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Reduce your family's risk of chronic disease, one step at a time

Published on November 21, 2024
Chronic disease is a frightening term, but you and your loved ones can make changes toward better health.
Interviews during a meal

Published on November 21, 2024
Purpose and successful tips for mealtime interviews
Being physically active can help you manage holiday stress

Published on November 21, 2024
The holidays bring food, gifts, relatives and — in many cases — stress. Manage your stress by taking a timeout with some physical activity.
Supporting lactating parents at a Michigan farmers market

Published on November 11, 2024
Mama’s Lexington Farmers' Market introduced a lactation tent to support families who attend the market.
10 tips to help kids eat more fruits and vegetables

Published on November 11, 2024
Get more color on kid’s plates and healthy food in their stomachs.
Things that go bump in the night

Published on October 31, 2024
Learn strategies to help your children cope with their fears.
Help youth build the Five C’s: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion

Published on October 21, 2024
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five C’s.
Why are sparks champions important for youth to thrive?

Published on October 14, 2024
Spark champions are adults who are present in a youth’s life and help create a thriving atmosphere for that youth.
Get to root causes: Address maternal and infant health outcomes through a health equity lens

Published on September 25, 2024
Understanding health equity can help address root causes of health disparities.
Risk and protective factors for youth and their mental health

Published on September 5, 2024
Most youth have both risk and protective factors that affect their experiences in life. A competent and consistent adult is one of the most important protective factors in a young person's life and mental health.