By: Dr. Melissa Mauro-Small The next time you or a loved one has to spend time in a hospital, you may encounter a new kind of physician: a hospitalist. Hospitalists are physicians or mid-levels (nurse practitioners and physicians assistants) who specialize in the medical care of hospitalized patients. While the term “hospitalist” was coined just … More What is a Pediatric Hospitalist?
By: Rachel Ventura I heart Fall. Ever since I can remember, it has been my favorite season. I love the cool, crisp breezes, the colors of the leaves, and the excuse to wear comfy sweaters and boots. My family and I also love all the fun outdoor adventures it brings. And of course, Halloween!! One … More Fall Fun
By: Mary Morris My son is 5 years old and just entered kindergarten. He came home the first week with homework. Say what? Homework in kindergarten? Since when? Isn’t that pushing it? I am not knocking kindergarten, but isn’t it all about painting, play dough and learning the ropes? How many early childhood teachers have … More What We Learn in Kindergarten
By: Martianne Stanger Have you been to King Richard’s Faire yet this year? We went on the second weekend it was open and my kids have not stopped talking about it since. Nina and Jack loved the swan swing! Luke brags about having shot a crossbow – even if it was just a tiny play … More Fun at King Richard’s Faire
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill A few weeks ago I wrote a blog (Working Moms) about how difficult it was for me to go back to work after my son was born. I had no idea I was about to experience another extremely difficult transition …. The first day of kindergarten. Kindergarten has been a hot … More The First Day of Kindergarten
By: Janice Johnson-Plumer I can’t believe the first day of school has come upon us. Where has the summer gone? I can remember my son entering kindergarten; I remember the tears on that first day of school and not being able to pull myself away from him. Now, time has passed and he is going … More It’s That Time of Year Again
By: Sandra L. Churchill My husband and I are often greeted with bewildered looks when we confess our love of camping. Truth be told, we’re not diehard, sleep-on-a-rock-by-a-river types who frequent the most rustic of trails with no access to a bathroom. We love to camp in “moderate conditions” as a family. Some would even … More Happy Campers
By: Rachel Ventura I love to listen to children talk. I mean really listen. Those AT&T commercials with the kids sitting around talking are the best. Kids really do say the darndest things! My daughter started talking early so we’ve heard a lot of gems in her 3 ½ years already. She certainly keeps us … More Funny Stuff
By: Mary Morris I really enjoy doing this blog for Signature Healthcare. I get to write. In fact, it forced me to start writing again. I had sort of let it go. I became too busy. How many of us do this with things that are important to us? And I get to write in … More The Power of Self
By: Martianne Stanger Last year, our family enjoyed our first experience with the annual open house at Camp Edwards on the Cape (this year’s event is set for September 21 and 22). What a day it was! There was so much to see and do, I cannot possibly fit it all in one blog post, … More Camp Edwards Open House – Save the Date
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