Q&A with a Newborn Photographer
Newborn photos are a precious gift for parents after the birth of a child. Christy Potter, a Lexington-based accredited professional newborn photographer with APNPI, shared her tips on what parents should know about newborn photography. Q: How soon should a mom start looking for a newborn photographer? A: “It’s never too early to book a […]
Writing a Birth Plan
Writing a birth plan is a helpful way for you to consider all the options available to you during childbirth. Below is a sample of some things to include on a birth plan to make sure your care team knows your wishes: General Info Your Name Care Provider’s Name Birth Partner’s Name During Labor Who […]
10 Tips for a Successful Start to Breastfeeding
By Alyson Layne-Davidson, MS, RD, LD, CLS Babies and breastfeeding—they go together like peanut butter and jelly. But, many new parents don’t know where to start. Use these 10 helpful tips to get your breastfeeding journey off to a good start. Find your support person. This can be baby’s father, a friend or a close […]
Pediatric & Adolescent Associates: 60 Years of Caring for Children
Much has changed since Pediatric & Adolescent Associates first opened its doors in 1959. The office grew from one location to two, and from one physician to 15. But some things have stayed the same, according to Martina Denny, PAA’s practice administrator. “The most important things are that the physicians are providing excellent medical care […]
Improving Outcomes in Pregnancy Complications
The rates of maternal mortality and preterm birth continue to rise dramatically in the United States. According to the CDC and March of Dimes, more than 700 women die of pregnancy-related causes in the U.S. every year, and more than 1,000 babies are born prematurely every day. It’s impossible to point to one specific cause […]
Reader’s Feedback February 2019
Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. January’s Question was: What is the funniest thing your child has said to you lately? “Sawyer, age 4: Why do we have our Halloween decorations still up? Mom: We don’t. What are you talking about? […]
Safe Sleep in Cold Weather
Temperatures are regularly dropping below freezing, especially at night. It’s tempting to bundle your baby up against the cold, but it’s not the safest idea. Overdressing and overheating your baby increases the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome.) Overheating can destabilize a baby’s breathing pattern and inhibit his ability to resume breathing normally. Here […]
LEGO Fan Convention Returns to Louisville
If you have ever wanted to be painted as a LEGO character, wondered how to become the next master builder LEGO artist or even just enjoy looking at LEGO creations, then the BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention is an ideal destination for you. The LEGO event is returning to Louisville, at the Kentucky International Convention Center […]
Busy Month at the Explorium
The Explorium of Lexington has several exciting events planned during the month of January. On New Year’s Day admission to the Explorium is free for all during regular hours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. On Monday, Jan. 21, admission to the Explorium is free for children in honor of MLK […]
MLK Day Parade & Activities
School is out on Monday, Jan. 21 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and downtown Lexington has events to celebrate his life and legacy. The annual Freedom March will begin at 10 a.m. Participants should line up beginning at 9 a.m. inside the corridor of Heritage Hall in the Lexington Center. The march […]