Celebrating Motherhood

In May we will be celebrating Mother's Day and thanks to Dr. Nicole Saphier, and her collection of stories from moms Fox News personalities and moms around the country we will read first hand accounts of moms. We too have our own mom stories. For me, I will celebrate that day remembering my mom who passed in 2014, who was special. I will also be celebrating my daughters who make me feel special every day, as I am sure your daughters make you feel the same.

From Fox News medical contributor, Dr. Nicole Saphier, comes an inspiring collection of powerful first-person stories celebrating motherhood, from Fox News personalities and extraordinary moms around America.

Unmatched and unwavering, mothers are the embodiment of selfless, pure, and unconditional love. But so often, the sacrifices and triumphs of motherhood go unrecognized. Now, in Love, Mom, Fox News medical contributor and mom of three, Dr. Nicole Saphier, shines a light on the power of a mother’s love, with inspiring first-person stories from moms in the Fox News family.

For Dr. Saphier—who was just a teenager when she gave birth to her first son—motherhood was a transformative responsibility. Her story, like so many moms featured in this book, is an inspiration for what it means to be there for your child, no matter where you are in life. Alongside Dr. Saphier’s account are deeply personal contributions from FOX News anchors and personalities, such as: 

• Ainsley Earhardt, on the precious bond between mother and daughter, the loss of her own mom, and the power of her faith.
• Rachel Campos-Duffy, on raising nine children, unexpected blessings, and dedicating her life to advocating for education and awareness about children with Down Syndrome.
• Kayleigh McEnany, on embracing motherhood despite health challenges, and the delicate balance between career aspirations and the profound gift of raising children.
• Janice Dean, on navigating the heartbreak of miscarriage, living with an autoimmune disease, and finding joy in raising boys.
• Martha MacCallum, on the challenges of juggling career and family, the myth of perfection, and the importance of being kind to yourself.
• Sandra Smith, on how motherhood truly takes a village, and the value of a strong support system as a working mom.
• Carley Shimkus, on being a new mom, and balancing new responsibilities with grace and determination.

In Love, Mom, these mothers share their powerful stories, greatest challenges, and insightful reflections about young motherhood, miscarriage, ovarian cancer, mixed race children, postpartum depression, domestic violence, adoption, blended families, and more. Ultimately, Love, Mom is a celebration of motherhood and reminds us that a mother’s strength and love is an extraordinary gift.

A nationally known medical contributor and regular guest anchor for the Fox News Channel, NICOLE SAPHIER, MD is a full-time practicing, board-certified radiologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City active in health policy and legislation.

Youn Gives Step-by-Step Guide to Reversing Effects of Aging!

 A NATIONAL BESTSELLER

From bestselling author and beloved social media star, Dr. Anthony Youn comes a revolutionary step-by-step guide to reversing the effects of aging at any stage in life.

Growing older is a blessing. However, the slow decline and the loss of functionality associated with aging has led us to treat the process like a disease. These negative effects of aging, however, are not inevitable. Rather, they’re largely the result of environmental and lifestyle factors that, when properly addressed, can be reversed through a process called Autojuvenation™.

Dr. Youn, one of America’s most trusted surgeons, offers a groundbreaking new approach to turning back the clock naturally. In this step-by-step guide, he shows us how, through simple changes in diet, activity, and skin care, we can look younger than ever before. Readers will learn:

How to reverse the aging process by combining intermittent fasting with autojuvenation-promoting foods.

How to develop a simple skincare routine to look younger for life.

Best practices for sleep, hygiene, yoga, exercise, mindset, and natural dental care


Everything you ever wanted to know about Botox, fillers, microneedling, chemical peels, fat-blasting treatments, and more.

A simple three-week program to jump-start the autojuvenation process to look and feel your best.

Packed with accessible, innovative tips and techniques, this must-read guide shows us the simple changes you can make to live longer, look better, stay healthier, and feel amazing—for life.

Known as America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon™, Dr. Anthony Youn is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Award-Winning Author, and Anti-Aging Expert. He is the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with over 14 million total followers on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. He is the author of the best-selling and award-winning memoir IN STITCHES" and its follow-up, "PLAYING GOD: THE EVOLUTION OF A MODERN SURGEON."

He is one of the nation's best-known experts in looking younger with or without surgery. His USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling book, "THE AGE FIX: A LEADING PLASTIC SURGEON REVEALS HOW TO LOOK TEN YEARS YOUNGER" has spawned a television special of the same name, which currently airs on public television stations across the country, inspiring millions to make simple dietary changes that can profoundly improve their health and appearance. For the past dozen years, he has also shared his tips for holistic plastic surgery on such programs as "The Rachael Ray Show," "The Doctors," "The Doctor Oz Show," and many others. He is a strong advocate for responsible plastic surgery and recommends using actual surgery as a last resort for patients who want to look and feel younger and better.

His newest book, YOUNGER FOR LIFE: Feel Great, Look Your Best, and Extend Your Lifespan at Any Age, reveals his revolutionary plan for turning back the clock holistically using the principles of AUTOJUVENATION. It will be published January 2, 2024.

Named a "Top Plastic Surgeon" by U.S. News and World Report, Harper's Bazaar, and Town and Country, Dr. Youn is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

For more information, please visit: www.dryoun.com or listen to his podcast "THE HOLISTIC PLASTIC SURGERY SHOW" available on iTunes and Android.

Pearl Harbor - Your Point of View is Important

By Doyne Phillips, Managing Editor for Southern Writers Magazine

Recently, I had the opportunity to revisit Pearl Harbor. It had been some sixteen years since I was last there and very little has changed. It is a well-maintained memorial to our fallen heroes and the tragedy that occurred there on December 7^th, 1941 at 7:55 AM. I will tell you it seems to me each time I have visited I have come away with a different perspective of the tragedy. I discovered I wasn’t the only one.  

Visiting the book shop there I was overwhelmed by the great number of books about the event. Bookshelves full of books stand in place covering a large portion of the gift shop. Judging by their titles, each approaches the event from a different viewpoint. Most cover the actual attack. Being able to look back on it and the additional knowledge gathered over the years provides the writers of today with an insight many did not have. The shock of such an attack happening on US soil overwhelmed many and made it hard to be objective early on. Many have taken a second look, see more and can deal with more of the stories.

One book I found great interest in was one written by Rodney T. West, MD. Honolulu Prepares for Japan’s Attack, May 15, 1940 to December 8, 1941. I had the good fortune of meeting Dr. West in 2003. He was doing what writers do, signing his book at the Memorial site, and taking time to speak with each of us. Dr. West had served on several committees preparing for the possibility of such an attack. He shared with me even with all the preparation, they were overwhelmed. He said he could not imagine how things would have gone without the preparation and planning they had in place. Dr West’s title of his book gives a definite timeline.  

Preparation was some 18 months but on December 8^th it was over. It then became time to recover and rebuild. Dr West died in March of 2008. Well known on the island for his service to the community as a veteran and MD he had one other note of fame prior to death. During the Obama Presidential Campaign his name was brought to light as the Dr who delivered Barack Obama. Dr West touched history a second time. The conspiracy continues to be debated.

I hope writers when writing about a known event realize there are many  different viewpoints. Many are different. If you think yours is important, most likely it is important to others. Don’t hesitate to share it with us all.