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Jul 29, 2024 / Healthy Living

Managing Screen Time: A Guide for Parents

In today’s digital age, managing screen time for children is one of the many challenges parents face daily. Understanding its impact on your child’s growing brain and setting reasonable limits are important steps toward ensuring healthy development. Read on for a detailed guide to help you navigate screen time effectively for your young children. Understanding…

Apr 30, 2024 / Behavioral Health

Navigating Postpartum Depression

The arrival of a new baby can bring on a whirlwind of emotions. From feeling joy and excitement to being overwhelmed, having some anxiety, and even experiencing some sadness—it’s a rollercoaster ride of emotions for parents. While it’s normal to experience a range of emotions…

Mar 11, 2024 / Safety

Brain Injury Awareness

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force. Brain function is temporarily or permanently impaired, and structural damage may or may not be detectable with current technology. Even after an…

Feb 21, 2024 / Nutrition

Sports Hydration & Meal Timing

Proper hydration and fuel timing are important for sports performance. Without the right nutrients or even water loss as little as 2-3% of an athlete’s body weight can decrease athletic performance. Creating a plan for hydration and balanced eating before, during, and after exercise is…

Dec 14, 2023 / Teens

Seasonal Depression in Teens and Children

Seasonal depression, a type of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is depression that occurs during the same season every year. It is most common in the fall and winter months when the days are shorter and there is less sunlight. Like adults, children and teens can…