Cache Valley Family Magazine Spring 2016

SPRING

2016

Inside Special Section: Mother & Baby Guide p. 8-19 Making a Difference: Sound Beginnings p. 26

Nurses Make a Difference p. 20

5 Great Ways to Celebrate Easter p. 30 Classes & Camps Guide p. 38

Is your child struggling with reading and learning?

Most people understand that the term “20/20” suggests that vision is perfect, nothing lacking. Yet, “20/20” eyesight only refers to the ability to see clearly while reading a letter on the eye chart 20 feet away.

Traditional screening methods involve covering one eye at a time, peering across the room to see what size of letters each eye can read independently.

The trouble is, children don’t learn from materials across the room, or with one eye covered for that matter. They study using books, computers, and tablets — all of which are within arm’s reach. In order to read materials near us, many factors require our eyes to work much harder than gazing passively in the distance.

It is important for parents to understand that children don’t know how they are supposed to see, so they rarely complain. The way to tell when children have eye coordination or eye movement/tracking problems is by observing their behavior. For example, children who constantly lose track of where they are reading would have a difficult time staying on task.

When the homework or reading assignment seems like an insurmountable undertaking, it makes sense that a child would avoid the chore, and search for other activities. Children who struggle with visual problems that impede reading and learning are, therefore, often misdiagnosed as having ADD or dyslexia. Frequently, these children are placed in special classes, given labels as “underachievers,” and continue to struggle with their studies no matter the amount of effort expended to help.

Simple vision screenings typically only test how clearly one can see the letters on the eye chart. This is only one of the 17 visual skills necessary to function effectively while reading or working on the computer for extended periods of time. Fortunately, the types of vision disorders that affect school performance can be effectively treated when properly diagnosed.

At Child and Family EyeCare Center, in addition to providing vision care for the entire family, our goal is to detect and treat vision problems that may hinder a child’s ability to excel in school.

Michael Cole, OD, specializes in pediatric optometry and the diagnosis and treatment of binocular vision

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What’s INSIDE Featured Stories:

PUBLISHER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Emily Buckley COMMUNITY EDITOR Schae Richards COVER PHOTOGRAPHY Mandy Bagley PHOTOGRAPHY Mandy Bagley CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Mark Anderson Jonathan Badger Tara Bone Emily Buckley Sherelle Christensen Erin Griffeth Barrett Labrum, DO Melinda LaMont Kinsey Love Jenny Mathews Emily Merkley Breanne Miller James Quigley Schae Richards Denise Sanchez, RN Frank Schofield BreeAnn Silcox Christie Stock Adam Winger GRAPHIC DESIGN Rachel Cottrell WEBSITE DESIGN Kite Media Cache Valley Family Magazine is a free, trusted resource designed to inform, serve and enrich local parents and families throughout Cache Valley. Material in this publication is copyright 2016, Cache Valley Family Magazine. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission of the publisher is prohibited. The views expressed in the magazine are the views of the writers and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher.

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Five Tips for Refurbishing Furniture — p. 6

Build a Strong Foundation for Literacy — p. 7 NICU Nurse Helps Heal ‘Tiny’ Hearts — p. 20

Deer Repellant: Find What Works for You — p. 23 5 Great Ways to Celebrate Easter — p. 30

Mission Possible Families: Realizing the Family Mission Statement — p. 32

Pre-Planning Funeral Arrangements — p. 34

Realtors are Advocates for Your Rights — p. 36

Simple Steps for Teaching Kids How to Save — p. 37 Summer Classes and Camps Guide — p. 38

In Every Issue:

Around the Table: From the Farmer’s Wife: Homemade Hamburger Buns — p. 22 Making a Difference: Sound Beginnings — p. 26 Education: Preparing for Kindergarten — p. 24 Collaboration Leads to Children’s Success — p. 25 Mother & Baby Guide: Postpartum Depression — p. 8 Prenatal Care: Conditions and Treatment — p. 10 Breastfeeding Basics — p. 12 Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Baby — p. 14 Car Seat Safety — p. 15 Choking Prevention for Kids — p. 16 Mom’s Favorite Things: 8 of Our Favorite Baby Products — p. 18 Trendy Mom: Take Time for Yourself — p. 17 Family Firsts: Smoothies: Nutritious ‘Fast-Food’ — p. 28 Safe Families: Spring Driving Safety Tips — p. 31

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FIVE TIPS FOR REFURBISHING FURNITURE

Check out Brushes to Beauty online at www.brushestobeauty.com, or find them on Facebook. You can purchase furniture, home décor and other products (Sweet Pickins milk paint, waxes, etc.) through their Etsy shop, or at the Country Village Antique Mall located at 760 W 200 N in Logan.

