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Sep 22, 2026 / Nutrition

Healthy Snack Tips to Say Goodbye to After-School Grazing!

If your house is like mine during the school year, kids walk through the door after school hungry and ready to snack! They often reach for whatever is quick and easy, like chips, crackers, or fruit snacks. A handful here, a handful there, and before you know it, they’re grazing until dinner time. With a…

Aug 14, 2026 / Infants

Colic: What It Is and What Parents Can Do

It’s five o’clock in the afternoon and your new beautiful bundle of joy has now become an inconsolable crying mess. You’ve tried picking your baby up, checking their diaper, offering some milk, swaddling, and laying them in their crib, but the crying just gets worse. In fact,…

Mar 11, 2026 / Safety & Prevention

Game Ready: How to Prevent Sports Injuries in Children

It’s a Saturday morning. The sidelines are full, and your child is ready to play. Then, suddenly a fall, a limp, and tears. Sports injuries are common, but the good news is many of them are preventable. Sports should build confidence, friendships, and lifelong healthy habits,…

Dec 02, 2025 / Safety

How Social Media Helps Teens Feel Connected and Less Alone

We hear it all the time, “Teenagers are addicted to their phones!” or “Social media is ruining their mental health!” Yes, there are very real concerns about screen time, cyberbullying, and comparison culture. And just as we prepare teens to drive cars, even though they…

Oct 15, 2025 / Behavioral Health

October is Bullying Awareness Month

The start of the school year brings much excitement, learning, and friendship opportunities. But for some students, it also brings the harsh reality of bullying. Exposure to bullying can impact your child’s mental health, as it can lead to depression, anxiety, academic struggles, and other…