When going through a high-risk pregnancy, you want to ensure you have the very best help at every moment. Because this is such a stressful experience, it’s crucial to have doctors that listen to your concerns and provide you with thorough information so you understand what’s going on throughout the process. If you’ve been trying […]
We’re once again at the start of a brand new school year, and many parents are searching for daycares. Whether you need supervision for the work day or just want to send them a few hours a week to help their development, it’s essential to ensure you find a space that will suit your child […]
Sometimes, the road to having your dream family is paved in grief. For many people, getting pregnant seems to be no issue which can make it all the more frustrating if infertility happens to you. And the advice people want to offer (“Have you tried just relaxing?” “Stay positive!”) is enough to make you want […]
The search for the right OBGYN can be a long and difficult journey. Whether you’re pregnant or just need someone for regular check-ups, it can be hard to find a professional who will listen to you and take your concerns seriously. And since these appointments tend to be pretty vulnerable, you need to find someone […]
Infertility is an experience unlike any other. It feels like with every negative pregnancy test, the body you thought you knew has decided to betray you, and you simply don’t understand why. And because it tends to come at a time when everyone around you is posting their pregnancy announcements, it can be very isolating. […]
One of my favorite things about meeting different parents is discovering that no one family is the same. The routines and rules you’ve created for your household probably won’t work so well for another. We all have unique traits that make life a little better. So when it comes to giving birth, why should your […]
Our kids start forming their personalities early on. From the very first few months of life, they’re already telling us all about what they like and what they don’t like. Because we watch all this happen, we get a pretty clear idea of what helps them thrive. This can be very helpful when it’s time […]
Pregnancy really has a way of messing with your body. While it’s all worth meeting your baby, nine months of your body stretching and transforming tend to lead to some uncomfortable symptoms. Thankfully, we’ve gotten to know the body pretty darn well and understand how to best assist it throughout this season. If you’re looking […]
People have been afraid of dentists for as long as there have been dentists. Going to a dental appointment isn’t exactly a fun experience, and it can especially be jarring if you’re a kid who doesn’t quite understand what is happening. The compassion needed for these appointments helps the Rocktown Dental team stand apart. This […]
For years, it seems like we’ve had very limited options for where to give birth. You could have a by-the-books hospital birth or a natural home birth, and that was it. Thankfully, birth centers came along and created a happy middle option to give you everything you need for birth in a home-like environment. If […]
This free group is for moms (and moms-to-be) around Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, Charlottesville, and the surrounding areas. And when you join this free Facebook group, it is my mission to provide you with an encouraging, supportive, and authentic place where we can share wins, resources, and connections in the local community. From the challenges to the joys - let's all support each other!
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