For many, one of the roadblocks to staying active is the idea that fitness has to come from a class or a sport or something that is structured and scheduled. While having a scheduled activity can be a good way to keep accountability, there are many informal ways to incorporate more movement into your life! If you’ve got kids home for the summer, you might be feel daunted by trying to keep the family active and prioritize movement.
Read moreEquilibrium in Action: Project Lemonade
Project Lemonade was created to help these kids turn lemons into lemonade by providing a free store, internship programs, and their WISH program. Project Lemonade was founded by a group of caring and compassionate community members whose goal was to send foster youth back-to-school with self-esteem and confidence, knowing they looked just like every other kid on the playground.
Read moreBackpack Safety
One of the most quintessential symbols of back-to-school season is The Backpack. But how can you choose an ergonomic backpack to promote good biomechanics and posture? Read on to find out!
Read moreAcupuncture for Kids
Since the 1980s the prevalence of chronic childhood conditions has been increasing with 13–27% of children now being affected by conditions such as asthma, obesity, ADD/ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. These conditions may last into adulthood and can have a significant impact on the child as well as their family. Acupuncture is an effective treatment for a variety of chronic conditions and is safe and well-tolerated with a very low risk of adverse effects.
Read moreA New Kind of New School Year: Tips for Tackling Distance Learning
The majority of Oregon schools are planning on distance learning for most of this school year, which leaves many parents at a loss for how to support their kids and set them up for success in uncharted territories. Here are a few things to consider as you and your family makes this transition. Above all, know that you’re not alone!
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