Working in the field of population health, I see the impact of chronic disease on overall health and health care costs on a daily basis. Did you know that 6 in 10 U.S. adults have a chronic disease? 4 in 10 have two or more! Heart disease, diabetes, and cancer are the leading causes of… Continue reading Eating Plant-Based for a Week
The truth is…I’m getting better
"When you shed light on something dark and shameful, it’s exposed and it begins to lose it’s power.” Rachel Druckenmiller I came across this quote in an article I read at work related to mental health. The truth of this quote resonated deeply with me as I had just publicly shared my struggle with postpartum… Continue reading The truth is…I’m getting better
Skylar’s 4 Month Update
As you're reading this, Skylar is actually almost 5 months old. Our summer has already been crazy busy. Between work and family commitments, I have had little time to focus on writing. I didn't want to miss sharing this post though because a lot has changed since Skylar's 2 month update. Not only has she… Continue reading Skylar’s 4 Month Update
The truth is…I’m not okay
I came across a social media post last week by Chrissy Tiegen in which she shared her partnership with Allegheny Health Network focused on increasing awareness of postpartum depression during the month of May, Maternal Mental Health Month. In her post, Tiegen shares that more than 500,000 women, or 1 in 7, will suffer from… Continue reading The truth is…I’m not okay
Skylar’s 2 Month Update
Wow, I can’t believe my baby is already two months old. Where has the time gone? My maternity leave ended two weeks ago so I’m back to work and she is adjusting to daycare. Skylar's Stats at 2 Months Height - 24 inches Weight - 11 lbs Eating Skylar is still nursing on demand. On… Continue reading Skylar’s 2 Month Update
