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Conquer the First Day Fear

Jul 29, 2023 ● By The Hood Magazine

Use these tips to help take away that "first day fear".

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Camping with Kids

Jun 01, 2023 ● By Anna Vanderloo

Tips for a successful camping trip with kids!

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Glowing Campfires

May 30, 2023 ● By The Hood Magazine

Glowing Campfires Is there anything more serene than the soft glow of a campfire? Here is a cute and fun way to bring that glow inside!

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Jumping Into Summer Feet First

Apr 25, 2023 ● By LifeScape

When swapping out those winter shoes for spring and summer, keep in mind healthy development starts with choosing the correct footwear. Our feet are the foundation on which our bodies stand.

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Tips for Navigating Summer: Camps, Activities, and Care

Mar 21, 2023 ● By Kerri DeGraff

Keeping kids busy this summer: one local mom's tips and tricks

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Santa Visits

Dec 04, 2022 ● By The Hood Magazine

Looking for Santa visits? Check these out!

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Gross Motor Development Disguised as Outdoor Winter Fun

Dec 04, 2022 ● By Lifescape

Winter can still be an excellent time to encourage play and movement. If you’re brave enough to bundle up and head out to play in the snow, here are some fun activities for you and your child that will encourage gross motor development!

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What to Know About Lice

Dec 04, 2022 ● By Jennifer Haggar, MD at Sanford Health

How to prevent and treat head lice

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Food Allergies Increasingly Common in Children

Nov 08, 2022 ● By Sanford Health

Food allergies in children continue to increase, with nearly five percent of children under five years old having a food allergy.

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Decrease Stress for Your Family this School Year

Sep 29, 2022 ● By Encompass Mental Health, LLC

The school year is back in full swing, which can mean a busy family schedule. Follow these tips for a smoother school year and less stress for your family.

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Start SMART

Aug 01, 2022 ● By The Hood Magazine

Set your child – and family – up for back-to-school success.

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Keep Reading All Summer Long…and Earn Prizes!

Jun 02, 2022 ● By Siouxland Libraries and Hood Staff

It’s an Ocean of Possibilities at the Siouxland Libraries this summer! Families in the Siouxland area can participate in the 2022 free summer reading program and activities at your local library.

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ABC's of Summer: Your 2022 Summer Fun Guide

May 25, 2022 ● By The Hood Magazine

Enjoy our summer fun guide from A-Z!

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Sensory-Friendly Summertime Activities

May 01, 2022 ● By Kaitlyn Bradshaw, M.A., BCBA, LBA, Behavior Care Specialists/ABAeCARE

Planning around work, vacations, and summer activities is likely to leave any parent feeling a little bit overwhelmed, which is why these sensory-friendly activities that will be sure to keep your little ones entertained throughout the summer!

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Advocating for Your Special Needs Child at School

Apr 07, 2022 ● By The Hood Magazine

Strategies a local mom found to be effective when advocating for her daughter’s education.

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