With each prenatal care visit, new parents, Cali and Zreston, grew more excited to meet their baby. At a 20-week ultrasound visit, their excitement turned to concern when they learned their baby girl had gastroschisis, a birth defect that would require immediate medical attention after delivery. In need of a plan, they turned to staff […]
Sally Phillips’ retirement will feature spontaneity and fun with family and friends
By the time Sally Phillips, clinical dietitian, graduated from Wooster High School, she’d been part of Wayne County 4-H club for 10 years. The practical knowledge and skills she learned, especially in food science and preparation, nutrition and wellness, kindled her interest in home economics. Initially, Sally wanted to work in the consumer foods industry, […]
Diane Bueker plans a retirement full of travel, music and fun
Diane Bueker, pediatric cardiac sonographer, wanted 2 things as a teenager: to work in the medical field and volunteer with the Peace Corps. At age 16, Diane achieved her first goal when she began working for a private practice surgeon. But being part of a service opportunity that changed lives took a lot longer to […]
Pregnancy brain: Is that a real thing?
Most moms expect all the physical signs of pregnancy: ever-expanding waistlines, swollen ankles, a glowing face. But in addition to these telltale signs, you probably weren’t expecting to add brain fog to the list of body changes! Yes, pregnancy brain or “momnesia” is a real thing, said Akron Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Abdelaziz Saleh. […]
Why new mom’s mental health matters
Pregnancy is a joyous, celebratory time, but for many new moms, it can also be a very distressing and difficult time. From the moment a woman discovers she’s pregnant, she is often faced with immense biological, emotional, financial and social changes. Then once baby arrives, a woman must recover physically from childbirth and adapt to […]
Pregnancy to parenthood: 5 tips for a smoother transition
For many couples, a positive pregnancy test brings about excitement and pure joy. It’s confirmation they’re expanding their family and transitioning from couple to parents. But bringing baby home can be just as exhausting as it is exhilarating. A new baby will turn your lives upside down — and not just for weeks, but for […]
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