Schae Richards, community editor

Is that old dresser of yours collecting dust? Does that end table need a fresh look? Michelle Jones, owner of Brushes to Beauty in Hyde Park, offers five tips for turning those worn pieces of furniture into beautiful treasures that will add charm to your home.

1. Prep the furniture: All pieces of furniture need to be prepped. First consider the piece’s condition and what kind of paint you will be using. This will help you determine what is all necessary to prep the item. Most often, you will want to wash it with soap and water, or use a degreaser (if necessary) to remove oily residue. Not all paints require a primer, but always sand it down to help with the adhesion process.

make sure you are being safe. Always read labels on the containers, and try purchasing items with “0” or “low” volatile organic compounds. Be sure to wear gloves and a mask when needed, especially when sanding or stripping old furniture.

5. Be patient: You might make some mistakes along the way, but don’t worry. Be patient, and it will come together in the end.

2. Use milk or chalk paint: These paints are specifically made for furniture. They dry fairly quickly, are smooth to use and leave very few brush strokes. They also don’t require as much prep work as some other paints. Pair the paint with a wax brush, and follow the instructions on the label.

3. Seal with a wax or polyurethane: You want to preserve the paint for as long as possible, so it’s important to protect it with a top coat. For low-use furniture (e.g. a dresser), seal the paint with a wax, preferably from a company that sells milk or chalk paint — these are safer to use than a furniture wax from the hardware store. Make sure to reapply the wax anywhere from two months to twice a year. For high-use items (e.g. a dining table), use a polyurethane or polycrylic for a stronger protective finish.

You can find several brands online or at a local home improvement store.

4. Be safe: The more you paint, the more you need to

Photo credit: Brushes to Beauty

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BUILD A STRONG foundation FOR LITERACY Adam Winger, director North Logan Library

As parents, we know reading out loud to our kids has several benefits, yet we may choose to postpone that 15-minute reading time for another night. Here is my pitch: Just do it! Make reading with your children a daily habit, giving them the experience of a lifetime.

“People would stand in line for days and pay hundreds of dollars if there were a pill that could do everything for a child that reading aloud does. It expands their interest in books, vocabulary, comprehension, grammar and attention span,” said author, Jim Trelease. Still, reading out loud is more magical than a pill. This precious time together transports children to a new world and helps them become compassionate about life.

Reading out loud is a great way to observe your children’s personalities. I read different things to my son than I do

to my daughter, and I’m fascinated by what they each find appealing. My daughter can recite the 50 deadliest creatures, and how, in any given part of the world, I’m most likely to meet a terrible demise. Then a cute little laugh escapes her lips, and I know this special moment will someday be a fond memory of her childhood.

Books and stories are conversation starters and a great way to indicate emotional health. I read to my son, and the odd things that stick out to him and his poignant questions let me know what is preoccupying his inner world. The stories we read present subjects and concepts — familiar to adults, but certain things are often nonsensical and puzzling to those discovering them for the first time.

Just read “Calvin and Hobbes” and marvel at the laughs you share for completely different reasons, and take time explore the absurdities that we too often accept as normalcy. Reading out loud to your children can be a gateway to conversations that will shape how they experience the world around them.

Make it fun and be silly. Read in the voices of your favorite characters, and take this time to “play” with your children.

By doing so, you will bring stories, ideas and characters to life. Give this 15-minute daily supplement to your children, and they will have a strong foundation for literacy.

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DEPRESSION Emily Buckley, editor-in-chief

Take a guess at which number is higher: the number of people who have a stroke, the number of people who sprain an ankle or the number of women who experience postpartum depression each year. You may be surprised that the answer is postpartum depression.

“Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control show that as many as one in five women suffer from postpartum or peripartum depression, mood and anxiety disorders,” said Tyler Christensen, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist at Logan Regional Hospital.

