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PE Class from Home: Staying Active During School Closures
As parents try to structure their kids' days with no school day to rely on, it's important to remember to save time to get their energy out and give them the opportunity to just...
5 Ways Brushing Can Be Fun for Your Kids
Tooth decay, cavities, and the occasional temper tantrum. Although most parents understand the perennial battle of getting their children to brush their teeth, the fight to ensure a healthy and cavity-free smile is worth...
Why the Chiefs Matter (Even if You’re Not a Football Fan)
I am the first to admit that my Chiefs fandom is probably going to collapse under Serious Fan scrutiny. I was raised in Chicago by a Bears fan family, and have sort of adopted...
My Secret to Managing the Family Budget
This post is sponsored and written by Commerce Bank.
When you are a new mom, there are few things more satisfying than reaching the end of the month and discovering leftover funds in your checking...
All I Need to Know: Five Years Later
In May 2014, my boys were almost five and seven years old. I was a practicing attorney and life juggler like every other mom, my creative outlet being the fun and introspective blog posts...
Healthcare Made Easier: Convenient Care You Can Count On
It's wintertime, which means plenty of people are coughing, sneezing and blowing their noses. But if you or a loved one start to show these symptoms, how do you know what level of care...
First Aid Tips for Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies seem to happen during the busiest times of the year and with the holidays quickly approaching, it’s a good idea to keep your nearest Smile Generation®-trusted pediatric dentist’s number on hand. Little...
Holiday Wish List: Toys That Teach for Every Age
This post is sponsored and written by Olathe Health Pediatric Therapists.This holiday season, we've got you covered! The Pediatric Therapists at Olathe Health put together a list of toys your kids will love that...
But You Don’t Look Like You Are Battling Breast Cancer
We are thrilled to bring you this personal account of Marilyn's breast cancer battle during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This post is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health and is written by patient Marilyn Scherer.
I...
Five Ways to End Homework Battles
Okay, let’s talk homework. If you are struggling to motivate your kids to do homework, you’re not alone.
Homework is a universal problem that all of us experience as parents. Where do we start when we...
5 Healthy Habits to Fight the Cold and Flu Season
Back to school means back to germs! Mom Alison Price, who is also a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner at Olathe Health Family Medicine – Ridgeview, has some tips to keep the germs away.
1. Get...
5 Tips To Remember When Shopping for Baby Clothes
When you’re shopping for baby clothes either for your own newborn or as a gift for someone else, it can be tricky to navigate the oversaturated supply that’s available. Between adorable outfits that will...
Comeback Kids – Recovering from a Concussion
Whether Friday night lights fracas, an errant high kick in dance or the mid-air separation of skateboard and skater, more and more young athletes are experiencing concussions or other Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). According...
Keeping Your House Poison Free
We are all settling into our school routine now and the craziness of the morning rush. As the chaos and hustle occur, safety mistakes are more likely to happen as parents' attention is divided.
As...
Tips for Back-to-School Anxiety
Let’s face it. Back-to-school anxiety is a common malady for all of us, especially our kids. Whether it’s a sudden tummy ache, a temper flare, surly attitude or even a downright refusal to let...