Our mothers and grandmothers called it the change – the mysterious process during which females become unpredictably moody, irritable, short-tempered, and most of all, hot. We now refer to this…
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The emergence of vaccines to protect kids against COVID-19 means it’s important for parents to stay informed about how science can save lives.
You have just delivered your baby and are adjusting to the many surprises of parenthood when you receive a call from the pediatrician. After you exchange pleasantries, the doctor…
Virginia Physicians for Women patient Rachel Ramirez experienced three miscarriages in five pregnancies. Now she is sharing her story and the resources that helped her through it. My name is…
Dr. Amanda Vaughan discusses the serious respiratory virus that surged among children earlier than usual this year – and how mothers-to-be can help vaccine research aimed to prevent it. While…
Updated Nov 12, 2021 Since the school year began, parents across our region have been understandably anxious about their child’s risk of exposure to COVID-19 in the classroom. Positive cases…
Great advice for couples on how to strengthen relationships from local counselor James Harris of Men to Heal: Help each other without being asked!
The upcoming winter months can bring a host of common childhood illnesses to the forefront of our minds such as colds, flu, and bronchiolitis, which is more commonly referred to…
by Kim Tschantre My first experience with acupuncture fifteen years ago resulted in a successful pregnancy, so I didn’t have to be asked twice when offered a free session at…
Acupuncture is steadily becoming a more popular treatment option for many people. Americans are increasingly wary of taking medications due to the many side effects. As a result, there is…
Valerie James Abbott didn’t know how common early hearing loss was until her daughter Bridget was diagnosed at the age of two. “When she was born, she passed the newborn…
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU hosts COVID vaccine town hall for parents and caregivers of kids ages 5-11 RICHMOND, Va. (November 8, 2021) — Wednesday evening Children’s Hospital of Richmond…