Mind Articles

Essential Kitchen Safety for Kids and Families

In addition to family parties with grilling and camping trips with fires, summer months may mean tweens and teens spend more time home alone and making their own meals. All come with burn risks, but prevention is key. Rachel Stutes, PA, with Our Lady of Lourdes Burn...

New Moms, Take Care of Your Mental Health

Bringing a new life into this world is a remarkable journey, filled with joy, wonder and its fair share of challenges.  For new moms, one of the most significant concerns often revolves around ensuring your little one receives the best nutrition possible. ...

When Can Kids Start Safely Using Adult Medicine?

Headaches, fevers and allergies – oh my! Little kids’ symptoms can sometimes feel very big, but when is it appropriate for a child to start taking the grown-up version of common medicines?  Jericho Bell, MD, St. Dominic’s pediatrician, provides answers to parents’...

Navigating Tough Times: 3 Tips to Help Kids Cope if They Witness Trauma

​​​​​​Resilience is your capacity to rise above tough circumstances, and helping our kids become more resilient is an important part of the parenting journey. While children are naturally resilient, they can still be deeply affected by tragedy in the news or...