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    Self-care ISN’T Selfish: How to Fill Your Cup to Help Your Family THRIVE

    October 11, 2018 / No Comments

    Parenting is freaking HARD! It’s stressful, emotional and downright exhausting! And it seems like all day, every day you are bombarded with messages telling you to “enjoy the journey” and “this too shall pass.” Let me be the first to say that I GET IT!! Not only have I been IN your shoes, but I see parents daily that seem like they are just holding it together by a thin, wispy, ready-to-break-at-any-moment thread. The perception that parents are more stressed than the average Joe is not imagined. A 2017 Gallup poll showed that 79% of Americans feel that on a daily basis they frequently or at least sometimes encounter stress!…

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    Change Your Life in 3 Easy Steps

    September 12, 2018 / 2 Comments

    Catchy title, right? I bet you’re thinking – sure, whatever…changing my life can’t be that easy. I’m here to tell you that it CAN! There is no magic pill you need to take or book to read. 3 simple steps taken DAILY can change your life forever. First a quick background story on why I’m claiming to have the “secret” to changing your life for the better. I have always been what you would typically describe as “Type A.” I liked to be in control of my surroundings AT ALL TIMES. This lead me down the road of daily frustration and anxiety (because NEWS FLASH – you can’t control all…

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Meet Dr. Baldwin

Dr. Nicole Baldwin is a pediatrician in Cincinnati, Ohio. She has worked in primary care pediatrics since completing her residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in 2006. Dr. Baldwin is a wife and mother of 2 amazing children. She draws on her experience as a mom and a pediatrician to bring readers relevant, up-to-date information about parenting, child health and general wellness.

