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5 Hobbies that Promote Calm and Mindfulness

01/02/2023 ● By Nadine Westwood

From extremely busy schedules to pressures at work, and the stress that comes with raising a family, life can throw all manner of things at you from different directions.

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Growing a Thankful Family - In a Want More World

12/02/2022 ● By Jan Pierce, M.Ed.

One of my favorite childhood stories is Laura Ingalls Wilder’s account of the Christmas when Mr. Edwards braved a snowstorm to bring gifts to the family.

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Keeping Kids Active in Cold Weather Months

11/02/2022 ● By Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Daily exercise is essential for kids and their families, no matter the season. Regular exercise helps to boost the immune system, maintain strong muscles and bones.

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Five Ways to Cope with Holiday Depression

11/02/2022 ● By Jan Pierce

The issue of depression is a serious one and it seems the holiday season brings added stress for everyone.

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Coping with a Fear of Shots

10/05/2022 ● By Ross Newman, M.D., F.A.A.P.

The fear of getting a vaccination can often be worse than the shot itself, but there are things you can do to help make immunizations a positive and calm experience for children.

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Raising the Pink Flag

10/05/2022 ● By Oregon Medical Group

Pandemic Makes Pink Ribbons More Important Than Ever. If you came of mammogram age over the last few years and postponed scheduling yours, here’s a run-down of what you should know about breast health and screenings.

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Indoor Veggie Gardening

10/05/2022 ● By Kimberly Blaker

The move toward more sustainable living has gained traction in recent years with families looking to help the environment and their wallets.

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Instrument of Torture, or the Magic Flue

08/31/2022 ● By Rick Epstein

The instrumental-music teacher cast her net into the fourth grade and pulled me into her boat, wriggling weakly. My dad asked, “Well, which instrument would you like to play?”

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Extracurricular Activities

08/31/2022 ● By Rebecca Hastings

…More Important Now, Than Ever. We all know life changed drastically when the pandemic entered the picture.

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Is My Child Getting Enough Sleep?

08/31/2022 ● By By Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Sleep is fundamental to a child’s health; however, getting kids back on their school sleep schedule after a carefree summer can be a tough task for parents.

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