I heard just the quietest little “plip.” I was pregnant with my second child and standing in our above-ground pool, letting the water buoy my enormous belly and relieving my […]
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Butte Environmental Council: Advocating for a Healthy Community
Located in gorgeous Butte County, the Butte Environmental Council (BCE) is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the environmental health of Butte County. Supported by 300 members, over 1,000 […]
In the Zone with Green Loan Support
Reduce, reuse and recycle are words most of us have heard since childhood. But for GreenLoan Support in Tehama County, it’s not just talk. GreenLoan Support means to make this […]
Different Sports for Different Kids: Getting Children to Develop a Lifelong Love of Physical Fitness
At a time when being hooked on smartphones is prevalent in our society, it’s more important than ever to help children (and adults) make physical fitness a priority. But how […]
Paradise Students Bridge the Past and Present Through a Trip in a Covered Wagon
For almost 30 years, David Vixie has brought history to life for seventh and eighth grade students. David is the principal of the Paradise Adventist Elementary School, a place he […]
Sneaky Ways to Get Kids to Eat Vegetables
As a mom of three toddlers, I understand the challenge of getting your kids to eat vegetables on a daily basis. It is recommended that kids eat three servings of […]
Heartfelt Health Care For Those Experiencing Homelessness In Redding
“I take care of wounds, drain abscesses, start blood pressure medicine, treat diabetes and treat psychiatric conditions,” says Dr. Kyle Patton, M.D., medical director of the Hope program at Shasta […]
Choosing the Best Exercise for Your Unique Pelvic Floor
I was approached by North State Parent Magazine regarding writing an informative piece about the pelvic floor. After 25 years working as a physical therapist in the field of pelvic […]
What If I Never Lose a Pound?
I stood there completely naked. I reached back and pulled the ponytail holder out of my hair. Nothing was going to impact this. I thought about taking off my wedding […]
Your Library is a Portal to Value
Entertainment, research, faraway lands, times gone by and new things to learn; your local library is a portal to all this and more. The hush of the traditional library with […]
Breastfeeding: Challenges and Solutions
As an Integrative Airway and Feeding chiropractor, I love helping moms and babies with breastfeeding issues. My journey with these families often begins during the prenatal phase. Comfortable prenatal experiences […]
Showing Up for Children Makes a Lasting Impression On Their Brains
Showing up in our lives and in the lives of our children is the juicy nectar of living fully. There is big meaning in that sentence. Take a moment to […]
Meeting the Moment: Trauma and Resilience Training for Educators
Michelle, a dedicated teacher in San Diego, describes the persistent challenges posed by Lana, one of her students. Lana consistently refuses to follow instructions, disrupts the class with her loud […]
