North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

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Parent Infant Programs: Early Intervention in the North State

Being a parent can be a wonderful and life changing experience. It can also be extremely stressful and demanding, especially if your child is experiencing development challenges. It is natural […]

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Mental Health Issues in Kids – Signs & How to Ask for Help

Roughly 7.7 million children in the United States live with at least one mental health disorder. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Depression, and behavioral disorders such as Oppositional Defiant […]

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What to Do if Your Child’s IEP Isn’t Being Followed

If you are a parent of a child with special needs, you most likely know what an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) is. For those who aren’t familiar with the term, […]

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How to Talk to Young Kids About Disabilities and Differences

For many parents, the first time their child asks about or points out a person with a disability in public is an awkward experience. Even if the child already has […]

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Chico Down Syndrome Connection: Support and Empowerment For Local Families

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day, a global awareness day that the United Nations has officially observed since 2012. Each year, about 6,000 babies in the United States are […]

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10 Stress-Busting Reasons To Take Your Family On A National Park Road Trip

Connecting to nature at one of these awe-inspiring places on a family road trip is a great way to reduce stress and boost everyone’s mood. Here are 10 reasons to take […]

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Fun Ways Nature Helps Reduce Stress

Our kids are living with a lot of stress these days, including the uncertainty of schooling amid the pandemic, and navigating social media, along with the “normal” stressors of growing […]

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Make Earth Day Forever With Easy Ways To Reduce, Reuse And Recycle

Every year on April 22, millions of families around the world celebrate Earth Day. The brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson, a Democrat from Wisconsin, Earth Day began as a “national […]

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Nature Can Help Your Children Sleep Better

The bedtime battle is a real struggle for many families. Besides sticking to a consistent routine, there are some other tips and tricks that can be helpful. It is important […]

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Nina Natina’s Swim Foundations Builds Swimmers for Life

Nina Natina is busy gearing up to kick off the 2022 season of swim classes and workshops at Swim Foundations. This program provides swim lessons and training resources for swim […]

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The North State Is A Bike Lover’s Paradise

Biking in the North State is a growing passion for many families, with new trails popping up throughout the area. Starting your kids young with this healthy, fun family activity […]

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Food Allergies & Children – Can Kids Outgrow Allergies?

Some children may outgrow their food allergies. But the likelihood of that happening depends in large part on the type of food a child is allergic to, as well as […]

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Nutrition Hacks To Keep Your Kids Calm and Relaxed

Our children face a lot of stress, including homework, busy schedules, social pressures and just the normal challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. One simple […]

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Little Lies That Can Ruin Your Heart Health

Is it so bad to have a second piece of cake or to skip a week of exercising when you feel overwhelmed by work, kids, life? The experts say no, as […]

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Get Creative To Reach Your Savings Goals

Saving money should be simple, right? Spend less than you earn, and save what’s left. If only it were this easy. Saving money requires the endurance of running a financial […]