March 6, 2018
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
When you have a child, wellness visits, vaccinations, routine screenings and emergency visits for illness are par for the course. All of these things can really add up. Obtaining health insurance for our little ones, knowing they will be covered for wellness visits plus safeguarded in the event of the unexpected, is one less thing for us parents to worry about.
February 19, 2018
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
When we got home from his 15-month wellness check-up with the pediatrician, I carried my son into the house. When I put him down, his left leg seemed to collapse under him. What was wrong with him?
January 10, 2018
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
In my house, green now means stop. As in, if you bring your kids over to my
house and they have green snot, I am going to stop you from entering my
home. After endless weeks and multiple rounds of terrible colds, I have
appointed myself the germ police. The bugs stop here.
December 18, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
Being a parent can be overwhelming at times. You child’s safety, health and wellbeing are always paramount. There are so many decisions to be made, so little room for error, and so much riding on the line. If shopping for, installing and using a car seat seems stressful, ask for help. Knowing that you are protecting your child every time he gets in the car is worth it. And make sure you buckle up, too! Not only is it important for us Moms and Dads to stay safe in the car, it sets a good example for the little ones watching us from the back seat.
December 5, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
It's Christmastime, and I want to continue the traditions that my husband and I have started, like getting a really big tree, but there is also the need to ensure our son is not in danger in his own house.
November 14, 2017
Katie's Baby
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Katie Gagnon
Even though my son and I both hated the test, I would have volunteered him for the blood draw because it addresses a large, insidious problem among children in America.
October 25, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
Your baby is turning 1! Congratulations! If you’re like me, you are probably approaching this milestone with elation and nostalgia.
October 3, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
I firmly believe that every parent has the right to make the personal decisions that are best for their families. But protecting our children from illnesses that could be fatal is where I start to draw the line.
September 19, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
There are so many things I love about breastfeeding my son: his little body curled up on mine, his hands touching my face, our shared contentment. I cherish these moments. And I am sad that this special time is coming to an end.
September 5, 2017
Katie's Baby
by
Katie Gagnon
If you are near or past your due date, take heart: your baby will soon be in your arms! Try to enjoy the last moments of your pregnancy and give yourself a little “me time” in the meantime.