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It is time to go back to school! Yes, August is back-to-school month for most families in our community, and the thought of going back to school draws a wide variety of emotions. What emotion comes to your mind? Excitement or dread, confidence or anxiety, happiness or sadness? I admit that the summer-time pace at school is not as hectic as during the regular school year. However, the hallways and classrooms are just too quiet. I am eager to see the students again and excited for the upcoming school year. At South Adams, our mission statement is “inspiring students to reach for the stars.” Learning is an adventure, and one of the exciting initiatives that South Adams is implementing this year is a one-to-one computer laptop program for high school students. Every high school student will be assigned one Dell laptop when they return to school. The laptop will remain the property of South Adams Schools and will be treated similar to a textbook on textbook rental.

Students will be expected to take their laptop home with them every afternoon and bring their laptop to school the next day fully charged. Just as with textbooks, students will be required to take their assigned laptop with them to every class. With the privilege of using a laptop comes responsibility. Digital citizenship, rights and responsibilities in a technological society, will be taught. Students will be required to check the high school website regularly for important information where instructions for upgrades and installations will be provided. At the end of the school year, high school students will return their laptops to the school with their other textbooks. When the students return in August 2013, they will be issued the same laptop as they had the previous year. Greater access to the tools of technology makes it an exciting time to be a student at South Adams Schools, and we are preparing for an exciting new school year by inspiring students with boundless opportunities to learn and “reach for the stars!”

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ccording to Decatur veterinarian Lorrie Riggs, dental health may play a very significant role in your pet’s overall health. “It’s the same as with people,” says Riggs. “Dental disease in your pet can lead to kidney, liver or heart disease. “I’ve seen many animals with chronic health problems—and, most all of them are caused by tooth decay.”

toy breeds—Poodles, Maltese, Yorkies, etc.— usually have a build-up of plaque and tarter that can lead to serious dental disease.” She adds, “Some of the dogs I see need multiple teeth pulled. I have a 15-year old Yorkie who has only half her teeth. But, she’s 15 years old because we’ve taken out those bad teeth.”

Riggs says the size of your pet is the biggest factor in dental health. “As a rule, the smaller the mouth, the worse the dental health.

Tarter build-up isn’t obvious to most pet owners. Riggs explains, “The tarter is never in the front teeth—the canines. It’s always in the back molars. If you look there, you’ll probably be surprised at what you find.”

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As Riggs points out, animals instinctively hide their weaknesses in order to protect themselves

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“The bacteria can affect other organs, including the heart and kidneys,” says Riggs. “That’s what makes regular dental cleanings so important.” Pet dental cleanings are very similar to what a pet owner experiences at the dentist’s office. “But, since a pet can’t hold its mouth open for us, we have to put them under anesthesia. It’s very safe. “We use the same machine as the dentist to polish their teeth, and we use the same gritty toothpaste. We even have a fluoride treatment to strengthen your pet’s teeth.” The frequency of recommended cleanings depends on the size of the pet, says Riggs. “Also, genetics and diet can affect tooth quality and how often cleanings are needed. Some dogs might need cleanings every year because of genetics, or, like people, they might just have bad teeth.

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“Generally, every one to three years, your pet should have a dental prophylaxis, or cleaning, done.” Riggs reminds pet owners to take this into consideration when acquiring a pet. “If you go in knowing these smaller breeds need dental cleanings, you can plan the expense in your budget.” The cleanings are worth the expense, she says. “You’re preventing so many other diseases—and the costs associated with those.” In between these professional cleanings, which are offered by most veterinarians, there are steps a pet owner can take to improve their pet’s dental health. First, Riggs suggests, “Crunching on dry kibble is much better than chewing on canned food. “The crunching helps skim off that plaque. Dry food is best.” Brushing is another effective way to prevent dental disease. “We’re all busy, and it’s hard to find time, but this will really prolong the health of the mouth.” She recommends forming the brushing habit with pets when they are young. “You’ll want to brush once a day, ideally, or at least three times a week. “There’s even doggie toothpaste you can buy. It has enzymes in it to kill the cell walls of bacteria in the plaque. “Do not use your toothpaste on your pet. The toothpaste humans use can be toxic to animals.” Riggs also suggest purchasing rawhide chews that contain the same enzymes as the doggie toothpaste. “There are also water additives or tarter-control diet food.” Because plaque begins forming again in your pet’s mouth within hours of a cleaning, brushing, rawhide chews and other preventative measures taken at home are very important. “There are tons of things you can do for your pet’s dental health,” says Riggs. “Just ask your vet.” WVL ***

