BHealthy Blog

11 ways to raise a healthy child
As a parent, you are an important teacher of health care and health information for your child. Here are 11 recommendations to help you succeed at this important job.

The Franklins’ search for a place to start a family led them right back home.
When it was A.J. and Sarah’s turn to become parents, they wanted to have their child close to home. So, they turned to the team at Baptist Health Medical Center – Arkadelphia for the care and support they needed. And now, with a house full of two children and another one on the way, home has taken on a whole new meaning.

Martha Copeland
After a long, hard road of rehabilitation at Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute, Martha Copeland is now back to enjoying the amazing things she once loved to do. In 2012, Martha was at the shooting range when an aneurysm ruptured – forever changing her life. She was rushed to the local hospital in Hot Springs and was soon transported via MedFlight to Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock for treatment.

Stop the Snore
You might not know that you snore at night, but those that sleep close to you sure do. While complaints about snoring are not always kind or well received, they shouldn’t be taken lightly.

Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Caring for an ill, aging, or disabled person can be a rewarding experience; however, informal caregivers often forget about the need to take care of themselves as well. Family or informal caregivers (caregivers who are not professionals) give free assistance with daily tasks like getting dressed or eating as well as transportation and grocery shopping. It can be overwhelming to take on the responsibility day in and day out, so it’s important to make sure you’re taking care of yourself as well.

Why You Should Breastfeed
Breast milk is the perfect food for your baby. It’s filled with just the right amount of nutrients and is gentle on little stomachs, intestines and other body systems. If you’re struggling with whether or not you should breastfeed, here are a few things to keep in mind.