I never had the intention of quitting coffee… why would I? The aroma, taste, and warmth were a comforting hug every morning after a broken night’s sleep with toddlers and babies. But the first time I tried my (now) favorite coffee alternative that tastes like coffee… I was sure that I could cut back on […]

If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a parent, it’s that the small habits make a BIG difference. Like teaching my two-year-old how to use a small dust pan to clean up her buffet of crumbs after breakfast. She hasn’t even finished her last bite of scrambled eggs before she’s asking me if it’s time […]

Guys, I have to tell you something. I used to be a grade A hoarder. I used to have so. much. stuff. It’s embarrassing to think about the days when my closet was overflowing with clothes I only wore once and a desk filled with thirty-six notebooks that were only half-used (why, WHY can I […]

Breast milk has been lovingly nicknamed “liquid gold” in the last few years, and I don’t disagree. Breast milk can do no wrong in my book. But the actual act of breastfeeding? That’s the real gold, in my book. It is in this simple (and sometimes monotonous and often exhausting) act that you are helping […]

I’ll never forget the moment I realized that one of the scariest postpartum changes wasn’t happening down there. One day, about six weeks after the birth of my first baby, I noticed it for the first time when reached for the toothbrush. My teeth! They had… moved?! I quickly searched for photos on my phone […]

Psst… A lack of brushing isn’t the only culprit behind kids’ cavities. Most dentists are not taking the time to dig deeper into a child’s habits and health history when they find cavities, leaving parents like you scratching their heads and frustrated. As both a functional dentist and a mother, I understand the importance of […]

Few experiences are as beautiful and transformative as breastfeeding. It’s not just about nourishment; it’s about building the foundation for a lifetime of health and emotional connection. As a holistic dentist dedicated to infant oral and facial development, I’m here to guide you through the profound importance of breastfeeding – not only for your baby’s […]

Ah, snacks. No other word in the English language delights my four small children more. Snacks are life for most toddlers and even bigger kids, because c’mon… it’s such a delightful between-meals treat! As a holistic and functional dentist, I see plenty of kids who are enjoying snacks that their parents think are healthy… but […]

I’ve shared on this blog and on my Instagram account that there were more than just a few things I felt like I messed up as a first-time mother: pacifiers past the age of one, not investing in breastfeeding, pouches of mushed applesauce on the regular… But there’s one baby essential that has been my […]

The traditional healthcare model has long centered around symptomatic treatment of end-stage disease and pharmaceutical interventions. However, a few minutes scrolling on social media will quickly point out that there’s a growing number of individuals seeking a more comprehensive approach—one that views health as an intricate tapestry woven from nutrition, body movement, sleep, and prevention. […]