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Planting Seeds of Knowledge: Teaching Kids About the Origin of Foods

Jun 28, 2024 08:23AM ● By Thais Harris, BCHN

Teaching kids about where food comes from fosters healthier eating habits and deepens their connection to food, culture, and sustainability.

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Eco Evie Apparel: Fashion for Conservation

Jun 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Eco Evie Apparel, a Milwaukee-based clothing brand owned by mother-daughter duo Kelly and Evie Mutsch, is making creative waves in conservation with clothes made from 100% recycled plastic.

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Secrets to Summer Success: Giving Youngsters the Vacation They Need

May 30, 2024 08:23AM ● By Thais Harris, BCHN

For a balanced summer, mix playtime, nature, and creativity with rest and chores. Boost connections with goofy games, encourage unstructured play, & embrace the outdoors for fun and growth.

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Nurturing Transitions Offers Lactation Consultation and Birth Doula Services

May 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

professional labor assistant and international board-certified lactation consultant, Marcia Barritt of Nurturing Transitions offers support from pregnancy to birth for mothers.

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Silent Struggles: The Unspoken Grief of Infertility

May 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Christel Hutter

Though infertility is a topic that is greatly stigmatized, Christel Hutter, owner and coach of Inner Divine Wellness, can help provide the important support to that is vital for healing.

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Natural Births: A Look at Modern Midwifery

Apr 29, 2024 08:23AM ● By Maya Whitman

Modern midwifery provides a personalized birthing experience, especially beneficial for low-risk pregnancies. Research and finding the right practitioner contribute to a positive experience.

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Holistic Fair to Benefit Horse Power Healing Center’s Equine Therapy Programs

Apr 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

The Horse Power Healing Center will host a Holistic Fair taking place on Saturday, April 27 from 10 am-4 pm at the Waukesha Elks Lodge #400 and feature many vendors and practitioners.

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Happy Asian kid playing with a paper airplane.
Exploring Beyond the Classroom: Nurturing Healthy Minds Through Travel

Mar 29, 2024 08:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

Travel helps children see the world from a broader perspective and become more interested in other cultures because of their travel experiences.

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Ruta’s Fresh Indian Fare: Focuses on Approachable, Healthy Dishes

Mar 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Sheila Julson

Ruta's Fresh Indian Fare, on 207 W. Freshwater Way, prepares healthy Indian cuisine for the Milwaukee community, and now offers seasonally inspired grab-and-go bowls and a kids’ menu.

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Ear Infections: Holistic Treatments for Kids

Feb 29, 2024 08:23AM ● By Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP

The common ear infection is caused by a buildup of mucus in the middle ear and is accompanied by pain, fever, redness, swelling and possibly discharge.

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Helping America’s Kids Eat Better: How Three Women are Leading the Movement

Jan 31, 2024 08:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

The foods and drinks kids consume have tremendous impact on their overall health. a healthy lifestyle from infancy to adulthood helps people maintain good health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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Kidfluencer Cash Daniels speaks to his peers about waterway preservation.
Kidfluencers: Using Social Media for Positive Change

Dec 29, 2023 08:23AM ● By Megy Karydes

Social media has made it easier than ever to share ideas, and today’s generation of digital natives are adept at using it.

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How to Find Community

Dec 06, 2023 08:18AM ● By by Jena Ehlers

Being part of one or more communities is beneficial to everyone’s health and wellbeing, and t the need for community is at an all-time high.

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How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood
The Skills Children Need: How to Help Kids Thrive Into Adulthood

Nov 28, 2023 05:30AM ● By Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP

Skills learned at a young age are pivotal in shaping the development of children. As parents, educators and caregivers, we want them to develop into well-rounded, successful adults.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Illness and Influenza Support
with Homeopathy

Nov 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Ashley Keul and Beth Bundy

With winter ahead, acute upper respiratory illnesses are more likely to develop, but a homeopathic toolkit will help decrease flu symptom intensity and shortness illness duration. Fieldwork Homeopathy in Sheboygan, WI offers some ideas.

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The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony
The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony: How Skin-to-Skin Contact Helps Development

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Christine Ramos, RN, CLC, CCM, IBCLC (retired)

Imagine being an infant born only moments ago. The onslaught of new sensations must be overwhelming as they suddenly feel the weight of a once-buoyant body.

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Adjusting to Parenthood

Oct 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Emily Aleksy

Becoming parents is an amazing step—but one that also can be unexpectedly tricky. While in one way it’s a happy time, it can be really stressful. Emily Aleksy, therapist and owner of ERA Wellness, shares insight.

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How Music Spurs Childhood Development
A Symphony of Skill-Building: How Music Spurs Childhood Development

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

For adults, music has the power to instill feelings of joy, relaxation and calmness, or to motivate us when we are exercising or performing a task, but for children, there are added benefits.

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GUIDING CHILDREN THROUGH TRAUMA AND ANXIETY
Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety

Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings.

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CREATING A VIBRANT BLENDED FAMILY
Stepparenting Success: Creating a Healthy Blended Family

Jul 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Blended families are complex and often challenging. Fortunately, there are methods to knit a blended family into a strong and enduring tapestry.

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