
Holly Garcia
Mental Health and Parenting Writer | Partnering with Therapy Practices, Mental Health Professionals & Parenting Brands
- Milwaukee, WI, USA
- in/hollycatherine/
Publications
- Parents2 articles
- Scary Mommy1 article
- Baby-Chick.com1 article
Writes Most On
- ASMR Can Reduce Stress and Anxiety—But Is It Appropriate for Children?27 Jan—ParentsHave you ever come across an online video of someone pretending to do your makeup? Maybe you've seen clips of people whispering into the camera while repetitively moving their hands. These videos are meant to trigger ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response), a relaxing and meditative sensation that's paired with static-like "tingles" at the top of the head. Proponents of ASMR—sometimes called "tingleheads"—claim that these videos invoke a deep sense of calmness and help them sleep. As a...
- Is It Safe to Eat Spicy Food While Pregnant?25 Sep 2023—ParentsYou might crave hot peppers or buffalo wings during pregnancy—but can you eat spicy food while expecting? We spoke with experts to learn about the safety considerations, possible side effects, and more. In This Article Safety of Spicy Food While Pregnant Spicy Food Cravings Benefits of Spicy Food Potential Side Effects Can Spicy Food Induce Labor? Anyone who has experienced pregnancy cravings knows they don’t always make sense, but getting your hands on the foods you desire is an absolute...