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You know how I always tell you guys how much I LOV You know how I always tell you guys how much I LOVE being a Pediatrician… I love being a mom even more 😍 Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there (especially mine). #mothersday
I’m still here(ish). Working on getting back t I’m still here(ish). Working on getting back to my primary reasons for being on this platform… Drop your parenting/health/wellness questions below 👇🏼 Oh - and be kind to yourself & to each other 😘 #choosekindness #choosejoy #drbaldwinsays #pediatrician #parenting
Hello friends! The INTERNATIONAL SENSATION that i Hello friends! The INTERNATIONAL SENSATION that is #masksofflive is back this week and we’re here to answer your questions about ALL THE THINGS! Drop your burning questions below 👇🏼 👇🏼 and don’t forget to set a reminder to join us LIVE on Wednesday 4/13 @ 8e/7c (because let’s be real…it’s way more fun LIVE 😘).
You know those books that take your breath away… You know those books that take your breath away… I didn’t think I could get through this one. It begins on March 13, 2020 & is set during the pandemic… Several pages into the story the memories, fear and overwhelm that I felt in those early days (and throughout much of the past two years) came FLOODING back. My heart WAS NOT ready for that. Enough time hasn’t passed. It’s not over. I wasn’t prepared to face those emotions yet again. And then just like she always does, @jodipicoult sucked me in and I cried the cathartic tears that I’ve been holding in for the past 743 days. So I wanted to hop back on to say that I’m still here, gang. I know I’ve been fairly absent lately - and that’s intentional. I need a break for my mental health. I need to read, binge Netflix, do laundry, clean my house, play with my puppy & enjoy my daughter’s last few months at home. I’ll be back - at some point. And I’m sure I’ll sprinkle in tidbits here & there when the mood strikes. In the meantime - take care of yourself & be kind to each other. And if you’re in the mood for a good book (and mentally prepared to relive 2020), give this one a chance 😘.
POP QUIZ!! Do you know what ACEs are, what diseas POP QUIZ!! Do you know what ACEs are, what diseases they are associated with, and how common they can be? Do you know how YOU can play a role in preventing ACEs? 👉🏼 If NOT - watch this video and check out other resources about ACEs from @ameracadpeds @healthychildrenaap and @cdcgov #sponsored This post is made possible with support from the American Academy of Pediatrics through a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All opinions are my own. #findyour3 #preventACEs #drbaldwinsays
My girl turns 18 years old this week!! She is cur My girl turns 18 years old this week!! She is currently participating with @teamsquashcancer_lls to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Did you know that one person in the US is diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma every 3 minutes!! Thankfully survival rates of these cancers have been improving thanks to research into new therapies. @llsusa is the largest nonprofit dedicated to creating a world without blood cancers. They have invested more than $1.5 billion in cancer research since 1949. Help me celebrate my baby's birthday by donating to LLS through the link in my bio. #endcancer #leukemiaawareness #lymphomaaawareness @kendal_108
Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this one is a 3 parter that truly went OFF THE RAILS!! This is Part 3 👏🏼 Part 1 - Community rates, vaccines for littles, and when is it OK to go maskless 😳 Part 2 - New Developmental Milestone guidance (see @kckidsdoc get triggered), Similac recall, and learn why a “tepid pool of filth” is #selfcare Part 3 - AFTER HOURS…Curling, Disney secrets, and of course Hell No/Let’s Go #masksofflive
Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this one is a 3 parter that truly went OFF THE RAILS!! This is Part 2 👏🏼 Part 1 - Community rates, vaccines for littles, and when is it OK to go maskless 😳 Part 2 - New Developmental Milestone guidance (see @kckidsdoc get triggered), Similac recall, and learn why a “tepid pool of filth” is #selfcare Part 3 - AFTER HOURS…Curling, Disney secrets, and of course Hell No/Let’s Go #masksofflive
Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this Prepare yourselves, Masks Off Live friends…this one is a 3 parter that truly went OFF THE RAILS!! This is Part 1 👏🏼 Part 1 - Community rates, vaccines for littles, and when is it OK to go maskless 😳 Part 2 - New Developmental Milestone guidance (see @kckidsdoc get triggered), Similac recall, and learn why a “tepid pool of filth” is #selfcare Part 3 - AFTER HOURS…Curling, Disney secrets, and of course Hell No/Let’s Go #masksofflive
The amount of stress I'm feeling these days is pal The amount of stress I'm feeling these days is palpable - anyone else with me??? When I'm feeling like I'm about to blow - these are a few things I've found that help me: Taking a deep breath. I know it sounds cliche but closing my eyes for 10 seconds and taking a few deep breaths can really help bring my stress level down quickly. Changing my scenery (if possible). Going to another room in my house or stepping outside can do wonders for my mood. Completing a mundane task. Starting a load of laundry, unloading the dishwasher, or sorting through the mail are easy enough that I don't need to use much brain power and I get a sense of accomplishment when the task is completed. Making a list. When my brain is going a million miles a minute with all the tasks I need to complete and I can feel my heart starting to beat faster, making a list helps to ground my thoughts and allows me to prioritize what needs to get done ASAP and what can wait. PUTTING DOWN MY PHONE. This one is hard but I would say my phone is a HUGE source of stress for me (between texts, emails, and social media notifications I feel like I'm CONSTANTLY on my phone and sometimes I want to chuck it at the wall). When I can feel myself becoming overwhelmed I will often put my phone down and just walk away for a few minutes. It's hard but SO worth it! So those are just a few things I do when I'm feeling overwhelmed. I'm curious to know what you've found that works best for you??? ***If you are having thoughts of self harm, please call the 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text HELLO to 741741
