Well, maybe shout out is not the correct term, but what I'm requesting is to hear a bit more from the fathers out there.  Now please don't get me wrong as I've thoroughly ... Read More »

As this is a question I hear over and over from parents of new babies and young infants, I thought it was time to try and help clarify why so many exist.  But before moving forward let ... Read More »

I'm looking for some feedback here.  Whenever I'm out...with friends, a child's birthday party, etc...without fail, I will get one or two medical questions thrown my ... Read More »

A survey was done using more than 20,000 teenagers, which resulted in a disturbing outcome. Almost 15% of these teens had the belief that they would die at a young age.  A commonly held ... Read More »

July 4^th week and we all know what that means...hopefully some barbequing, swimming, spending time with family and friends, and of course, enjoying the fireworks.   As a child, I ... Read More »

Every parent knows the frustration of trying to get their kid to do something they need or want them to do when the child simply won't cooperate. It may be as simple as leaving a party ... Read More »

A great balance to the many visits I have with younger-aged children are my routine, and hopefully yearly, adolescent physical exams.  It's an opportunity to catch up on the ... Read More »

Have you ever had an argument with your mate and been so caught up in the moment that it takes you a while to realize there are little ears present? Each family has its own style of ... Read More »

A question I am asked more often than you might think comes from proud parents wanting to know the ultimate eye color of their newborn child.  In fact, even after reminding them it may take a ... Read More »