I am a 42-year-old only child. I've had a close relationship with my parents my whole life. My mom passed away six years ago from lung cancer and my dad is in his 70s.
My dad is a "young" older...
The issue of childhood obesity has become such a problem in the United States that we now have an entire month dedicated to National Childhood Obesity Month (September).
That's really tragic.
Childhood obesity is considered an epidemic in the US with...
Part of my New Year's resolution was to come out of my comfort zone and write about things that make me feel a little bit uneasy. I've got a story to tell that's hard for me to share, but...
About six months ago I was sitting at our pediatrician's office waiting for the results of my daughter's wellness visit screenings. That was when her doctor showed me the optical camera's findings. She seemed to have slight astigmatism and...
May is Celiac Awareness Month. And if you don’t know what celiac disease is, you are not alone.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease where the body views gluten, which is the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, as...
Columbia SC Moms Blog is excited to partner with barre3 Columbia for a special grand opening class and a goodie bag exclusively to our readers!
On Wednesday, October 1, Columbia SC Moms Blog is partnering with barre3 Columbia for a...
This year I came to the realization that I've spent more years of my life dealing with depression than I haven't. In grade school, I remember writing an essay and likening the absence of depression to warmth, a feeling...
Last week was Mental Health Awareness Week with Wednesday, Oct. 10 as World Mental Health Day. There is a stigma still in today’s society when it comes to mental health. I purposely wanted this to be posted after last...
Columbia SC Moms Blog is honored to partner with Bodyshop Athletics X to bring our readers the following post. All opinions are entirely our own.
I decided to get my FIRST EVER gym membership last year. I needed cardio in my...
Some of us are feeling a new or stronger need for mental health help in these anxious times. Because sometimes everything isn't okay.
Mental health apps could be one way to get that help without leaving your house. I tried...
It's Food Allergy Awareness Week, and now that you've gotten the lowdown on what food allergies are and how to deal with them, as well as an allergy mom's POV, it's time to talk local resources.
One of the most difficult...
My husband and I have been married for ten years and have two amazing daughters. There was a time when we imagined more children, but we’ve now reached a point where we’re undoubtedly certain that our family is complete....
"It only happens once a month."
"That's just part of being a girl."
"Stop being so dramatic. It's not like you're dying."
This is just some of what I heard as a teenage girl and then a young woman. When I complained...
It's been one year. A year since taking away almost all foods from my son. The journey has been a long one and it isn't over yet.
Meet Bradley: He's a typical third grader who enjoys hanging out with friends,...
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Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