So how is a woman to know whether she is suffering from postpartum depression or ordinary nerves? “There are many psychosocial changes occurring during pregnancy and after. [Women’s] whole lives and identities change with the stress of a newborn baby, changes in the dynamics their marriage relationship and changes in time for hobbies and self,” Tyler said. “With all of this, it is normal to have worries and feel overwhelmed.”

While these feelings, often referred to as the “baby blues,” are common (occurring in 70 to 80

percent of new mothers), it is important not to ignore them, Tyler said.

Taking care of mom is the best way to decrease the symptoms of the “baby blues.” There are several different ways, according to americanpregnancy. org, that women can care for themselves if they are experiencing the “baby blues:” • Talk with someone they trust about their feelings.

• Maintain a wellbalanced diet.

Too many simple carbohydrates can make mood swings more pronounced.

• Get outside to enjoy fresh air and life outside the confines of diapers, feedings and spit-up.

• Ask for or accept help: help with meals, other children, getting into a “routine” or other things that allow them to focus on the joy of having a new baby and not just the pressure of juggling it all.

• Don’t expect perfection in the first few weeks.

Allow time to heal from birth, adjust to the new “job” and for feeding and sleeping routines to settle in.

“If symptoms of the baby blues increase in frequency

or intensity, last for more than two weeks or impair functioning of day-today demands, it may be something more serious,” Tyler said. “Be honest with your care provider in your follow-up appointments.

You are not going to shock them with your feelings.”

Common symptoms of postpartum or peripartum depression include: • Sadness lasting most of the day, almost every

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day • Frequent crying • Lack of appetite • Trouble sleeping • Severe energy loss (low energy and tiredness/ wanting to sleep all day) • Feelings of guilt and worthlessness • Loss of interest in people or activities that used to be enjoyable • Trouble concentrating • Thoughts of hurting self or baby

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“Even if other symptoms seem mild, if you have thoughts of hurting yourself or your baby, don’t take them lightly. This is not normal and you should talk to a physician immediately,” Tyler said. “There could be a sense of a stigma that it is not OK to need help or that the feelings experienced mean a woman is a ‘weak’ or ‘bad’ mother. None of those things are true.”

Women experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression should talk to their OB/GYN or primary care provider, or a psychologist or counselor.

If feelings are immediately intense, go to the emergency room or call 911.

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prenatal care :

CONDITIONS AND TREATMENTS Denise Sanchez, RN Cache Valley Hospital

For many women, pregnancy is one of life’s greatest adventures. Many joyful and memorable milestones happen between a positive pregnancy test and a baby’s birth. While counting the weeks until they first hold their newborns, women can expect some discomfort and inconveniences as their bodies adjust to accommodate their growing baby.

Though they can be slightly uncomfortable, the physical changes many expectant mothers experience are usually completely normal.

Skin, hair and nail changes During pregnancy, hormones can trigger some wonderful changes. In some women, skin glows, hair becomes thicker and nails grow quicker.

Unfortunately, the opposite is true for others: Their skin fluctuates from oily to dry, hair grows in odd places and nails become brittle.

Expectant mothers whose skin becomes oily may want to stay away from cleansers, makeup and moisturizers containing salicylic acid.

Unwanted hair can be removed by tweezing, waxing or shaving.

Swelling While pregnant, many women produce more blood and other fluids in their bodies.

Additionally, the expanding uterus puts pressure on some of the large blood vessels.

These changes often cause swelling, particularly in the feet and hands.

By resting on their left side several times a day, and elevating their feet and legs slightly when lying down or sitting, a pregnant woman can reduce swelling. A wellbalanced diet and plenty of water helps too, along with avoiding clothing that fits tightly on the legs, thighs, hips and groin. It is important to call the doctor if swelling in the hands, legs or face becomes severe and isn’t relieved by rest and elevation.

Frequent urination As the baby grows, a pregnant woman’s bladder has less room to expand. That means even a small amount of urine in the bladder may trigger the urge to “go now.” With many expecting mothers, a cough, sneeze or laugh can cause a small amount of urine leakage.