Just a few quick thoughts about the news from Pfiz Just a few quick thoughts about the news from Pfizer/FDA today. I know so many of you are bummed. I am too. I’m trying to trust the process...and I’m encouraged that the FDA wants to make sure they have all the data necessary to make this decision for our littles. Of note - I’m not privy to ANY insider info or data so I’m a stunned by this news as everyone else. We will get through this! In the meantime, please vaccinate/boost those family members that are eligible, wear masks when in high risk situations and be like Dory (aka just keep swimming 😘). *As always, questions are welcomed but bullying or antivaxx comments aren’t and users will be blocked*
Masks Off Live - Super Bowl Edition - Part 2…the Masks Off Live - Super Bowl Edition - Part 2…the one where we get TROLLED!!! We covered: ✅Football ✅Hell No/Let’s Go ✅How pharma companies REALLY make $ (hint…it’s not from vaccines) ✅Football ✅When we can party like it’s 1999 ✅What we’re watching/reading/etc. ✅Football With a special cameo from @kckidsdoc ‘s son! Check out part 1 for info about masks/Disney/vaccines for littles & pregnant mamas…and more FOOTBALL!!! #masksofflive
Masks Off Live - Super Bowl Edition - Part 1 We c Masks Off Live - Super Bowl Edition - Part 1 We covered: ✅Football ✅Disney ✅Masks ✅Vaccines for littles & pregnant mamas ✅ COVID Red Flags ✅Football Check out part 2 for our first ever TROLL, and your favorite game - Hell No/Let’s Go #masksofflive @kckidsdoc
#tbt (is that even a thing anymore 😏) - 2005 O #tbt (is that even a thing anymore 😏) - 2005 Once a @bengals family, always a Bengals family 🧡🖤 We’re just going to pretend that those jerseys have @joeyb_9 ‘s name on the back 😘 #whodey #whodeynation #superbowl
ICYMI - I’m here…at a conference in Orlando wi ICYMI - I’m here…at a conference in Orlando with my bestie…and we will be giving each other crap the ENTIRE week 😜 #whodey #whodeynation @kckidsdoc
It all comes down to this, friends... Will this It all comes down to this, friends... Will this be the last #masksofflive ? Will the entire 2 hours just be us trash talking? Will we remain friends after Sunday? Tune in to find out… Oh - and drop your questions in the comments 😘
Masks off live - exhaustion edition…Part 2 Hone Masks off live - exhaustion edition…Part 2 Honestly I’m too tired to even come up with a catchy caption 😴 Guess you’ll have to watch to find out what we talked about… #masksofflive @kckidsdoc
New year, new puppy, same friends…perhaps a BIT New year, new puppy, same friends…perhaps a BIT more exhausted than last year 🥱 #masksofflive Part 1
This is my angry face. Today is my OFFICIAL firs This is my angry face. Today is my OFFICIAL first day out of isolation and stop # 1 is the grocery store. The number of people walking around the grocery without masks is ASTOUNDING to me. Don’t get me wrong - this is nothing new in my neck of the woods - and admittedly it does seem like MORE people are wearing masks - but FOR THE LOVE, people!!! Do you not see the news?!?! Maybe I’m just highly sensitive after just spending the past 11 days in isolation (yep…11 days because your first day of symptoms is day ZERO)…but if ANYONE should feel OK not wearing a mask…it’s me…and here I am…rocking my KF94. And all the parents walking around with unmasked kids has me 🤬🤬🤬. So yeah - you wonder why we are so pissed and burnt out in medicine. This is why. Please - WEAR YOUR FREAKING MASK PEOPLE!! #wearamask #drbaldwinsays
Current situation - seeing patients from home and Current situation - seeing patients from home and helping our nurses with phone calls because I’m STILL COVID + 😩😩😩 Yesterday was my day #6 and according to the CDC isolation guidelines (as of yesterday morning) I COULD have returned to work WITHOUT testing as my symptoms were “resolving.” This, however, made me uncomfortable because I was STILL having mild symptoms and I didn’t want to risk possibly getting any patients or staff at my office ill so I chose to do a rapid antigen test which was positive. What does that mean? Well, it means I still have enough viral load in my nose to turn an antigen test positive. It may or may not mean that I’m still contagious BUT with a higher viral load, we do know that this increases transmissibility SO I have chosen to be safe and continue my isolation for the full 10 days. And wouldn’t you know it AFTER I took my test, the CDC clarified their guidelines discussing testing after day #5 (they still aren’t requiring a negative test to end isolation early - which personally I find irresponsible- BUT they did give guidance for those who have a positive test after 5 days). So here is one of my concerns with the CDC guidelines - “RESOLVING” is very subjective. People might still feel ill BUT if they are better than they were in the beginning, they may count that as “resolving” even though they may still be contagious. I’m still experiencing nasal congestion. That’s it. Otherwise I feel fine. Am I still contagious - not sure 🤷🏻‍♀️. Am I willing to take the risk of spreading COVID further - NOPE. So that’s where I am. If you’re a patient of mine who has had to reschedule - I’m SOOO sorry! To my nurses and front desk staff having to do all the rescheduling - THANK YOU, you are the best! To my colleagues who have had to pick up for me - I really appreciate your support in this crazy time. Stay well, friends and remember NOTHING is “just a cold” right now. If you have sore throat, congestion, or mild cough PLEASE take a test!!
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