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and enjoy “Laugh Out Loud” storytelling, observe an artist’s techniques, taste the results of a cooking demonstration, and become eligible for door prizes. The more daring seniors will have an opportunity to compete in a triathlon, according to McIntosh. “They must complete ½ mile in the water (walking or swimming), 1.5 miles on a recumbent bike, and one mile on a treadmill. “We are not concerned about times, just whether or not the miles were completed throughout the week. Those who complete the three miles will receive a free T-shirt.” Active Aging Week will close with a health fair, and a number of local businesses plan to participate. See a full schedule on pages 12 and 13. More information about Active Aging Week events may be found at www.swissvillage.org, or you may contact Michelle McIntosh at Swiss Village by calling (260) 589-3173. WVL

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These disorders can be caused by something in the child or teens environment—a divorce, the death of a loved one, or any other significant change can trigger damaging, negative thinking. On the other hand, some disorders may be inherited. Alcoholism, mental illness, and bipolar disorder often times runs in the family. Knowing how to identify a disorder in a child or teen can make a positive and lasting impact in someone’s life. According to Art, there are a few warning signs to look for when younger children are struggling

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with a disorder. One of the first indications of a problem might be that the child looks or feels sad, acts overly sensitive, or suddenly begins behaving differently. A younger child might refuse to play or suddenly begin playing very differently. Or, he might complain a lot more than usual. When the child is struggling, parents might notice that their child complains more at night and doesn’t sleep well. At school, teachers might notice that a child is disorganized or that he daydreams in class. He might make negative statements and become frustrated or give up easily. “Especially with boys,” says Art, “you might notice that they get more aggressive.” They may

also be clingy or demanding. They may not want to leave the house, or even their room. “They might be dwelling on things that have a dark subject matter.” Physical symptoms can also be prevalent. A child might refuse to eat his favorite foods, or his weight may fluctuate. “They may complain about stomach aches, look lethargic, get in trouble more, or refuse to go to school.” However, Art reminds us that while these all may be signs of a potentially serious disorder, it’s also important to not over-diagnose. “A kid can have a bad day.” The key is noticing a pattern that is out of the ordinary and goes on for a week or more.

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For a parent, sometimes the best treatment is simply talking with your child. Keep communication open, and listen without lecturing, Art advises. When a teacher notices that something is out of the ordinary with a student, Art suggests approaching the student when there are no other students around. He also recommends informing the school counselor, and possibly even contacting local health care centers.

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Ø Recipient of the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from HealthGrades for 3 consecutive years!

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Ø Also in May, Bluff ton Regional was re-certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission.

Ø In May, Bluff ton Regional received full accreditation from the Society of Chest Pain Centers as an Accredited Chest Pain Center.

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8th

13th

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Boys & Girls Club (260)824-5070

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wells Co. Library (260)824-1612

Senior Bingo

Farmer’s Market 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

Cardboard Boat Race 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wells Co. Community Pool (260)824-6069

3rd

Meet the Artist

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Arts Commerce Center (260)824-5222

Movie at the Park 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-6069

4th

Wet & Wacky Wednesday 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wells Community Pool (260)824-1550

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

3-on-3 Basketball Youth Tournament 9:00 a.m. City Gym (260)824-6069

The Browders 6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

5th

Kehoe Concert

Reverend Peyton’s 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-5222

Memorial Ride

& Cruise Benefit 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Washington St. Commons (260)824-3995

Open Computer Time

15th

Senior Bingo

10th

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Boys & Girls Club (260)824-5070

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Arts Commerce Center (260)824-5222

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

Meet the Artist

Farmer’s Market

10th - 12th

17th

Wells Co. 4-H Park (260)824-4726 www.wheelsofyesteryear.com

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Arts Commerce Center (260)824-5222

