North State Parent magazine

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

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Lacrosse: Traditional Native Game Teaches Life Lessons

Lacrosse, often hailed as “the fastest game on two feet,” is a sport steeped in tradition and infused with energy, teamwork and finesse. Originating centuries ago as a Native American […]

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What Teenagers Wishes Their Parents Knew About Them

What do you think of when you think of a teenager? Rebellion, always hungry and very good selective hearing? Stereotypes follow teenagers from the start, when the number of their […]

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A Flag on the Play: Football Fears and Concussion Care, with Dr. Parker

Traumatic brain injuries are getting more coverage these days. But stories usually cover adult injuries. To learn more about the risks to our children, we reached out to Dr. Nate […]

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Hands Across Humanity: A Grassroots Call for Inclusion, Equity and Connection

Many systems exist to support people with disabilities, but what happens when those systems fail to meet real needs? For many, services meant to provide care and inclusion instead create […]

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Discover Wonder at the Schreder Planetarium

By Nate Fairchild, Director of Science and Charter School Authorization Shasta County Office of Education When families in Shasta County are looking for something both fun and educational, one local […]

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Air ambulances are helping bridge the gap in healthcare for rural hospitals.

One of the biggest issues in rural health care is the lack of health care facilities. Many rural areas don’t have enough doctors or hospitals and appropriate care is often […]

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A Local Fragrance: Beehives and Candles at the Monastery of St. John in Manton

During a worker bee’s five-to-six-week life span, it works tirelessly inside the hive and, in warmer months, is sent out to forage in the surrounding area. The concerted effort of […]

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Rock Climbing Basics in The North State

Rock climbing is a growing sport in the U.S. and with its introduction at the 2020/2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, is now a major competitive sport. But many people also […]

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Seasonal Edibles in Colors of The Rainbow

Fruits and vegetables; simple, yet complex! We hear family, friends and often ourselves announce goals to include more in our diets. Fruits and veggies can be the most beautiful foods, […]

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Walk with a Doc: Step toward a Healthier You

In an age where health information is abundant yet often overwhelming, a simple, effective and engaging initiative is gaining traction: Walk with a Doc (WWAD). This global program offers a […]

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Grandparent Karen Siegel: Musical Mentor to Young Minds

As a child, did you, like me, slog through piano scales and boring “beginner” music? I wanted to play the piano (imagining tickling the keys like with my favorite songs […]

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Tips for Talking with Your Partner About Money

Money can often be a hard topic to bridge if you’re in a relationship. Depending on your financial situation, values and experiences with money, you and your spouse or significant […]

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The Gift That Goes Beyond Nourishing: Breast Milk Donation and Its Life-Saving Impact

As the highest standard of infant nutrition, it’s often known as “liquid gold.” Rich with antibodies, nutrients and hormones, breast milk supports a baby’s growth and immune system in ways […]

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Ways to Memorialize the Loss of a Pet

Draw a picture or write a letter Kids often find it helpful to draw a picture of or write a letter to their pet that expresses how they feel. “After […]

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From One Dad to Another: Being Your Child’s Safe Harbor

I sit with men every day who talk about their deepest struggles—anxiety, depression, years of buried emotions. Often, these conversations circle back to a common thread: “I wish my father […]