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Got a Case of the Jitters?

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You probably remember the feeling from your own wedding or maybe you are experiencing them now. We’ve all had that feeling – the fluttering in the stomach, the second-guessing, the what ifs and the oh my goodness – what am I doing? These sensations have been felt by brides and grooms for millennia. The first thing to remember about the jitters is that they are perfectly normal. We get jitters about everything from a major purchase to a college enrollment to having a child to a child’s first day at school to a first date to the day we say … Continue reading →

Tests, Treatments, and Nerves

In case I haven’t harped upon this enough in the last few days, I’m having an ultrasound this afternoon. And I’m a little nervous. Long story short: after my recent pelvic exam, my doctor suspects I have fibroids. I’m having an ultrasound today to confirm the diagnosis, so we can figure out a treatment plan. I’m glad to know that there’s a reason for my monthly misery — irregular periods, painful cramps, and other symptoms. I’m glad to know there is a wide variety of treatment options available. But I’m still nervous about the test. Let’s be honest: I get … Continue reading →

A Stress/Anxiety Stomach Ache

Stress and anxiety in children can manifest itself in some pretty interesting ways. Some children might have tantrums or cry or be very obvious when they are stressed or anxious about something, but others may not be as open about their worries. Physical manifestations of stress are fairly common, however, and if you are a parent of a child who often gets headaches or stomach aches, it might be due to stress and/or anxiety. I am someone who has a tendency to get a stomach ache when I am worried or stressed. As a stoic child who was either trained … Continue reading →