I am a mother to four amazing kids. I am also a physician. Like the patients I care for, my journey to motherhood was not easy. Of my three pregnancies, two were considered “high-risk” because of my advanced maternal age — 35 years or older at the time of my baby’s due date. As a doctor, I knew that in otherwise healthy women of advanced maternal age, most have great … [Read more...]
Happy Eaters Lake Nona: How Can I Help My School-age Child or Teenager With Feeding Concerns?
As a parent of a child with challenging feeding behaviors, it may feel like you have been struggling for years trying to help your child improve their eating. Maybe your child’s struggle with a limited diet is more recent, following the stomach flu, Covid, or choking incident. Maybe your child has a food phobia or simply never appears hungry. Perhaps your child has autism or … [Read more...]
Earth Day Event to Announce UCF Lake Nona Hospital as Florida’s First and Only LEED Gold Certified Hospital
UCF Lake Nona Hospital, part of HCA Florida Healthcare, announced today it received LEED Gold certification, the first and only hospital in Florida to achieve this green building designation. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an … [Read more...]
Namaste with Natalia: Half Moon
The Half Moon Pose, or Ardha Chandrasana, is an ancient yoga posture that has been practiced for thousands of years. The name “Ardha Chandrasana” is derived from the Sanskrit words “ardha” (half) and “chandra” (moon). The pose is believed to represent the energy of the moon, which symbolizes calmness, serenity and introspection. It can help bring harmony and balance to the … [Read more...]
Happy Eaters Lake Nona: ‘Are There Specialists or Caregivers Who Can Help Me?’
Navigating a feeding disorder, like Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), can be challenging. While we’ve talked about selective eating and what it stems from, as well as ARFID and the types of ARFID, you may be wondering who is available to help support you in your journey. There are so many specialists and caregivers out there, and here are just a few: Speech … [Read more...]
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