Health+Wellness

Dr. Alison Warren of OrthoCarolina was in her final semester of  pre-med bachelor’s degree when she was introduced to Traditional Chinese Medicine. A self-confessed nerd, she would watch surgeries in her free time. At Post-Op appointments she observed the surgery patients say they were STILL experiencing pain. There has to be something else we can do, she […]

I’m probably a little biased, but I think that women are amazing.  We juggle school, family, work, friends, volunteer service, and so much more. It’s probably safe to say that we run the world. Since ruling the world is kind of a big job, it’s often difficult to find the time to take care of […]

Let’s face it: working out is a chore. Necessary? Yes. Exhilarating and enjoyable? Not always the case. If you’re looking for a way to mix up your workout routine and turn it upside down, literally though, you’re in luck. The newest fitness sensation has arrived in Charlotte and it’s just as fun as it looks. […]

Oh yes, they’ve done it now.  Liz & Clary have pretty much eliminated every excuse you have for not embracing the HILLIARD STUDIO METHOD workout routine.  Too busy, nope.  Not in town, nope.  Too pricey, nope.  Too intimidating, nope.  Too many gorgeous women in amazing shape?  Well, yes. But in this case, only you and […]

This is a complex and emotional topic. Every woman I know walks the path of motherhood in some fashion. We are preventing pregnancy, planning for pregnancy and praying that when we are ready, our body will cooperate. The American Society For Reproductive Medicine states that “11% of women in the US  (about 6.7 million)” struggle […]

EDITORS NOTE: Help on dealing with infertility from our guest blogger Deryle Hunter, a licensed therapist whose practice focuses on adults with anxiety, depression, loss, family conflict, life transitions and infertility. An area of particular interest and advanced training for Deryle is couples therapy. Since scoop is all about achieving the best in local lifestyle, […]

Yes, the ultimate way to unwind may be luxuriating at the spa (the perfect excuse for a girls’ getaway), but you can also help relax your body and mind with daily stretching. In my conversation with Todd Shropshire, physical therapist with ORTHOCAROLINA, I found out stretching can go a long way towards helping us feel […]

It’s no myth, pregnant women do have a radiant glow. That glow is caused by increased levels of hormones, extra blood circulating through their body and maybe a dash of pure joy.  However, pregnancy can also wreak havoc on a woman’s complexion. One such bothersome condition is melasma (pronounced mu-LAZ-muh).  A blotchy darkening of the […]

Choosing a pediatrician is a top concern for new parents. After the baby arrives, life becomes hectic in the most beautiful way. Establishing a relationship with a pediatric practice prior to this life changing event is key. Scoopcharlotte interviewed Dr. Anna Schmelzer at Carolinas HealthCare System’s Charlotte Pediatric Clinic to find out what to expect from pediatric care. I found […]

The moment you find out you’re pregnant– focus shifts. It’s not just about you anymore. EVERYTHING  you do is discussed, scrutinized, planned out and talked about. A frantic flurry of information. The constant internal dialog, “will this be good for my baby?” It can be overwhelming and confusing. We talked with Dr Elizabeth Moran of CAROLINAS […]

I remember my husband and I walking in the front door of our home with our newborn baby knowing the parenting of this child was our most important undertaking. Those first few months were scary (and amazing). I called the nurse triage line at the pediatrician’s office at least 100 times (no exaggeration). As time […]

If (when!!) our weight sneaks up over the ideal range, fitting into skinny jeans can feel as daunting as climbing Mount Everest. And it’s not just style challenges that come with a heavier frame, as gaining even 10 to 20 pounds can have an impact on our health.  Most of us have heard that heart disease […]