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A research-based approach to helping kids
Positive Youth Development (PYD) is a research-based approach to youth programming shown to help children with relationships, engagement...
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Genetic screening for your pets
As our pets live longer, we see more cancer diagnoses. The good news is that we’ve made incredible advances in early diagnosis through...
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Keep those spooky sugar bugs away
Halloween is around the corner, and lots of candy will hit us all soon. Help your kids stay on track for good oral health and keep those...
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Playtime for moms
Moms need me-time for our mental and emotional wellbeing, which allows us to better care for our families. A date night or girls’ night...
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Timing your laser eye surgery
Corrective vision surgery such as LASIK can give you freedom from glasses or contacts. As long as you are medically cleared as a...
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Autumn’s delight
transform your home with cozy fall vibe As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisper, fall brings a golden opportunity to revamp...
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Don’t ruin your smile with vaping
This goes for teens — and moms Vaping may seem like a way around getting yellow smoker’s teeth, but not so fast. Just because...
Oct 9, 20231 min read


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...
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Ways to save at the Co-op
Everyone can save while shopping at the Co-op. Easy ways to start: Look for the purple tags: Co-op Basics are products available at such...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Raising a child with ADHD/ADD
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder have a brain difference that results in specific and unique behaviors, and many...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


The darker side of cute
Everybody loves seeing an animal do something cute or even a little strange. A dog sliding down the stairs on his belly or one that one...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Your rights and IEPs
When you have a child with specialized education needs, you’ve likely encountered an Individualized Education Program (IEP). At its core,...
Aug 3, 20232 min read


Dental trauma: what to do if...
A baby tooth is knocked out Contact your pediatric dentist as soon as possible. Have your child rinse their mouth with water, and apply a...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Activities for family bonding
As moms, we can get so caught up in the must-dos for our kids, we sometimes need a reminder to play together. Doing so allows you to...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


When wildfire smoke gets in your eyes
Wildfire smoke can cause several eye problems, including inflammation, irritation, allergic reactions and dry eyes. This happens because...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Back to school with braces
If your child is heading back to school with braces, be prepared with these tips: Stay on track with orthodontic appointments to ensure...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Study Spaces
As summer draws to a close, parents and children prepare for the back-to-school season. Beyond shopping for new clothes and school...
Aug 3, 20232 min read


Supporting your child through anxiety
As a school administrator, I often meet with parents who are worried about their child who struggles to get out of bed, disconnects from...
Aug 3, 20232 min read


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...
Aug 3, 20232 min read


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...
Jun 1, 20231 min read
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