Author: everychildbytwo


Discovering the Missing Ingredient

This is hard to admit, but it’s December 15th and I just found my holiday spirit…yesterday. Sure, I went through the motions of decorating the house. Heck, I even...


The Battle Against Whooping Cough Continues

While you’ll often hear public health departments warning of influenza this time of year,there is also reason to be concerned over another contagious disease.   It’s known as “whooping cough”, or pertussis,...


Friday Flu Shot: This Week's Voices for Vaccines

As I mentioned in Monday’s post, I recently hosted a special conference call that was intended to provide other bloggers with information on seasonal influenza and the universal recommendation of flu vaccine.  The call...


Nurses Continue Emphasis on Immunizations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently reported that 63% of healthcare workers received a seasonal influenza vaccine as of the beginning of November.  While this is a 7% increase over the...


Are You One in 111 Million?

Today marks the start of National Influenza Vaccination Week and so I ask; are you one in 111 million? If you’ve already received your influenza vaccination this season than,...


Friday Flu Shot: For Emily

Yesterday I had the privilege of being introduced to Emily Lastinger.  Her mother, Jen sounded much like any proud mother.  She spoke of how Emily liked princesses and power rangers.  She...


It's Not Cool For Kids to Skip Shots, But Go to School

After an Associated Press analysis was published yesterday, it didn’t take long for the message to spread like a cold in a daycare.  Although it was information that was spreading, rather...


Prayers of Thanksgiving To Those Fighting to Protect Our Children

I woke up this morning, admittedly cranky.  I didn’t sleep well and I’ve had a lot on my mind.  To add to my misery, I’ve gone a week without a dishwasher,...


Have You Seen This Miracle on 34th Street?

Walking through the streets of New York City, there is always so much to see – especially at this time of year.  The sidewalks are crowded with busy shoppers, excited tourists...


Friday Flu Shot: Families Fighting Flu

As a parent, my biggest fear is that something horrible may one day happen to one of my children.  It’s like a big, dark, mysterious shadow constantly lurking behind me.  While I do my best...