BACK TALK: Preventing Pandemic Parental Burnout We have been dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic for over a year now, and for many, life under lockdown has been taking its toll. Psychologists are reporting a rise in “pandemic fatigue” with more and more people starting...
by Christa Melnyk Hines “They must still be dating,” my friend whispers to me. As we stand shivering at my son’s soccer game, my brother-in-law and his fiancée cuddle together sharing a warm blanket and a chair. “No married couple would be that affectionate toward...
Keeping everyone safe and keeping kids in school There have been many recent stories about “pandemic fatigue.” People are tired of social distancing, weary of mask wearing, and yearn to be in the physical presence of friends and family. We have seen it firsthand… The...
Managing Pandemic Stress By Randall Ricardi, DO & Funda Bachini, MD There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic is stressful for parents. But have you considered how the unprecedented uncertainty is impacting your children? The pandemic has changed every aspect...
Eating Healthy During Your Pregnancy By Kerrie McLoughlin Congratulations on your pregnancy! While your baby is developing both physically and mentally in your womb, your food and drink choices are very important to the baby’s growth and development, as well as to...
With many families stuck at home juggling working remotely, homeschooling and trying to keep everyone happy and healthy, it can be easy to let an otherwise active lifestyle fall by the wayside. Especially amid one of Arizona’s hottest summers on record....