Health & Wellness

As the holiday season begins, November presents unique challenges for the region's blood supply. Blood donations are especially vital to ensure a sufficient supply for patients, as busy schedules often lead to a decline in available donors. Emergencies and...

It's intense out there! And it's going to last longer than a day. Election season often brings heightened emotions and stress, not just for adults but for kids, too. The news, debates and intense conversations can trickle down, making...

SF Bay Area mom and teacher Cindy Knapp grew up in a football-loving family cheering for the San Francisco 49ers. She met her husband, Joe, at Sac State where he was attending to play football. Their kids, Logan and...

As Halloween approaches, the excitement for costumes, spooky decorations, and, most importantly, candy fills the air. Children eagerly anticipate the bounty of sweets they’ll collect during trick-or-treating, but amid the fun, it's crucial to consider the implications of candy...

Baby massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that promotes bonding between parents and their infants while offering numerous physical and emotional benefits. Through soothing touch, parents can help improve their baby’s sleep, digestion, and circulation, among other things. Here...

Indigenous Peoples' Day, celebrated on the second Monday in October, offers a meaningful opportunity to honor and acknowledge Indigenous peoples' history, culture, and contributions. When considering how kids' yoga can be integrated into the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day, several connections...

Growing up, my mother taught me to appreciate my surrounding community - family, friends, co-workers, and everyone in-between. So, when I met Bharti M. Jindal, founder and CEO of The Fun Cart, a lightbulb appeared. The Fun Cart provides...

In a major victory for children’s health, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the California School Food Safety Act, the first law in the U.S. to ban six harmful dyes from food served in the state’s public schools. Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino)...

Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 8. We all know parenting is difficult.  The surgeon general warns parenting can be hazardous to your health. Nearly half of parents are so stressed that they struggle to function, according to Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's new report....

2024 has been quite the year, and it isn't even over! Yet, it is still moving incredibly fast. We bought our first home in the city last fall and moved in seven months ago. My younger daughter Alice was diagnosed...