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How Often Should You Really Be Washing Your Sheets?

April 22, 2019

Bedding can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Just how often should you wash your sheets?

tags: bacteria , bedding , newsletter , sleep , wash

Safe Sleep for Infants

May 30, 2017

The American Association of Pediatrics has issued the following guidelines to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and sudden unexpected...

tags: baby , breastfeeding , infant sleep , parenting , pediatrics , safe sleep , sids

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Youth Suicide: What a Parent Can Do

October 28, 2016

It’s devastating to report, but the CDC Says that suicide is the third leading cause of death for kids ages 10 to 24. According to Dr. John Landers...

tags: bullying , depression , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safety , sleep problems , suicide , youth

How to Sleep During Pregnancy: 7 Tips for Getting...

March 29, 2016

Here are 7 tips for getting the quantity–and quality–of rest you need when you’re pregnant.

tags: maternity-leave , motherhood , pregnancy , preparing for baby , sleep , sleep while pregnant , third trimester

Is Obesity Beautiful? Size 22 Supermodel Causes...

July 3, 2015

True, health is personal. And beauty comes in many sizes. But here are 5 situations when obesity definitely leads to health problems.

tags: diabetes , exercise , health , healthy eating , heart disease , nutrition , obesity , sleep apnea , wellness

New Year's Resolutions Nobody Makes, But ...

December 30, 2014

January 1 is just around the corner — a new year, a clean slate. Time to start making your New Year's resolutions. But this time, ...

tags: depression , diet , exercise , goals , health , new year's resolutions , nutrition , obesity , screen time , sleep , wellness

How To Stay Healthy Over The Holidays If You Have...

December 18, 2014

The holidays are filled with parties, food, and drinks galore. If you have a chronic condition like diabetes, obesity, or high blood pressure...

tags: celebration , diet , exercise , health , healthy eating , holiday , nutrition , portion control , sleep , wellness

Sleeping During Pregnancy: Why There's No Such...

August 21, 2014

If you're pregnant, you've probably had family and friends encourage you to eat up. After all, you're eating for 2 people instead...

tags: c-section , motherhood , pregnancy , pregnant , preparing for baby , sleep , sleep apnea , sleep while pregnant

7 Sleep Tips for the Week Before the GT Relay

July 1, 2014

Getting ready to run the Grand Teton Relay? Finding it hard to fit all that running preparation into your regular work/family schedules? Well...

tags: cramps , diet , grand teton relay , health , restless leg syndrome , running , sleep

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