To avoid this, plan frequent trips to the bathroom, don’t wait until the urge to go is intense. Practice Kegel exercises to strengthen the muscles supporting the bladder and urethra. Intense urgency, burning, pain or bleeding with urination should be reported to the woman’s physician.

Heartburn Unfortunately, the “burning sensation” called heartburn is often a part of pregnancy.

Heartburn happens when some stomach contents are pushed toward the esophagus by pressure from an enlarging uterus. Digestion can slow down during pregnancy, too.

To avoid this unpleasant side effect, women can try eating

more frequent, smaller meals and not eating right before going to bed. Expectant mothers should talk to their physicians before taking any over-the-counter or perscription medication.

Shortness of breath As the baby continues to grow, there is less room for the lungs to expand, making breathing harder. Many women find that lying on their side versus their back helps, wearing loose, comfortable

clothing can ease breathing as well; avoid wearing anything that feels tight around the waist or chest. Of course, it’s important to quickly report any severe or recurring shortness of breath to a doctor.

Pregnancy can be lifechanging in many other ways. For more information and tips, visit Birthing the Center of Excellence online at cachevalleyhospital.com/ maternity.

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breastfeeding

BASICS

Outpatient Consultations If you need additional support after being released from the hospital, you can schedule an appointment with a lactation consultant on Tuesday or Friday mornings for $35. Call (435) 7162560 to schedule your appointment.

Schae Richards, community editor

Breastfeeding is a natural process between mother

How does breastfeeding provide health benefits?

and baby. Still, it can be overwhelming for mothers at times.

Breastfeeding can have several health benefits for both mother and baby.

Some of these include:

Margo Christensen, RN, prenatal services coordinator at Logan Regional Hospital, said with some education, mothers can better understand the basics of breastfeeding, and determine whether it’s the right choice for them.

Benefits to mother • Reduces risk of premenopausal breast cancer, and uterine and ovarian cancers (if mother breastfeeds for at least two years) • Improves bone density

and reduces occurence of osteoporosis • Helps mother get to prepregnancy weight faster (if mother is eating healthily) • Is convenient and economical • Builds bond between mother and baby

Benefits to baby • Builds the immune system (perfectly matched for a newborn’s nutritional needs)

• Protects the development of brain cells • Decreases chance of allergies, asthma, juvenile diabetes and cancers and ear infections • Reduces risk of sudden infant death or “crib death” • Lowers chance of being re-admitted in the hospital for respiratory infections and diarrhearelated infections

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How often and how much should my baby eat?

Breast milk should be a baby’s “sole source of nutrition” for the first six months of their life, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Most breast-fed babies want to eat every hour and a half to three hours, depending on their individual needs.

Though the exact amount can’t be measured, you can track your baby’s consumption by checking their “level of contentment” and “what comes out,” meaning they need to have so many wet and dirty diapers (six to eight wet diapers, and four or more dirty diapers by 4 days old) within a 24-hour cycle. You can also track each feeding at first to help check your baby’s growth. “The hospital also sends mothers home with a little log they can use at home for the first week of the baby’s life,” Margo said. “…It helps them track

feedings and wet and messy diapers, which provides a way to ‘measure’ their baby’s progress, so they can feel reassured about things.”

What if my baby has trouble latching?

A good latch is important to successful breastfeeding.

“We work with our mothers here in the hospital, hoping to ensure the baby is latching,” Margo said. “If they have mastered the technique of latching, mothers usually do a lot better when they go home.”

However, if a mother would like additional support, she can seek help from a lactation consultant or healthcare professional to help improve latching.

Breastfeeding can be painful for the first few days as the mother’s body is trying to adjust. “It should not continue to hurt once breastfeeding is established, which sometimes takes a few weeks,” Margo said. “…It all comes down to how good that latch is.”

Do I need to diet while breastfeeding?

No special diet is recommended while breastfeeding, although mothers should try to eat healthy foods. “We strongly encourage mothers to keep a healthy, balanced diet,” Margo said. “We don’t restrict mothers in their diets, unless they think something might be bothering the baby.”

Mothers should consume about 500 extra calories a day (per baby). You should eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, and consume enough protein and carbohydrates to help with your baby’s development.

Also remember to stay hydrated by drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day, and cut back on, or cut out caffeinated beverages.

