Kids and teens all over the country are dealing with stress around back to school. Adults all over are working hard to support and help our wonderful youth. This week I feel lucky to be doing an event with Jane Fonda and the organization she founded almost 30 years ago that focuses on empowering youth. […]

For two months our kids have weathered a steady stream of disappointments, as one much-anticipated thing after another has been canceled. With the coronavirus restrictions ongoing, the coming summer (not to mention school in the fall) is also likely to look very different than what children have come to expect. And it’s not only kids […]

I see an increasing number of children who struggle to regulate their emotions, are hyper(or sometimes hypo) sensitive to lights, noises and touch, and who cannot sit still or regulate their energy levels properly. These symptoms are often associated with developmental delays such as Autism and ADHD or sometimes dismissed as normal childhood behavior (especially […]

Back-to-school is looking a lot different this year…in more ways than one! In the past, we’ve been gearing up for a back-to-school fashion show for 9News and this year, we’re all about the masks.  Chalk that up for things we never thought we’d be saying a year ago. Our clothes shopping has been pretty minimal […]

Does going to the dentist make you anxious?  Longmont Dental Loft’s CCP (Chief Calming Pawfficer) Bentley to the rescue! This Australian Labradoodle plays an important role as the office therapy dog at Dr. Adrienne Hedrick’s dental office in Longmont: Bentley interacts with patients who enjoy being around dogs by snuggling up to them and providing […]

Navigating healthcare costs and insurance benefits can be overwhelming, even to someone working in healthcare. As you plan for you and your family’s health needs in the coming months, here are a few things to consider.  There are medication savings out there – if you know where to look. Coupons, copay cards, and manufacturer assistance […]

If Colorado schools return to classroom instruction in the fall, it could look very different, with temperature checks, face masks, and very small class sizes. The Colorado Department of Education included these requirements in guidance it issued last week that are designed to help school districts decide whether to open and if so, how to do […]

As a parent, there is never enough time in the day. From picking up kids at school or daycare to figuring out what to do for dinner, it can feel like the minutes slip by despite your best efforts to plan in advance. It’s no wonder that heading to the pharmacy to pick up a […]

CNN is partnering with Sesame Street for a special town hall Saturday at 9 a.m. ET about coronavirus, focused on kids and parents. “The ABC’s of Covid 19: A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Kids and Parents” will tackle issues including education, anxiety, screen time and playdates. The 90-minute town hall will feature experts and […]

Now that masks are recommended for everyone who’s out and about, new questions are coming in from Colorado Wonders and other channels about mask etiquette and efficacy. What should people look for in masks? The key thing is covering the nose and mouth securely. Ideally with something that can hold the mask over the shape […]