on May 8, 2015

If you suffer with allergies, they can make you feel miserable, especially during the spring. The first thing you should do is to visit an allergist to get an allergy test so you know what you are allergic to. The doctor can give you medication to help relieve your symptoms. Besides this, the natural treatments below may give you some extra relief. Try A Neti Pot You can purchase a neti pot at most drug stores. [Read More]