Wheels of Yesteryear

Meet the Artist

11th

18th

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

Farmer’s Market

Women’s Self Defense 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. City Gym (260)824-6069

Duck Race

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-8574

Fly-In/Drive-In Lunch C40 Flying Club 12:00 p.m. Miller Airport (260)760-0828

Soul’d Out Quartet 6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

12th

Kehoe Concert

Union Rose 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-5222

Farmer’s Market

The Taylors

6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

19th

Kehoe Concert

My Lost Tribe 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-5222

21st

Microsoft Powerpoint 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wells Co. Library (260)824-1612

22nd

Farmer’s Market 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

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1st

7th

16th

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

Summer LEGO Club

Diabetes Support Group 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital (260)728-3906

2nd

Farmer’s Market

3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 6:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Weight Watchers

Weigh-In/Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital

Benefit Auction

6:00 p.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church (260)724-8899

Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 9:00 a.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

6th

Cozy Christian Readers Book Discussion 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Moms Support Group 1:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital (260)724-2145

Poetry Coterie

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Science Night

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Farmer’s Market

Canning/Freezing Class

Blazing Saddles Club

8th

Weight Watchers

6:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital (260)724-2145 ext. 1480

Summer LEGO Club 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

9th

Weekly Bicycle Ride 6:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com Weigh-In/Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital

18th

Blazing Saddles Club

Craft Time Fun

Weekly Bicycle Ride 9:00 a.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Farmer’s Market

20th

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 6:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Weight Watchers

4th

Craft Time Fun

Weigh-In/Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital

10th

Sidewalk Art

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

11th

Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 9:00 a.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Scrapbooking Workshop 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

All Books Considered Book Discussion 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

21st

Industrial Lunch

Wells County Chamber 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Thunderbird Products (260)724-2604

23rd

Children’s Sculpture Activity 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Artist’s Lecture

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Farmer’s Market

3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

Decature Sculpture Walk

Unveiling 6:00 p.m. Courthouse Square www.decatursculpturewalk.com

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Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 6:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Weight Watchers

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Weigh-In/Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital

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25th

Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 9:00 a.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

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Coed Kickball Tournament Hanna-Nuttman Fields www.kickingoutcancer.net

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26th

Kekionga Greenway Gallop 5K Walk/Run 1:00 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

30th

Farmer’s Market

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Blazing Saddles Club

Weekly Bicycle Ride 6:00 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital info@decaturblazingsaddles.com

Weight Watchers

Weigh-In/Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital

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21st

18th

8:30 a.m. McDonald’s (260)589-2327

6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

Meet & Greet

with Ronald McDonald 11:30 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

25th

Todd Allen Family

24th

6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

Meet & Greet

8:00 p.m. Muensterberg Plaza, Berne (260)589-8080

JAY COUNTY

28th

3rd - 5th

with Ronald McDonald 1:30 p.m. Berne Public Library (260)589-2809

Classic Car Cruise-In

Blood Pressure Checks

World Baseball Congress

Blood Pressure Checks

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

National Championships Runkle-Miller Field & Jay Co. High School, Portland (260)703-2003

Senior Bingo

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4th

7th

8:15 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327 8:30 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327

Motorcycle Poker Run

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jay Co. Chamber, Portland (260)726-4481

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wells Co. Community Pool (260)824-6069

17th

9th

4th

7:00 p.m. Hudson Family Park, Portland (260)726-4809

with Ronald McDonald 1:30 p.m. Adams Public Library, Geneva (260)368-7270

6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

21st

6th

9:00 a.m. - ? Jay Co. Fairgrounds, Portland (260)726-3366

Blood Pressure Checks Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

Meet & Greet

Duplex Open House 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Emmental Drive, Berne (260)589-3173

11th

Saturday Nite @ the Village 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Swiss Village, Berne (260)589-3173

14th

Blood Pressure Checks

The Taylors

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Emmental Drive, Berne (260)589-3173

Duplex Open House

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

Senior Bingo

Cardboard Boat Race

The Browders

Memorial Ride

& Cruise Benefit 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Washington St. Commons (260)824-3995

