The importance of play
As simple as it looks to an observer, there is a depth of critical development happening within children as they play. The benefits of...
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Made in the shade
As the weather gets warmer, we remind everyone to never leave pets (and kids!) in your car, as vehicles heat up quickly. Beyond that core...
- 4 days ago
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Should your child use an electric toothbrush?
Sometimes kids need extra motivation to brush their teeth. If a brush is cool enough to use, that may be just what your kiddo needs. For...
- 4 days ago
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Feast your way to better eye health
Research shows that eye-friendly nutrients reduce the risk of certain eye diseases. A summer salad is the perfect way to nourish your...
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Early evaluation is important
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting the orthodontist around age 7. By this age, most children have a mix of...
- 4 days ago
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Making and keeping friendships
Peer relationships are key to a child’s development, helping them grow social skills that are fundamental for their whole lives. If your...
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Kitchen chaos
Picture this: You work for months designing and planning your kitchen remodel. You sche- dule your remodeler for the summer, with a goal...
- 4 days ago
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When you need dinner quicker
Sometimes life comes at you fast, meaning dinner needs to come quicker. When that happens, count on the Co-op. We’ve always got good —...
- 4 days ago
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Lets Talk Health Q & A
Have a question you forgot to discuss at the doctor’s office or are too embarrassed to ask? The experts at Samaritan Health Services are...
- 5 days ago
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The emotional weight of having a child with disabilities
The experience of having a child with disabilities can be overwhelming for any parent, but the emotional weight can be particularly heavy...
- Mar 21
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Yeasty beasties
Sourdough bread, yes please. Beer, yup. Funky dog ears…my favorite! Well, I don’t love dogs having uncomfortable ear infections, but I do...
- Mar 21
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Laser dentistry = no needles, no drills And no pain
One of the most commonly asked questions in pediatric dentistry is, “Am I going to get a shot?” A trip to the dentist for a filling or...
- Mar 21
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Stop rubbing your eyes!
Combine the reproductive passions of flowers and fungi along with some human immunoglobulin, mast cells and histamines, and you have a...
- Mar 21
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Life after braces
The day you get your braces off is a right of passage for many. If you ask anyone who has worn traditional braces what they most look...
- Mar 21
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Un-selfie parenting
As parents we hate seeing our kids unhappy, and giving in sometimes feels a lot easier than saying no. However, we’re creating a “selfie”...
- Mar 21
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Strategic snacking
Snacking gets a bad rap. Maybe instead we should call it “fueling up,” because that’s what healthy snacking does. Keeping a full tank is...
- Mar 21
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Lets Talk Health Q & A
Have a question you forgot to discuss at the doctor’s office or are too embarrassed to ask? The experts at Samaritan Health Services are...
- Mar 21
- 2 min
Freshen up your space
As we head into the lighter, mild spring months, many people look to refresh their home’s appearance. While my job is to take rooms down...
- Mar 21
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Teens care about the world
Research has shown that adolescents and teens want to contribute to their communities, and that they actually care quite deeply about the...
- Feb 13
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Does my child need sealants?
Sealants are a white or clear coating placed on molars to protect the chewing surface of the teeth. Parents often ask us why sealants...
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