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03/06/2026

Daylight saving time is this Sunday, and even though we know it’s coming, it still finds a way to sneak up on us. If the time change throws off your sleep, a few small adjustments can help your body reset and get back on track:
🌞 Get morning sunlight. Natural light helps reset your internal clock.
🥗 More fiber and protein with less sugar and alcohol = better sleep.
❄️ Keep your bedroom cool and quiet.
📵 Skip phones and laptops before bed to protect your sleep cycle.
🧘 If you can’t sleep, don’t stress. Try deep breathing or a quiet, relaxing activity

03/03/2026

Period bleeding: What’s normal, what’s not?
If you’re in misery each month, you have options.

Learn what normal period bleeding looks like, signs of abnormal flow, and when to see your ob-gyn for evaluation and treatment.

02/24/2026

Trying the 5-5-5 rule: one new mom’s postpartum experience

A new mom shares what it was really like to try the viral 5-5-5 rule for postpartum recovery — including what worked, what didn’t, and what she wishes she’d known.

02/10/2026

👜🤰 Expectant Moms: 11 Hospital Bag Essentials
Make labor and your hospital stay more comfortable with this practical, mom-tested checklist ✔️
Because peace of mind is one thing you don’t want to forget 💕

Pack with confidence. Learn the 11 essentials recommended by a Novant Health childbirth educator — plus what the hospital provides for your stay.

01/30/2026

✅ Honoring the End of a Breastfeeding Journey 🤱💛
Every story is worth celebrating — doing what’s best for you is good parenting.

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/how-to-wean-from-breastfeeding-when-you-and-baby-are-ready?fbclid=IwY2xjawPpk_NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFqNmFWbWdiSVFZWjJIcVpPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmn-4M14X0bl4WY73uvvjT8lyWqdw6tXkAQ2tbRikx2wA5BDj2OV_zxGum0A_aem_D77DlQ6dTIXM7_NK1hOrCA

Ready to wean from breastfeeding? A certified nurse-midwife shares how to stop safely, manage emotions and give yourself grace through the process.

01/21/2026

🌸 Menopause isn’t one-size-fits-all — and neither is care. 🌸

Menopause looks different for every woman, and treatment should too 💕
In a new Meaningful Medicine with Novant Health episode, Dr. Melissa Davies shares what women should know about menopause and the wide range of treatment options designed to fit your individual needs.

✨ Knowledge is power. Personalized care matters.
🎧 Tune in and take charge of your health journey.

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/podcast-navigating-menopause-and-hormone-replacement-therapy?fbclid=IwY2xjawPdy-BleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFHYlpETmlkQXN3WlpDVlhjc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqB5PZb00IWmmY5z2n_cANIV7DD7_JAu4zY-Oro46VDH_ukBd7aAEUTsJYvZ_aem_aaaVTBeVRNLx0DzHsF0DRA

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but it often comes with challenging symptoms - from hot flashes and mood changes to sleep disruptions, weight gain, and an increased risk of osteoporosis. Dr. Melissa Davies "While menopause is expected, women ...

01/15/2026

❤️ “Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
At our clinic, we lead with love, kindness, and compassion every single day. 🩺✨
Because caring is at the heart of everything we do. 💖

01/12/2026

She turns challenges into possibilities for new moms 💕
Community Health Worker Courtney Floyd is dedicated to helping women find confidence, build connections, and get a strong, healthy start for their babies 👶✨

Meet a Novant Health perinatal community health worker helping pregnant and postpartum families overcome social and medical barriers to care.

01/08/2026

New Year’s fitness goals don’t have to be overwhelming. Dr. Zach Sandbulte reminds us that the best workout is the one you’ll actually do, even if it’s in your living room. 🦾🤾‍♀️
https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/no-gym-for-you?fbclid=IwY2xjawPM11NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFIYVd3NHNlS3c3dUp3eExJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoqhzxo_7xyPN0188zZZMxyHqD2Xr4-HSznQEvyYYFw5ui4WAlyrgF1NVFLm_aem_TZMqNRxaidaZTh06xmrFNQ

You don’t expensive contraptions or fancy gear for an effective home workout. Here’s how to get started with working out at home.

01/06/2026

🩺 Relief for Hot Flashes & Night Sweats Is Here!

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/struggling-with-hot-flashes?fbclid=IwY2xjawPJ_8hleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGUldFOEd2Vndod1A4d0d6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHt9e7YF4mCoKmhexJmkBAFqm8kKXsjla_U_V9FVxFWlAHM--xlfEGzSC9izf_aem_BxUZhcvQggJrQOzgny4guA

New nonhormonal medicine Lynkuet helps ease menopause hot flashes and night sweats, with mild side effects and quick relief.

12/31/2025

Together, let’s make 2026 a year of wellness, growth, and gratitude. Thank you for being part of our clinic family. 💙🩺

12/30/2025

💙 When care feels out of reach, our team steps in — every patient, every time!

For community health worker supervisor Alicia Smith, ensuring access to preventive care is both a professional passion and a personal mission.