What if I am returning to work?

Many mothers return to work post maternity leave.

You should continue to

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breastfeed whenever you can, or when you are at home with your baby.

“We encourage mothers to breastfeed for as long as they can,” Margo said.

“If a mother wants to breastfeed for two weeks, she’s providing her baby with optimal nutritional and immunological benefits for that period of time just as a mother who breastfeeds for longer periods of time.”

Upon returning to work, get into the routine of pumping and storing milk to have on hand, and start introducing your baby to a bottle. This will create a smoother transition for both of you.

When should I NOT breastfeed?

There are some cases when a mother should not breastfeed. Some of these include: • If the mother has tested HIV positive (United States, only) • If the mother is using illicit drugs, or has a history of substance abuse • If the mother is going through chemotherapy, taking therapeutics drugs or high doses of radiopharmaceuticals • If the baby is diagnosed with Galactosemia (an intolerance to galactose) You may also decide along the way that breastfeeding isn’t for you. At any time, you can switch to a formula to better accommodate you and your baby.

“Breastfeeding has to work for the mother as much as it has to work for the baby,” Margo said. “Our goal is to support [mothers] in their choice.”

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HEALTHY

sleep habits

FOR YOUR BABY Barrett Labrum, DO, pediatrician Primary Care Pediatrics

Sleep. We crave it. We do not function well without it. When our kids don’t sleep, we become obsessed with it. Sleep for infants and children can be a very controversial subject as there are many opinions.

One thing to keep in mind is that no two children are alike, and there is no ‘right’ way to do anything when it comes to raising children.

With this in mind, there are patterns and scientific observations that can help when trying to figure out how to help your child to have healthy sleep habits.

Your baby’s sleep is a mixture of nature and parenting, meaning that about 25 to 50 percent of how a child sleeps is based on their unique genetic makeup, and the other portion is based on the caregiver reaction. I want to emphasize that just because your baby or child is not sleeping well doesn’t necessarily mean that you are wrong; there are many factors that come into play.

Sleeping is a developmental process. Babies fall asleep easily and can stay asleep through all kinds of activity levels, but often wake to eat. As they grow, they are stimulated more and will be awake more often.

Then they begin to develop stages of sleep and more normal sleep patterns. Most infants develop normal sleep

patterns by 6 months old.

Just as you wouldn’t expect a 6-month-old child to be walking, it may be unrealistic to think all 4 month olds sleep through the night. In fact, recent studies have shown that most infants wake up multiple times through the night, and up to half will soothe themselves after a few minutes.

So how can we help our babies sleep better? One of the most consistent findings in sleep behavior for babies is those that are able to fall asleep on their own in the beginning of the night sleep better, and those that require active soothing wake more often and sleep worse at night. Often times, following your baby’s sleep cues and giving them time is all they need to fall asleep on their own. Wait a few minutes before rushing in to comfort them; this gives them time to return to sleep on their own. Avoid giving your baby a bottle for bed. Nursing at bedtime is a common practice, but if the baby goes to sleep still awake, they sleep better. Consistent nighttime routines will not only help with babies, but with older children as well.

As soon as you get the “sleep thing” down, babies turn into toddlers. Toddlers want to control all aspects of their life, and sleep is no different. Bedtime is often

one of the most frustrating and stressful times for both parents and children. A nighttime routine provides structure to bedtime, and can provide a time for quiet interaction with your child.

Staying consistent each night is key. Allow your child to have a nightlight, or a favorite toy or blanket,

but make sure they are ready prior to bedtime.

Keep in mind that healthy sleep habits do not happen overnight. Be patient and observe your child, so you can pick up on their needs.

If you have concerns or need more ideas, talk to your pediatrician.

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CAR SEAT SAFETY Hurry, hurry, hurry!

There is so much to do: grocery shopping, music lessons, basketball practice, dinner, laundry, clean house, bedtime routines and sleep.

Wouldn’t you love to not have to hurry from place to place and task to task?

There may be shortcuts we use when accomplishing what we need to do and

Erin Griffeth, community services coordinator Cache County Sheriff’s Office

getting where we need to go. But there is one shortcut you DON’T want to take: proper car seat use.

car seat to make sure it’s appropriate for your child’s age, weight and height.

