Health + Wellness

Remember the cool kids? You know, the ones who wouldn't wear a jacket because they didn't think it was cool? These were also the kids who likely had their backpacks hanging low, or slung it over one shoulder... because they...

Our job as parents is to help our kids grow, develop, and thrive. And while it's not a commonly used term in everyday life, a big part of kids' development focuses on "Activities of Daily Living," or ADLs as we...

There I was sitting in the clinic laboratory waiting area, waiting for the next blood draw to see if I had gestational diabetes. Thankfully I took a book with me to read. I was in the midst of the three-hour...

I'll admit it— I love working out. But that hasn't always been the case. When I was in college, there was a beautiful, brand new wellness center available and I probably went there a total of five times. Then in law...

“I just drove my wife way up to north Fargo and dropped her off. Now she’s running home,” actual words my husband said to his co-workers. Seeing a mix of concern and judgment spread across their faces, he quickly added,...

In today's fast-paced world, taking care of yourself has become increasingly important. Self-care is not just a trendy concept; it is a vital practice for maintaining overall well-being. One of my go-to self care regimens? Getting a facial! They...

As busy moms, it can be difficult to prioritize ourselves and our mental wellbeing. As mamas, we know we need to focus on these things, but sometimes it's at the bottom of a very long to-do list. We tend to...

There are many resources throughout the Fargo & Moorhead area that support the LGBTQ+ community. Our guide below has local, state, and national resources for parents that identify as LGBTQ+, parents that have children that identify as LGBTQ+, and...

This article was adapted from content originally published on FossSwimSchool.com. Every kid should have the ability to help themselves if they unexpectedly fall into the water. And it's each parent’s job to help their child be as prepared as possible. Foss Swim School...

Nearsightedness (also called myopia) is one of the most common eye problems in kids today. Like many moms, I think kids are just adorable in glasses! However, there's better technology to help kids with nearsightedness, and it all happens while...