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Mar 25
1 min

Here Comes the Sun

Brighten up your home for spring George Harrison’s song, “Here comes the sun” echoes our feelings on the arrival of spring. As we leave...

Mar 25
1 min

The joy of summer camps

In our living history, I doubt children (and parents!) have ever been this excited to be part of anything involving socializing and...

Mar 25
1 min

Ode to our graduating seniors

This past year has been nothing any of us anticipated, and one fully felt by our high school seniors. How do we acknowledge the loss...

Mar 25
2 min

Your pet and houseplants

Watching our pups and kittens mischievously explore our residential jungles offers no end of laughter and the ever-present phrase: “Did...

Mar 25
1 min

Better all-around snacking!

Spending more time around the house — something we’ve all been doing more of recently — can lead to boredom, which leads to snacking....

Mar 25
1 min

In the know with H2O

Getting young children to drink good old fashioned water can be a challenge. On average, a five-year-old child should consume 3 – 5...

Mar 25
1 min

It’s called a Snellen chart

That famous vision test with the large E and various letters in descending sizes is called a Snellen chart. It measures visual acuity,...

Mar 25
1 min

Kids and mouthwashes

With an array of mouthwashes on the market, you may wonder if your child should use one. The general idea of a mouth rinse is to dislodge...

Mar 25
2 min

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...

Feb 3
2 min

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...

Feb 3
1 min

Heads up on head gear

When correcting jaw and bite alignment, headgear is often used in orthodontics. Headgear is considered an external “appliance,” as we...

Feb 3
1 min

Winterize your eyes

Winter can do a number on your eyes, with cold and hot air teaming up to dry them out. Plus, UV protection is needed, even on overcast...

Feb 3
1 min

X-ray vision

Parents often ask why we recommend their children have dental X-rays taken. While a child’s smile may look healthy, there are parts of...

Feb 3
1 min

Natural Cleaning Choices

A lot of us have been spending more time at home with our families lately, which means more messes. Many mainstream cleaners contain...

Feb 3
1 min

Caring for your neighbors

In days gone by, our neighborhoods were our support system. We knew each other like family. Before the pandemic, many of us would come...

Feb 3
1 min

Top 5 Health Benefits of Archery

Archery is a safe, fun sport that is perfect for social distancing, with a host of benefits for children. Remaining focused during a shot...

Feb 3
1 min

Impact of COVID on Design

The pandemic affected almost every aspect of life, and design is no exception. Homeowners have become more willing to invest in their...

Dec 8, 2020
1 min

Have we ever longed for a new year so deeply?

Many of us have mourned what we’ve lost in 2020, and no doubt we’ve talked about it — maybe even impassionedly railed about it. As we...

Dec 8, 2020
1 min

Now that takes the cake

Holidays come and holidays go, but a delicious cake or pie is a timeless treat. To make your holiday, and everyday, cakes and pies even...

Dec 8, 2020
1 min

Keep the “sugar bugs” at bay this holiday season

The holiday season is here, and kids are dreaming of Santa, presents and treats. A few tips to keep your child’s teeth healthy and safe...

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