Safe Kids Worldwide has provided car seat safety tips to keep in mind when traveling with your children:

• Choose the right direction. Children should sit in a rearfacing car seat for as long as possible, usually until they are 2 years old. When your child outgrows their seat, move them to a forward-facing car seat.

• Choose the right seat.

Check the label on your

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• Use the inch test. A properly installed car seat will not move more than one inch when you shake it at the base.

• Use the pinch test.

After your child is placed in their car seat with the harness

buckled, pinch the strap at your child’s shoulder.

If you are unable to pinch any excess webbing, you’re good to go.

• Sit in the right place.

All children should sit in the back seat until they are at least 13 years old.

• Buckle up. Your children learn by watching others. Be a good example and buckle up.

It’s not practical to keep our children bundled in bubble wrap to avoid injury, but proper car seat use is one way we can protect our children. Don’t take shortcuts when it comes to your child’s safety.

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choking prevention BreeAnn Silcox, coalition coordinator Bear River Health Department

Babies and small children are constantly putting things in their mouths as a way to explore their environment.

However, toys, small objects and even food can be potential choking hazards.

Here are some tips from Safe Kids to help you keep your little ones safe.

• Cut food for toddlers into tiny pieces. Children under 5 years old should not eat small, round or hard foods, including pieces of hot dogs, cheese sticks or

chunks, hard candy, nuts, grapes, marshmallows or popcorn.

• Consider your child’s age when purchasing a toy or game. It’s worth a second to read the instructions and warning labels to make sure it’s right for your child.

• Keep small magnets away from children.

These include magnets found in construction sets, children’s toys or stress-relieving, office toys; refrigerator magnets; and rare

earth magnets (such as buckyballs).

• Keep small objects out of reach for your child.

This includes buttons, beads, jewelry, pins, nails, marbles, coins, stones and tacks.

• Use a “toilet paper roll to ‘test.’” If a toy or object

fits inside of a toilet paper roll, it could be a choking hazard.

For more information on how you can prevent choking hazards in your home, visit safekids.org or call the Bear River Health Department at (435) 792-6510.

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THE TRENDY MOM: Take Time for Yourself

A few months ago, we

had never been born.

welcomed our fourth baby to our family. This baby was what you would call a “surprise,” considering our third child was only 4 months old when I found out I was pregnant again.

While it wasn’t what we had planned, we quickly adjusted our mindset and prepped for (another) new baby.

The months of pregnancy passed and our excitement grew. Finally, the day came and our little girl made her appearance. We “ooo’d” and “ahhh’d” over her perfection, convinced a sweeter baby

The next few thoughts that entered my mind were not as altruistic. I distinctly remember repeating, “I’m not pregnant anymore, I’m not pregnant anymore!” I realized that I must have been really looking forward to that part. I was looking forward to the time I would be able move, and breathe more easily; to be the boss of my body. I didn’t feel selfish in these thoughts because, after all, I had just been pregnant for almost two years straight. However,

it did get me thinking about the importance of taking time for yourself, taking time to be yourself and taking time to better yourself.

Taking time for yourself can look different for every person, but no matter what it looks like, it’s extremely important.

Let’s face it: Being grown up is hard. It’s messy and confusing, and we don’t have all the answers. We are just doing the best we can. I believe that by having confidence in the person you

are, you will allow yourself to become an anchor in your own life. It will give you the foundation necessary to find happiness and success in your day-to-day life.

So take some time for you!

Head to the gym, read a book or learn a new skill. Whatever it is, do it and make “yourself” a priority. You will be a happy, well-balanced, best version of yourself and more prepared to tackle whatever comes your way.

Breanne XOXO

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Lily Jade offers products that are much more than typical diaper bags. They are the ultimate totes, purses and organizing companions, all wrapped into one fantastic product. Durable and made to last far beyond the baby years, Lily Jade bags are comprised of two pieces: the handbag itself (which comes in a variety of styles, sizes and colors) and the baby bag insert. The handbags are made of beautiful leather, canvas or a combination of the two, and they don’t have that “diaper bag” look many mothers dread. The baby bag insert takes your bag from what is often a bottomless pit to an organized container that can easily be removed if you are leaving baby with a sitter or just sneaking out and want to bring your purse, but not all your baby gear. With pockets galore, there is room to store everything you need from diapers and wipes to your wallet and car keys, and the larger-sized bags (like the Meggan pictured above) have ample space to hold supplies for moms with more than one baby in diapers, hold a laptop computer or even serve as overnight bag.

