These last 6 months have been a blur with the COVID-19 pandemic, I can hardly believe it is September and school has started again. I remember the feeling of great uncertainty earlier this year when this virus was starting to spread and we quickly closed schools, cancelled appointments, sports games Read More
Fever, Thermometers and When to Be Concerned
As we head into cold and flu season I thought I would take a moment to discuss fever and assessment of fever in children. Whether you are a new parent to a newborn or a parent with school age children required to check daily temperatures prior to heading off to school for COVID screening, there can Read More
What to Consider Before Welcoming a New Pet into the Family
With COVID-19 keeping people at home, many people are considering bringing a new pet into the household. Pets can provide so many benefits for children and families: companionshipreduced levels of anxiety and depressionthe opportunity to teach children about responsibilityincreased exercise and Read More
Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling
A new addition to the family is often exciting for all family members but can also cause some adjustment issues for an older sibling. As you prepare for your infant to arrive, there are several things you can do to help make the adjustment process easier. The more quickly you start the process of Read More
Lyme Disease
Summer months in Minnesota means enjoying the outdoors. This year especially your family may be hiking in local parks. Unfortunately summer is also the peak season for ticks and Lyme disease. Lyme disease is caused by the bite of an infected black legged (deer) tick. Lyme disease is the most common Read More
Parenting Through The Unthinkable
Over the past few decades, our country has survived many tragedies, from 9/11 to school shootings. Violence has sadly become a part of our culture. However, the events in our own community over the past week have been especially gut wrenching to me. How do we talk to our kids about what's happening Read More