11th

Duck Race

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-8574

Soul’d Out Quartet 6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

Souled Out Band

Tractor Ride

22nd - 26th

Antique Tractor & Engine Show Tri-State Grounds, Portland (260)726-3366

23rd - 25th

Stitch ‘n Chatter Quilt Show Arts Place, Portland (260)726-4809

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Bounty (Canning Class) 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Wells Co. Community Ctr. (260)824-6412

23rd

eBooks/eAudiobooks 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wells Co. Library (260)824-1612

24th

Meet the Artist

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Arts Commerce Center (260)824-5222

25th

Banquets • Weddings Business Meetings Reunions • Birthdays Graduation Parties

Farmer’s Market

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

Todd Allen Family 6:00 p.m. Gospel Barn (260)827-0362

26th

Kehoe Concert

The Ministers Quartet 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Kehoe Park (260)824-5222

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29th

Farmer’s Market 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dutch Mill Plaza (260)824-6412

Wag ‘n Walk

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. River Greenway (260)827-6069

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ADAMS CO.

21st

25th

8:30 a.m. McDonald’s (260)589-2327

Coed Kickball Tournament Hanna-Nuttman Fields www.kickingoutcancer.net

REGIONAL EVENTS

Meet & Greet

with Ronald McDonald 11:30 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327

Duplex Open House

Senior Bingo

Blood Pressure Checks Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Emmental Drive, Berne (260)589-3173

24th

Meet & Greet

8:00 p.m. Muensterberg Plaza, Berne (260)589-8080

with Ronald McDonald 1:30 p.m. Berne Public Library (260)589-2809

Classic Car Cruise-In

28th

Blood Pressure Checks

7th

Blood Pressure Checks 8:15 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327

Senior Bingo

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

DECATUR

8:30 a.m. McDonald’s, Berne (260)589-2327

Blood Pressure Checks

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

Science Night

9th

Meet & Greet

with Ronald McDonald 1:30 p.m. Adams Public Library, Geneva (260)368-7270

Duplex Open House 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Emmental Drive, Berne (260)589-3173

11th

Saturday Nite @ the Village 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Swiss Village, Berne (260)589-3173

Canning/Freezing Class 6:30 p.m. Adams Memorial Hospital (260)724-2145 ext. 1480

23rd

Children’s Sculpture Activity 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Artist’s Lecture

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Adams Public Library (260)724-2605

Decature Sculpture Walk

14th

Unveiling 6:00 p.m. Courthouse Square www.decatursculpturewalk.com

Noon - 2:00 p.m. Muselman Wellness Pavilion (260)589-4496

24th - 26th

Blood Pressure Checks

Kicking Out Cancer

26th

Kekionga Greenway Gallop 5K Walk/Run 1:00 p.m. Riverside Center (260)724-2604

JAY COUNTY 3rd - 5th

World Baseball Congress National Championships Runkle-Miller Field & Jay Co. High School, Portland (260)703-2003

4th

Motorcycle Poker Run 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jay Co. Chamber, Portland (260)726-4481

17th

Souled Out Band

7:00 p.m. Hudson Family Park, Portland (260)726-4809

21st

Tractor Ride

9:00 a.m. - ? Jay Co. Fairgrounds, Portland (260)726-3366

22nd - 26th

Antique Tractor & Engine Show Tri-State Grounds, Portland (260)726-3366

23rd - 25th

Stitch ‘n Chatter Quilt Show Arts Place, Portland (260)726-4809

Kekionga Festival

Riverside Center & Downtown (260)724-2604

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t is often easier making jokes about your limp than trying to explain how excruciating it is to take a step. “I kicked my sister once too many times,” or, “Jumped out of too many trees as a child, I guess.” Such youthful events, along with factors like heredity, dropping a heavy object on your foot, playing sports, or even being inactive as a child, might play a role in the degeneration of foot joints or the onset of osteoarthritis. But, for whatever has triggered your foot pain, some relief just might be within reach. Karen Short, a physical therapist at Choice Rehabilitation, has invested more than a decade in providing relief for patients who suffer from

a variety of painful conditions involving the shoulders, back, legs, hips, knees or feet. “We see many kinds of foot problems— bunions, plantar fasciitis, Morton’s neuroma, metatarsalgia, hallux rigidus, hammer toes and foot pain,” says Short. “The biggest complaint is flat feet. People simply don’t have the arch they used to.” Weight isn’t always the cause of flat feet. Short says it depends of the structure and mechanics of each individual’s foot. Some people with large frames never lose the arch in their feet. But, many of us—due to weak ligaments, weight gain, or the relaxation that occurs to all of

