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Laura Wheatman Hill

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Laura Wheatman Hill lives in Portland, Oregon with her two children. She blogs about parenting, writes about everything, and teaches English and drama when not living in an apocalyptic dystopia. Her work has appeared on Parents, JSTOR Daily, Parent Map, She Knows, and others.
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Articles

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Pets

Can dogs get sore throats?

Your four-legged friend can catch viruses, just like humans can—and luckily there are ways to treat these symptoms
Jan. 24, 2023
calico cat - famotidine for cats
Pets

Famotidine for cats

This common heartburn medication is used to treat a range of gastrointestinal issues in cats
Dec. 28, 2022
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Wellness

7 benefits of cinnamon

This popular spice can help regulate blood sugar, improve heart health, and more
Nov. 23, 2022
Pregnant woman's profile: Diastasis recti symptoms
Health Education

Gestational hypertension 101

The complications of high blood pressure during pregnancy range from uncomfortable to life-threatening, but you can take steps to prevent and manage this condition
Nov. 16, 2022
Dog barking - hydroxyzine for dogs
Pets

Hydroxyzine for dogs

This prescription medication can be very helpful for pets with eczema
Oct. 25, 2022
A couple with their dog - prednisone side effects in dogs
Pets

Prednisone for dogs

This commonly prescribed steroid medication can treat a variety of conditions in your pet
Sep. 20, 2022
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Health Education

What to avoid after the flu shot

For the most part, you can go back to life as normal—with these considerations
Sep. 7, 2022
package of medication - Can kids take Zofran?
Drug Info

Can kids take Zofran?

If your child has particularly bad nausea, here are your options
Aug. 8, 2022
A gray cat - lantus insulin for cats
Pets

Lantus insulin for cats

If your four-legged friend has diabetes, here’s what you need to know about this Rx
Jul. 26, 2022
Woman holding neck - When to take muscle relaxers
Drug Info

When to take muscle relaxers

These prescriptions are very effective at relieving certain types of pain
Jun. 30, 2022
cat driving a car - do cats get car sick?
Pets

Do cats get car sick?

A road trip with your pet can lead to messy situations, but these prevention and treatment options can help
May 23, 2022
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