Many of the Lily Jade bags offer a hands-free option when the bag is in backpack mode, but can also be quickly converted to a shoulder or cross-body bag to fit every mom’s style and needs.

Lily Jade diaper bags can be purchased online at www.lily-jade.com.

From the moment we are born, blankets are a part of our lives. As children, we hide under them to protect us from scary noises or to build awesome forts. As adults, we use them to swaddle our infants, keep our toddlers warm and cocoon ourselves in them on the couch.

Regardless of our age, blankets provide warmth, comfort and security.

If you are going to give your baby a luxury, this may be just the thing you want to consider. Saranoni Luxury Blankets are just what their name says, and they make the everyday snuggling that babies love a luxurious experience. The best part is the Saranoni philosophy: As a baby grows, the things they love should grow along with them.

That means Saranoni blankets come in a large variety of sizes, styles and colors suited for snuggle lovers from infant to adult and include options from lightweight, breathable swaddle blankets in cotton or muslin material (that are plenty big to wrap a baby well) to Saranoni’s trademark lush receiving, toddler/teen or home-sized throws and soft, fluffy Bamboni throws.

Want another reason to love Saranoni? Their headquarters are located right here in Cache Valley!

You can purchase your blankets at their corporate office located at 700 W 1700 S Suite 108 in Logan, at Stork Landing in Logan or online at www.saranoni.com.

3 Chicco KeyFIT 30 ZipAir #1 Rated Car Seat with Breathable AirMesh This newly released, rear-facing infant car seat gives your baby the protection of the #1-rated car seat along with comfort of traveling on a cushion of air. The seat’s newly designed seat pad creates airflow channels to maximize ventilation throughout the backrest. Additional new features include a zip-on visor, zip-off canopy and zip-around boot. There’s a quick-remove seat pad for easy machine washing. Like other Chicco KeyFIT seats, this seat features ReclineSure (a springloaded leveling foot), RideRight bubble level-indicators on each side of the base and SuperCinch one-pull LATCH Tightener to help achieve a tight and secure fit in the vehicle. For vehicles without LATCH system, there is the easy vehicle belt routing with a built-in, lockoff system. It’s five-point harness (that can be easily tightened for an accurate fit using the one-pull harness adjustment and the infant support insert) is included for smaller babies from 4-11 pounds, and the seat itself is rated for babies up to 30 pounds.

The Chicco KeyFIT 30 ZipAir is available exclusively at BabiesR-Us (www.babiesrus.com), but other Chicco car seats are available locally at Stork Landing in Logan.

New babies wake frequently in the night for feedings, and many new mothers prefer to keep their little ones nearby for convenience.

However, with known co-sleeping dangers, room sharing is often a safer option. The Halo Bassinest allows babies to have their own space, but really be right next to mom.

This bassinet swivels 360 degrees so moms can bring their babies close to them (which is especially nice for mothers recovering from c-sections). The sides of the bassinet are made of breathable, mesh allowing mothers to quickly see their baby, and it features a side wall that lowers and returns on its own, making it very easy to pick up baby in the middle of the night for feedings. This bassinet is recommended for babies up to 5 months or 20 pounds.

Coupled with the HALO Sleepsack Swaddle, which has become a staple in promoting “back is best” safe sleep habits for babies, this is a great way to help both mom and baby get much needed rest.

Sleepsacks are wearable blankets that replace traditional blankets in the crib, in accordance with guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics. The swaddle version includes Velcro-fitted “wings” that help swaddle a baby quickly and precisely.

Both of these sleep-saving products are available locally at Stork Landing in Logan.

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Covered Goods Nursing Covers A Four-In-One Product Nursing Mothers Will Love If you are a nursing mother who likes style and likes getting a bang for your buck, this is the product for you! Covered Goods nursing covers are made of soft, stretchy fabric that wraps around mom and baby to provide full coverage when nursing. The stretchy fabric allows for multiple uses, including one arm out of the cover to provide a much-needed free hand and also be able to easily peek in at your baby.

