A Pediatrician Answers Back-to-School Burning Questions
Love it or dread it, back-to-school season is upon us. This time of year can inspire all kinds of feelings,…
Slow Down to Speed Up: The Importance of Rest Days
Whether you’re playing a team sport or training for a half marathon, your goal often is to reach your physical…
Satisfying School Snacks
Kids have a seemingly insatiable appetite for snacks. Noshing on nutritious nibbles between meals can help children fend off hunger…
Simple Suppers for Busy Nights
Picture any given school year weeknight. It might include an athletic practice or match, parent-teacher conferences, religious education class —…
Breezy Back-to-School Breakfasts
The beginning of the school year marks the return of busy mornings. Getting healthy breakfast on the table can feel…
Preparing For A Successful School Year
As the lazy days of summer wind down, the back-to-school hustle is starting to pick up speed. We know how…
Rules of the Road: Keeping Kids Safe While Busing and in Cars
The most recent national household travel survey data shows that 33.2% of kids take a school bus to school, while…
Proactive Partner: Benefits of Having a Primary Care Provider
“It’s a personal relationship with someone who can become your long-term partner for health care.” — Dr. Montgomery “Monk” Elmer,…
Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob
Wisconsin, summer, and sweet corn — they all go together! Recently, as many of us have become more conscious of…
Wisconsin Updates Vaccine Requirements for 2024-25 School Year
As a new school year approaches, ThedaCare physicians are asking parents and guardians to ensure their children are not only…
Walk (and Bike) This Way: Safety Tips for School Travel
Take a busy morning or afternoon. Add in congested roadways, harried parents and commuters, and hundreds of kids descending on…
How to Seek Help for Kids’ Mental Health Needs
Perhaps a teacher or coach mentions it, or you notice it yourself: Something is off with your child. They may…