by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Jun 10, 2020 | Mommy
Are you a mom with a special needs child, struggling to find time for yourself or the rest of your family? I hear you. The other day, I met the mom of a little boy with a genetic disorder. Her son couldn’t walk or talk. He expressed himself by smiling, laughing...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Jun 4, 2020 | Mommy
Let’s face it. There’s a whole lot going on in the world right now. A lot of talk about racism. Adults – both black and white – are having conversations we aren’t used to having. Difficult conversations. But necessary ones. Talking to your kids about...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | May 29, 2020 | Mommy
Want to know how you can make a difference when it comes to inequality? Read on for my thoughts on why the fight against racism starts at home. Have you ever just sat back and watched the innocence of kids at play? I shared a story in this post last year about my 5...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | May 25, 2020 | Doc, Mommy
Hey there! Are you new here? I'm so glad you found your way to my corner of the internet. Here at Wifey Mommy Doc, we're all about simple routines that will help you feel more balanced and less overwhelmed with your everyday tasks. When you're done reading the article...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | May 25, 2020 | Doc, Mommy
If you’ve been on the fence about vaccinating your children, please keep reading for the reasons why I give my kids vaccines – from a Pediatrician & mom of 5. Have you ever wondered why vaccines have become such a hot topic? Back when I was a kid in...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | May 23, 2020 | Mommy, Self-Care
Pregnancy and being a newborn mom are equally as hard! With all of my pregnancies, I remember my labor and delivery process to the tee. Neither time was easy, but I pushed through (literally!), with the goal of getting the kid out of me. Plus, the anticipation of...