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...

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

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...

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...