BEGINS WITH THE FEET by Sharyl M. Calhoun ■ ■ ■ ligaments during pregnancy—end up with flat feet or pronated feet. This event gradually affects the “mechanics” all the way up the body, and soon other joints become painful and inflamed… all because of changes in the feet. “It does tend to be more prominent the older you get, because a lot of us stand on concrete; we’re standing still, rather than walking and moving. “As a population, we are getting heavier, so sometimes that does factor into it. But I’ve actually seen children with flat feet,” she adds. “We all look back and regret something that we’ve done in life that was fun. Every sport has its traumas and injuries that go with it. “I was always climbing trees and jumping out of trees as a child. My parents couldn’t have stopped me if they wanted to. I remember

climbing barefoot, which probably did more trauma to my feet. “As a parent, getting good, supportive shoes is the best thing you can do. Find a shoe that really fits your child’s feet, gives them an arch support and protects their feet.” When shopping for new shoes for yourself, Short recommends always choosing a shoe for the support it will offer, not simply for its appearance. You should not be able to “squish down” the back of the shoe, fold the shoe in half, or twist the shoe. However, foot pain should not limit you to wearing “ugly support shoes.” With custom orthotics, your options for finding a comfortable shoe increase. Simply take the orthotic with you, slip it into the shoes you like, and see if they offer enough support.

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Karen Short, right, assists clients in purchasing custom-fit orthotics from Choice Rehabilitation, in Decatur. Shirley Drier, left, opened the facility last year. Jessica Linnemeier, center, manages the office.

As a physical therapist, Short works with many clients on strengthening and stretching muscles that support the ankles and feet. She is trained in deep tissue massage and may offer exercise instruction as part of therapy, particularly for osteoarthritis sufferers, who must “keep moving” to keep joints lubricated. Short is constantly increasing her knowledge of treatments; she recently participated in an ASTYM course, learning specific ways to work with connective tissue in the feet. And, she is also able to provide patients with custom orthotics at the Choice Rehabilitation office. “Unfortunately, depending on what kinds of changes have taken place in your feet,” she continues, “osteoarthritis can be combined with some of the biomechanical changes that are occurring, and that can make the feet very uncomfortable. Custom orthotics slow down the normal mechanics and they give you back your normal arch. “I will fit you to find your actual arches; then I will send them away to a company who makes

the orthotics. We make sure they fit right up into the arch to slow down your normal movement and give you back your normal biomechanics that you developed in early life.” The custom foot orthotic is somewhat flexible, but supports the arch so it does not place undue stress on the many ligaments and “bony provinces” in the foot. Short explains it this way: “The custom foot orthotics reprovide the normal arch that you had when you were younger. “Flattened feet can cause the heels to tip out, the ankles to tip inward. Because of that, you end up with rotation of the knee, which can cause a lot of pain in the knees themselves. “That rotation in the knees cause rotation in the hips, which causes you to lean forward in your pelvis, which can cause low back pain…so you see this chain reaction all the way up. “By giving support to that arch, you bring the arch back to normal, which unrotates the tibia (and the knees), unrotates the hips, strengthens up the muscles around the pelvis (like the

