Congratulations! You’re going to have a baby! It’s natural to be excited about the birth of a child, and it’s a good idea to be financially prepared too. According to the USDA, the total cost of raising a child born in 2013 until age 17 is $245,340. The average cost of the first year is right […]
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Every baby is different, but most parents find it’s best to establish some kind of sleep schedule or routine during those early months. This will help set the stage for a better night’s sleep down the road for both you and your baby. Sleep training is the best way to do this. While it can […]
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One of the most common struggles for parents, especially new parents, is to help create good sleep habits for their baby. Sometimes parents get lucky and it just happens naturally. But most of the time, it does take a little bit of work by creating a routine, setting up structure, and being consistent. A lot […]
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Parents are constantly trying to reinvent the wheel when it comes to choosing a baby name. While some parents prefer to stick to more traditional names, there are others who like to bend the rules with either a gender neutral name, or by creating something totally new and obscure. Most of the time, their originality […]
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There are many important decisions that have to be made when a couple is expecting a child, particularly if it’s their first. One of the biggest decisions is what to call your baby. We know it isn’t an easy task to choose just one name, so we’ve decided to make the process a little easier. […]
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As daylight saving time approaches, many of us struggle with adjusting to the time change, especially when it disrupts our sleep schedule. Losing an hour of sleep can leave us feeling groggy and out of sync, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be a stressful transition. By making small adjustments to your […]
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Understanding insurance coverage for Eylea, the biologic treatment for age-related macular degeneration and similar eye diseases, involves navigating complex cost factors. These include the need for prior authorization, treatment plan specifics, and whether the injections are categorized under medical or drug benefits. With options for financial assistance and comparisons to alternative treatments like Avastin, patients […]
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As the days grow shorter and sunlight becomes scarce, maintaining optimal vitamin D levels can become a challenge. During the winter months, when our bodies receive less exposure to sunlight, vitamin D deficiencies are common. This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in supporting bone health, immunity, and mood. Finding the right food sources to […]
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