Our world is filled with chaos, uncertainty and perplexities in every segment of society, including local and national governments, schools, universities, our homes, workplaces and the communities in which we live. What kind of future lies ahead for our children when some of the highest offices of government pass divisive ... Read More »

According to the National institutes of Health, stroke affects 55,000 more women than men each year. Women face unique health concerns across their lifespan. According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. In the October 2023 issue, we ... Read More »

Immunizations can save your child’s life. If we continue vaccinating now, and vaccinating completely, parents in the future may be able to trust that some diseases of today will no longer be around to harm their children in the future. Everyone knows about the importance of car seats, baby gates ... Read More »

By Brenda Bohaty D.D.S., M.S.D., Ph.D. Professor and Chair, Pediatric Dentistry – UMKC School of Dentistry Director, Residency Program in Pediatric Dentistry – Childrens Mercy Hospital A child’s oral health depends upon regular visits to the dentist. Dental visits that happen rarely or only when there is a perceived problem ... Read More »

With back to school and flu immunizations on the horizon, many children may experience anxiety or discomfort around vaccinations. Children’s Mercy Kansas City works to comfort children before needle procedures like routine vaccines or blood work, and they’re sharing ways parents can help prepare kids. TELL KIDS AHEAD OF TIME. ... Read More »

Every child deserves a loving and supportive family. One definition of co-parenting that makes it plain says…Healthy co-parenting involves two parents who are not together raising their child (or children) jointly to ensure they have a safe and loving environment to grow up in. To work, co-parenting requires that both ... Read More »