Sunday, November 22, 2009
In the Ask the Pediatrician blog
Dr. Molly OShea
Tamiflu: Is it really good, necessary for everyone?
Tamiflu shortages are everywhere. Pharmacies are having to take the capsules meant for adults and compound them into a liquid version safe for younger children. I've … Continued
In the Ask the Child Psychologist blog
Isabelle Beaulieu
Neuropsychological testing helps to understand child's thinking strengths, weaknesses
Parents often call our office feeling confused and frustrated with their child's learning skills, ability to regulate their behaviors and emotions or socialize with … Continued
In the MichMoms blog
Della Cassia
Toy shopping an added stress for a new mom
I made a mistake this past weekend. I went to Babies 'R Us (my home away from home) to buy my 6-month-old winter clothes. Instead, I found myself spending way too much … Continued
- Dianna Gutierrez's latest blog post: Private vs. public school not an easy choice
- Stacey DuFord's latest blog post: 4 girls and 'New Moon'
- More in MichMoms Blog
In the MichDads blog
Larry Herren
Creating memories doesn't take money, just time
I'm forever amazed at how despite the money we spend in an effort to create lasting memories for our children, it's the actual interactions they have with us, … Continued
- Kevin OShea's latest blog post: Experiement shows benefits of switching roles
- Larry Herren's latest blog post: Kids need both parents
- More in MichDads Blog
Viewpoints
Health & Fitness
Kimberly Hayes Taylor: Children who are exposed to more words when they are between 2 and 6 months of age demonstrate more advanced language skills later in life, … Continued
The Green Life
Neil Steinkamp: To me, life is a journey, and many lessons are learned along the way. Of late, I have found myself drawn to life's lessons regarding … Continued
Kate Lawson on Food
Kate Lawson: Chef Christina Papazian of Highland opened the Sweet & Savory Bakery on the southwest corner of Liberty and Main St. in downtown … Continued
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Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Musical mom mortifies daughter
DEAR ABBY: I am an 11-year-old girl who loves going shopping and doing various stuff with my mom. But when we go to the mall or stop for lunch and she hears a song she likes, she'll start singing to it. And if we're standing up, she even dances to it a little. - 11/21/2009
Dr. Paul Donohue: Your health
Doctor must diagnose leg, ankle swelling
Dear Dr. Donohue: My legs, ankles and feet get really swollen, and I mean really. During the day, if I slip my shoes off, I can't get them back on. What can I do to take down the swelling? - 11/21/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Woman's size shouldn't deter quest for love
Dear Abby: I'm 32 and a "large girl." I am also intelligent, witty and fun to be around. I make friends wherever I go. The problem is my mother -- who is also big -- keeps telling me that heavy women are not desirable and we must "settle" when it comes to choosing a mate. - 11/20/2009
Paul Donohue: Your Health
'Prolapse' is defined as 'dropping' of organ
Dear Dr. Donohue: I recently developed a prolapsed bladder. While I know it is not life-threatening, I want to take care of it ASAP. I am 74 and very active. My gynecologist wants me to do Kegel exercises and be fitted with a pessary. He doesn't want to do surgery. I would like the surgery while I am healthy enough to recover in a timely manner and get it over with. Please give me your opinion. - 11/19/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Guilt mars comfort couple finds as lovers
Dear Abby: Is there anything wrong with having a lover solely for the purpose of sex? He is grieving for his late wife (my best friend), and I am separated from my husband. We're both lonely and have supported each other through our pain. A few weeks ago we decided to become lovers. - 11/19/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Art of letter-writing suffers neglect in age of the Internet
Dear Abby: Please don't think I'm stupid for asking this, but I need some help. The practice of letter-writing appears to be a dying form because of e-mail and texting -- which I'm good at. But when I receive a nice gift, I know the proper way to acknowledge it is to write a thank-you letter. - 11/18/2009
Paul G. Donohue: Your Health
Lasting cough may signal lung ailment
Dear Dr. Donohue: For - 11/18/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Men applaud the pleasures of being with older women
Dear Abby: In your response to the letter from "'Cougar' in New York" (Sept. 3), you invited your male readers to share their thoughts. Abby, cougars are nothing new. They're simply out of the closet. - 11/17/2009
Paul Donohue: Your Health
Herpes does not mean end of intimacy, kids
Dear Dr. Donohue: I am a 32-year-old woman who just learned that she has genital herpes. As I understand it, this means I should not have sex and cannot have children. I also understand that there is no treatment and that I'll have it for life. Can you paint a brighter picture for me? - 11/17/2009
Glenn Haege: Ask Glenn
Water-based polish will help eliminate dust from ceiling fans
Dear Glenn: I regularly read your column in the paper. You mentioned a product that reduces dust accumulation on ceiling fans. Could you tell me the name and where I might acquire it? - 11/17/2009
Brian J. O'Connor
The Grand Experiment: Cutting kid costs
My first thought was to furlough the young 'un two days a week to his grandmother's, where the savings on chicken tenders and Cheerios alone would put me over this project's $1,000 final goal. - 11/16/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Wife draws line in bedroom in smoking battle
Dear Abby: My wife of 25 years, in an effort to get me to stop smoking, refuses to have sex until I quit. It's been more than a year since we made love. - 11/16/2009
Dear Abby
Character defeats peer pressure
Dear Abby: I'm a 14-year-old boy. I went to a party last weekend and some people pressured me to do some uncomfortable stuff. Can you advise me -- and other teens -- how to handle peer pressure? - 11/14/2009
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Night visitor next door raises suspicion
Dear Abby: My neighbors, "John" and "Marcia," are such a nice couple, I'm not sure what to do. I don't know them all that well, but what's going on is extremely upsetting. - 11/13/2009
Paul G. Donohue, M.D.: Your Health
Several signs point to endometriosis
Dear Dr. Donohue: I am 36 and have been married for four years. My menstrual periods are very painful, and have been so for at least seven years. - 11/13/2009
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