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glutes), externally rotates the hips, rotates the pelvis back up, and you improve your posture as well. They say your feet problem can even play all the way into the shoulders.” When Short first received training to provide custom orthotics, she was suffering from minor leg fatigue, rather than foot pain. However, she wanted to experience what her patients would be going through. During training, she learned about the benefits of orthotics, exactly how they are made, and how to make a mold of her own feet. Then she actually slipped the orthotics into her shoes. “The first day, it felt like someone dropped a golf ball in my shoe. The second day, my feet hurt. “The third day, my knees hurt. I hurt through my hips and butt as the orthotics were changing my mechanics all the way up— changing back to what they should be.” Because she had been prepared to expect that temporary period of adjustment to the new orthotics, she did not give up. She has been comfortably wearing that same pair of orthotics for eight years, making small adjustments due to extra weight during pregnancy. There is an important difference between custom-fit orthotics and premade inserts, she says. Because many orthotics are premade to fit a large population of individuals who are suffering from identical foot problems, the chance of that orthotic precisely fitting your foot is limited. So, the manufacturers leave their orthotics soft and spongy. They may feel more comfortable at first, but they are not offering the right measure of support, nor are they constructed to last for a very long duration.

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Most people, as Short has demonstrated, can purchase a single pair of custom-fit orthotics, slipping them out of one pair of shoes and into another. For women who must wear dress shoes, a smaller profile of orthotics can be made. But, tennis shoes (and most other shoes) require full-length support.

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oung mother Amber Hagen, of Berne, says that after the birth of her son, Noah, now 3, she realized there is a lack of spiritual support available for women in regards to pregnancy and childbirth. “I was not truly aware of how much spiritual support I would need,” she admits.

Amber continues, “I was listening to a popular Fort Wayne radio station recently, and the topic was whether or not one should take childbirth classes. The majority of callers said they felt the classes were a waste of time and money—they were fine not knowing what to expect.

“Churches have groups that provide meals or mentorship with other women. And, of course, some have traditional rites relating to infants— like baptism and dedications. Some even have positions on birth control, circumcision and abortion.

“This bothered me because the classes are supposed to be about providing families with information to help them make sense of the birth process and be able to make informed decisions regarding their options.

“But, there doesn’t seem to be much emphasis on how to apply one’s beliefs in the pregnancy and birth experience.”

“Pregnancy and birth are really our first opportunity for parenting because every decision affects the baby—from the food we eat, to the type of birth the baby has and the first

FAITH & CHILDBIRTH by Amy M. Orr ■ ■ ■ moment we hold our little one. It is all a form of stewardship. We are responsible for making the best choices we can.” Amber, a registered nurse, and her husband planned a home birth with the assistance of a midwife. “I felt that all my needs were met during the entire experience, and my husband felt like he was very involved with the delivery and postpartum,” she reports.

other women to have such a positive childbirth experience. “Watch television, and you see story lines that are made to be entertaining and dramatic. “Women are often willing to share their most horrific birth story with others, but how often do you hear mothers sharing about a good birth experience?”

“I gave birth do a 9-pound 10-ounce baby, and that experience really affected me because it taught me that I can do anything. But, birth and early parenting are really hard work, and you need support from family, friends and professionals—like midwives, lactation consultants, and doulas—to help make the experience the best one possible.”

In 2006, Amber began pursuing certification as a birth doula through Doulas of North America (DONA). According to DONA, a doula is “a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.”

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“I was definitely unsettled with my first two experiences, but I am thankful for them because they pushed me to find a better way. Now I know what it takes to give birth naturally, and I believe women are strong and capable, if they put their mind to it.” Connie says she is mostly concerned about the number of procedures and interventions that women are exposed to during labor and birth. “For the majority of women, if left alone, labor would progress at a natural pace, and birth would be a normal, everyday miracle—not an emergency waiting to happen or something that needs to be controlled before it gets out of hand, which is how it seems some doctors view it.” However, Connie adds, natural childbirth can happen in a number of settings, including at home, in the hospital, or at a birth center. “What most people don’t realize is that a woman with a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy CAN deliver her baby safely without complications in an environment outside of the hospital. “I believe our bodies were created by a masterful designer, and they are capable of doing amazing, miraculous things, such as birthing a baby. Putting your trust in the one who created you and

