North State Parent magazine

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

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Treat Mom – Localicious

Treat Mom to a Peaceful Picnic in the Backyard or a Beautiful North State Spot I think we can agree that moms appreciate not having to cook or clean on […]

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4 Things Parents of Special Needs Children Don’t Love Hearing – Uniquely Us

As most parents of a child with special needs know, other people often have a desire to comment to us about our children, or our parenting. Family, friends, and even […]

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Simple Living – This is Tehama

The New Normal of Slow-Living on the COVID-19 Home Front How can your family find value in this time of COVID-19, the stay-at-home mandates, and social distancing? English children’s author […]

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Pine Creek Flowers

The Value of Locally and Sustainably Grown Flowers On the drive to Pine Creek Flowers, I was delighted by the bright orange poppies, yellow daffodils, and blooming almond trees dotting […]

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Marissa Kinneavy – Be the Change

Embracing the Mirror with Dance Classes in Redding Marissa Kinneavy remembers falling in love with dance as a child. As a native of Redding, CA, she didn’t find many local […]

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Earth Day Awareness: Publisher’s Picks

Low-cost activities from recycled materials are easy to make and fun to wear! Check out North State Parent’s picks to inspire Earth Day awareness his year. From crafts and building […]

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Being Responsible Outdoors During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Frequently Asked Questions

#1 Rule:  Always, always practice social distancing and follow the guidelines of your local government or the federal Centers for Disease Control (CDC), whichever are more restrictive. Unlike during and after […]

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Exploring Learning Styles

A More Adventurous Approach to Education to Enrich Your Child’s Life as Well as Your Own School should be an adventure in learning, and so should life. But if you […]

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A Smoothie Helps Kids Get Fruits & Veggies in the Belly

SMOOTHIES A Fast, Delicious Way to Help Kids Get Their Fruits & Veggies For picky kids* who turn up their noses at eating vegetables, using a juicer or blender to […]

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Stress Management Toolkit

How to Make A “Five Senses” Stress-Busting Toolkit for Your Kids We are all facing uncharted waters with the coronavirus disease, COVID-19. Everyone’s anxiety is sky high worrying about everything […]

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First Foods for Baby

Localicious: First Foods for Baby Hi, families with young babies. This one’s for you! Giving someone their first real taste of food can be so daunting. Let’s break it down […]

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Choosing the Best Diapers

How to Choose the Best Diapers for Your Baby and the Environment With the arrival of a new baby comes many challenging choices—co-sleep or crib, bottle, or breast. Cloth or […]

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Postpartum Doulas

The Fourth Trimester – How a Postpartum Doula Can Help As a Siskiyou County licensed midwife, Sue Wolcott has helped many women bring their babies into the world, and she […]

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Autism Awareness Month

Autism Awareness Month: Spotlight on Little Red Hen’s Autism Lifespan April is Autism Awareness Month, and there are many organizations in the North State that provide valuable services to families […]

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St. Elizabeth’s Midwives: This is Tehama

The Comfort and Care of Welcoming Babies with St. Elizabeth’s Midwives As St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff, CA, welcomes this year’s spring babies, the goal remains the same—healthy […]