Health

Summer Break Fitness

Summer Break is here for most kids, teachers, and parents. This means more pools, programs, and healthy activities are available to everyone. If you have kids then you should be encouraging healthy activities and programs. Even if you do not have kids, you should look into healthy summer activities for yourself, family, and friends. Take... Read More

A Better You

May 27, 2014

Be One of a Kind…Not Part of the Crowd

From Fitness Professional Suzanne Stowe of Train With Suzanne: I recently met two of my children and their prom dates to take pictures at the fountain, the newest addition to our downtown area. The fountain made a beautiful background. Although there were numerous couples and groups posing for similar shots, with the same background, there... Read More

A Better You

May 27, 2014

If You Could See the Tears, Then You Would Understand

From Fitness Professional Dave Gluhareff of Train With Dave: The following piece came about one Saturday morning as I was researching for this column. After a few minutes of putting onto paper feelings of prior discussions with people struggling to get healthy, the following evolved. This was meant to be part of a larger article,... Read More

A Better You

May 1, 2014

The Family Birthing Center at DRMC

FREE CLASSES AVAILABLE Childbirth Education This class is taught by a certified childbirth educator who reviews the anatomy of pregnancy, the stages of labor, breathing techniques for each stage of labor, epidural anesthesia, and basic infant care. Classes are held on the first Saturday of each month from 9 am to 4... Read More

Pregnancy

May 1, 2014

Newborn Care

It’s common to feel unprepared if you are having your first baby. Taking a newborn care class during your pregnancy can help to prepare you for the real thing. During your hospital stay, don’t hesitate to ask the nurses for help with basic baby care. Before discharge, make sure you — and your partner —... Read More

Pregnancy

May 1, 2014

Couplet Care: Strengthening the Bonds of Families

At Danville Regional Medical Center (DRMC) new mothers, fathers and family members share one of the happiest experiences of their lives with a team of caring and compassionate professionals who believe in making the moment as fabulous as it should be. “Nothing takes the place of helping to bring a new life into the world,”... Read More

Pregnancy, Women's Health

May 1, 2014

Pregnancy Questions

When to call the doctor When you are pregnant, do not hesitate to call your doctor or midwife if something is bothering or worrying you. Sometimes physical changes can be signs of a problem. Call your doctor or midwife as soon as you can if you: Are bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina. Have... Read More

Pregnancy

May 1, 2014

39 Things That Change After Having a Baby

You learn what unconditional love really means. – Patricia Hooker-Moss You have to schedule spontaneity. –Michelle Trainor You finally know what it means to never take any moment for granted. – Tracy Jacobs You learn that a pet isn’t the same as a child. –Frannie Wrenn Children are the greatest teachers. –Brian Henderson You... Read More

Pregnancy

May 1, 2014

9 Months Equals 39 Weeks

Many people think of pregnancy as lasting for nine months. Basic math would indicate that nine months times 4 weeks in a month is 36 weeks. But, in reality, nine months is really 39 weeks. Research shows that when it comes to having a baby, those three weeks can make a huge difference in the... Read More

Children's Health, Pregnancy, Women's Health

May 1, 2014

Prenatal Care: Talking to Your Doctor

Preconception care can improve your chances of becoming pregnant, having a healthy pregnancy, and delivering a healthy baby. Here is a helpful checklist of the things you should discuss with your doctor if you are considering becoming pregnant: Family planning and choices for birth control. Taking 400 to 800 micrograms of folic acid every day... Read More

Pregnancy, Women's Health