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Amber met Connie around the time she finished her studies at IPFW, and the two found they had common beliefs about pregnancy and childbirth—and a common desire to provide childbirth education from a new perspective. The pair teamed up in the spring of 2010 to form Blessed Journeys—a ministry with the mission of providing “expectant families with quality childbirth education based on Biblical truths and evidence-based information.” According to the organization’s website, Blessed Journeys offers “private (nonaffiliated) childbirth classes that support a holistic perspective of childbirth.” Blessed Journeys emphasizes the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the family. The founders of Blessed Journeys believe “quality childbirth education that embraces and acknowledges the unique needs and choices facing the expectant family can effectively increase knowledge, empower parents, and instill confidence to be able to make the best choices for their family, and, ultimately, embrace the birth God has planned for them.” In addition to the frightening depictions featured on television, Amber believes many women are afraid of childbirth because they are under the care of doctors who are trained to handle high-risk pregnancies and perform emergency surgeries—doctors who are prepared for the worst-case scenarios. “Not that there’s anything wrong with seeing an OB/GYN,” says Amber. “Thank God we have them for the 10% to 15% of high-risk pregnancies!” Connie agrees. “All we are exposed to are the traumatic, emergency Hollywood births in movies and on TV. No one knows what normal, peaceful birth is. “All women fear the pain because that is what women talk about when they talk about birth. What they need is education and tools to help them cope with the pain. “It is very difficult to prepare for the unknown. We can teach basic anatomy and the physiology of labor and birth, but each labor is as unique as the individual who will experience it.

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Amber assures that achieving a natural birth in a hospital is “100% possible.” She explains, “The majority of hospitals have showers, squatting bars, birth balls and other tools on-hand that can really help with the comfort of the mother. “Many hospitals in the area have tubs for laboring in—or, the family can rent on to bring in with them. Mothers can bring in batteryoperated candles, scents for aromatherapy, their favorite music, and their own pillows or clothing. “There are many positive things about hospitals, including the access to immediate technology, should an emergency arise. And, having a nurse with you for the entire stay can be a wonderful asset. “It’s not our job to ‘convert’ everyone to our way of thinking or doing things. We try very hard to provide our clients with accurate information in a professional and unbiased manner. Families should be able to access the type of care they are most comfortable with, and, obviously, the majority of women want the benefits of a hospital delivery.” According to Amber, research supports “that a normal birth should be as unintervened as possible.” For example, she says, “Birth was designed for mother and baby to work together. This is evidenced by the fact that the anatomy of the pelvis and supporting structures work best in an upright position, and moms achieve the best comfort in labor when they can move about instead of being confined to bed.

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“The baby performs what are called ‘cardinal movements,’ which are specific movements to navigate the pelvis and assist in their birth. An immobile pelvis can inhibit the cardinal movements and descent of the baby out of the birth canal. “Medications used to relieve pain in labor can have profound effects on the neurological systems of the mother and baby, causing everything to slow down—from reflexes to bowel movements. “I could go on and on, but basically, natural childbirth is a process with numerous benefits that are very difficult to achieve otherwise.

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“Not to say it is impossible, but it does take support, commitment, and more work on the part of the mother to produce similar results.” Amber and Connie offer scheduled group childbirth classes in Auburn, Fort Wayne, Berne and Celina, Ohio. If a group of couples wish to schedule a class, the pair are willing to travel an hour to an hour-and-a-half from home to teach group classes. So far, Blessed Journeys has provided childbirth education from a Christian point of view to 14 couples. Connie says, “Overall, the couples have been very pleased with our classes. These couples were looking for something different than the run-of-the-mill, the typical hospital class, and that is exactly what we provide.” Connie finds it fulfilling when a couple completes the class and feels more prepared than they did before the class. More importantly, she says, it is rewarding to hear the couple express that they are “up to the challenge.”

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Amber adds, “Connie and I are available to our clients after the birth, and, sometimes, we visit them at the hospital or at home. Most families like to keep in touch with us and share how their family is growing. “We try to listen to our clients’ ideas or suggestions and pass them along to our next class.”

■ ■ ■ “I had two great epidurals with my first two births, but both times, I came away feeling like I’d missed out on something incredible. “This time around, it became more spiritual in nature. I became more committed and determined. With God’s help, I could do it. “And, with the help of Him, my husband, a fabulous preparatory class from Blessed Journeys, good nurses, midwife, and a short labor, I did it!” —Jenna, a mother of four

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