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Nov 22, 20221 min read
Oh the joy of dogs
So gross, yet so wonderful The age-old question of why do dogs scoot has plagued many brilliant scholars. However, through years of...


Nov 22, 20222 min read
Avoiding transition tantrums
We’ve all been there: While rushing to make it in time for that playdate, appointment or last-minute trip to Target, the dreaded...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
How to stop eye twitching
An eyelid twitch (or tic) is when you have a spasm or slight movement of your upper or lower eyelid. For the majority of us, this common...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Fixing bite issues is important
Your smile looks great but your dentist tells you to see an orthodontist to correct your bite. But why? As the upper and lower teeth...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Actively learning to know your children
While culture and trends change and we work to understand their impact on kids, some things remain constant, like the importance of...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Yet...is the key to a growth mindset
“I can’t do this...yet.” “I’m not good at this...yet.” “I don’t get it...yet.” A growth mindset is an important tool for learning. But...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Preventing lost pets…and broken hearts
Indoor cats slip out an open door, dogs wriggle out of their collars…becoming lost is one of the biggest risks for our beloved pets....


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Cool preservation ideas
Keep eating fresh, even after the chill of winter hits One of the simplest tools when it comes to preserving is standard in most...


Oct 1, 20222 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 1, 20221 min read
Trends I’m loving in 2022
Neutral color palettes with pumped up textures If you crave the effortless look of a neutral room, there are a few tips to follow for...


Oct 1, 20221 min read
Is fluoride safe for kids?
Many parents are unsure if their child would benefit from a fluoride supplement. It is a well-known, evidence-based fact that fluoride,...


Aug 9, 20221 min read
Back to school with braces
Share these tips with your child to keep them smiling into the school year: Eat braces friendly foods. Look for foods that aren’t sticky,...


Aug 9, 20221 min read
What are those strange shapes in your field of vision?
People say they look like cells, squiggles, amoebas, dots or cobwebs, and the second you try to focus on them, they dart away. They’re...


Aug 9, 20222 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 9, 20221 min read
Variety is the spice of life
When it comes to spices (and just about anything else) fresh is better. At the Co-op, we’re always keeping it fresh, with seasonal...

Aug 9, 20221 min read
When screen time becomes scream time
Canadian researchers found that using screen time as a reward heightens a child’s attraction to it. There’s a dopamine connection that...

Aug 9, 20221 min read
Nurturing children so they grow
What kids need to grow and achieve in school and life is similar to tending a garden. With the right care, children can bloom, just like...

Aug 9, 20221 min read
Changes to routines can cause stress for pets
Back-to-school time can bring changes to a home’s schedule, in terms of meals, exercise routines and more. Pets are creatures of habit,...


Aug 9, 20221 min read
A back-to-school essential: water
Water is life-sustaining and then some: staying properly hydrated helps our energy, digestion, concentration, immune system and more. It...

Aug 9, 20221 min read
3D-printed braces... wait, what?!
There’s new technology in braces: until recently, traditional brackets used in braces have been one-size-fits-all. With 3D printing,...
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