Health+Wellness

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 […]

When that pair of 4 inch heels calls to you from across the department store, do you take a moment to consider your feet before pulling out the credit card? Let’s be honest, we all probably own many pairs of shoes more eye-catching than comfortable. We count on our feet to get us everywhere, so they […]

As we all well know, running shoes aren’t cheap.  Even if you don’t go for the latest, hottest brand, technology, and color, running shoes are still one of the larger expenses in the sport. Unfortunately, as you log in the miles, your shoes will lose their cushioning, stability, and shock absorption.    Running in old […]

If Family Feud had a survey that asked what women honestly want for their 40th birthday, I think one of the top answers would be BOTOX. Yes,  diamonds, vacations and cars are also right up there, but among my girlfriends, youth typically wins. Year after year the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has seen […]

Even though some time spent in the sun each day is great for our health,  the sun’s strong rays can have damaging effects on the skin and possibly even lead to skin cancer. Did you know that you can protect your skin from the potentially harmful effects of the sun by eating certain foods? Foods […]