To spank or not to spank: what the experts say

“There was never a time when a major social problem was solved by beating a child. And there will never be a time like this… For centuries, adults have hurt children and lied about it, and other adults have listened to those lies and then simply rejected…we must start placing the blame where it belongs.” -vs. Everett Koop, MD, Sc.D. […]

Lactation problems – mastitis

Women who choose to breastfeed anticipate that it will be a wonderful bonding experience for her and her baby. All lactating mothers know that the breast is best, but what does she do with a case of mastitis? recognizing the problem There are many warning signs that you may have mastitis. 1) An area of ​​the breast becomes sore and […]

His most famous painting (The parasol) – Juan Gris

Juan Gris, originally José Victoriano González-Pérez (March 23, 1887 – May 11, 1927), was a Spanish sculptor and painter, who operated from France for most of his life. Gris was a student of Mechanical Drawing (1902-1904) at the School of Arts and Manufactures in Madrid. During this period, he drew humorous illustrations for local newspapers. During 1904-1905 he learned painting […]

dementia and my mom

dementia and my mom I never imagined that I would lose my mother. day to day moment by moment To something called Dementia. I figured we’d have quiet times to remember From playing board games, But a thief stole and claimed his vision And gone are the puzzles scrabble games Even the crazy 8. The next thing to go was […]

How to deal with your teen’s bad attitude

Teenagers are a joy some days and monsters on others. Raising ungrateful teens isn’t always what it seems. Teenagers are wired differently than anyone else. Sometimes they act like they are two years old, stomping, slamming doors and just throwing tantrums, and the next day they show up sweet and helpful. It is as confusing a time for them as […]