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Three Ways to Manage Stress During the Holidays

Holiday stress? Here are 3 insights to manage it and curb your feelings of depression around the holidays

Supporting Children Through Grief

Grief is a deeply personal journey, and it’s one many children must face. The impact of childhood grief in our region is staggering. In Mississippi, 1 in 8 children will experience the death of a parent or sibling before turning 18. In Louisiana, the number is nearly...

Don’t Be a Victim of Your Own Success: Expert Advice for Executive Mental Health

The drive for success often means juggling high-stakes decisions, long hours and constant pressure. Yet, in the pursuit of excellence, many leaders may find themselves becoming victims of their own success. Curtis Chastain, MD, director of Our Lady of the Lake...

Your Essential Babysitter Checklist for Stress-Free Childcare

Leaving your kids with a babysitter for the first time — or even the tenth — can be a nerve-wracking experience. As you walk out the door, a million questions might run through your mind: Did I remember to mention the allergy medication? What if there's an emergency?...

New Moms, Take Care of Your Mental Health

New Moms, Take Care of Your Mental Health

Children's Health, Parenting

Bringing a new life into this world is a remarkable journey, filled with joy, wonder and its fair share of challenges. For new moms, one...

When Can Kids Start Safely Using Adult Medicine?

When Can Kids Start Safely Using Adult Medicine?

Headaches, fevers and allergies – oh my! Little kids’ symptoms can sometimes feel very big, but when is it appropriate for a child to...

Navigating Tough Times: 3 Tips to Help Kids Cope if They Witness Trauma

Navigating Tough Times: 3 Tips to Help Kids Cope if They Witness Trauma

Resilience is your capacity to rise above tough circumstances, and helping our kids become more resilient is an important part of...

Create Memories in the Kitchen: Easy Pie Recipes for Families

Create Memories in the Kitchen: Easy Pie Recipes for Families

Parenting, Seasonal

Healthy family habits can also include room for life’s sweet moments – and what could be sweeter than pie? In honor of Pi Day, March 14,...

Exercise for Teenagers: What Parents Should Know

Exercise for Teenagers: What Parents Should Know

Exercise for teenagers is a great way to help your children become healthy adults. However, your kids may not need to exercise as long as...

College Can Be Stressful — Five Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health

College Can Be Stressful — Five Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health

The transition to college life is a big one. There are new responsibilities, new schedules to adjust to, so much studying, and for some...

Reducing Mental Health Stigma

Reducing Mental Health Stigma

College Health, Mental Health

Feelings of worry, anxiety, depression and isolation have only been amplified since the pandemic. This impacts everyone, including the...

Mindfulness For a Better Life

Mindfulness For a Better Life

College Health, Mindfulness

Our modern lives are full of activities, obligations, and deadlines. It’s easy to feel anxious or even experience some depression. When...

Mardi Gras: Six Top Tips for Parading as a Parent

Mardi Gras: Six Top Tips for Parading as a Parent

Mardi Gras is a special time of year for Louisianians. Whether you love the parades, are a king cake fanatic, or just enjoy the extra days...

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