The fabric is also breathable so baby doesn’t get hot while feeding.

In addition to serving as fantastic nursing covers, Covered Goods can also be worn as an infinity scarf for mom, allowing easy access to your cover when you need to nurse, and they work wonderfully as car seat covers and shopping cart covers.

That makes it a four-in-one product that is stylish and functional.

Covered Goods are hand-cut and sewn in the United States and can be purchased in a variety of patterns at www.coveredgoods.com.

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Yellow Lilly Burp Cloths Style Meets Function: A Burp Cloth That Actually Works!

7 Owlet Baby Monitor Bringing home a new baby is pure joy, but it also comes with much adjustment and even more worries and fears. Many parents recognize this anxiety that leads them to peering in at their baby several times a night “just be sure” he or she is still breathing. The Owlet Smart Sock is a baby monitoring system that helps alleviate some of those worries and gives parents peace of mind.

monitors babies’ heart rate and oxygen level via Bluetooth to a base station and/or a smartphone.

The system sounds an alert if the child’s heart rate dips too low, rises too high or if their oxygen level drops below a pre-set threshold. Although Owlet can’t guarantee a baby’s safety, and isn’t designed to substitute standard safety techniques and procedures associated with the prevention of SIDS, it provides tired parents with peace of mind that they will be alerted if their baby needs them.

The system connects a sock, designed to fit most babies up to 18 months, to technology that

Owlet baby monitors are available online at www.owletcare.com or locally at Stork Landing in Logan.

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These days most moms are looking for style, but experienced moms know function is even more important. That’s why we love companies like Yellow Lilly Company, which is run by a twin momma from Cache Valley, but ships nationwide. Yellow Lilly burp cloths are made of 100 percent Indian cotton, which is more absorbent than any others we have tried, and are available in a large size to keep more than just the shoulder covered. They are offered in a variety of cute prints to suit both genders and every style. This is a must-have for every mom’s diaper bag. Also available in the Yellow Lily Shop are darling, hand-made bows for baby girls to be worn on either a clip or a nylon, one-size-fits-all headband (doesn’t leave marks on baby’s head). Check them out online at www.etsy.com/ shop/YellowLillyCompany.

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NICU NURSE ‘TINY’ HEARTS

Emily Buckley, editor-in-chief

Mike Scriver, of Hyrum, didn’t always plan to be a nurse, and he definitely didn’t plan to spend 20 years working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

“I am often asked how I ended up in predominantly, historically a woman’s career field working with newborns,” Mike said. He recalls discussing career opportunities with his childhood best friend and thinking he would become some kind of “medical person,” with ambitions to become an optometrist.

After beginning school and then taking a hiatus due to the demands of a quickly growing family, Mike joined the Utah National Guard for the educational benefits and trained as a Combat Medic. It was while serving at a medical dispensary at a NATO training site in Germany during Desert Storm that Mike realized he thoroughly enjoyed working with the patient population and decided he wanted to become a nurse.

home, while his wife, Lori, worked the night shift at WalMart. “It was a rough four years,” Mike said, “It was an investment, and we survived.”

Months after graduation Mike was working on the float pool at Logan Regional Hospital and was assigned to a night shift in the NICU. He quickly remembered a trying time in his own life when his oldest son, who was born prematurely, had spent three weeks in NICU in Missoula, Montana.

He also recalled the NICU shift he had worked as a student, surrounded by beeps, alarms and monitors and felt

“Nursing is a great profession,” Mike said. “There are so many options and so much variety every day that you never get bored.”

Upon return from deployment, Mike attended Weber State University’s nursing program at Utah State University and earned his nursing degree, all while juggling driving truck and taking on the demands at

Above: Matt, Mike and Lori Scriver

Nurses play a huge role in hospitals, clinics and various care facilities throughout the world, representing the single largest component of the healthcare system.

But, there are some misconceptions about what responsibilities nurses have. Nurses are saving lives and making a difference every day in health care with little recognition from the media or the world at large.

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overwhelmed and intimidated, but went through with assignment anyway.

“I spent the night with those little babes and loved it,” Mike said. “I found myself working there more and more, and floating to other departments less and less. I eventually just stuck there.”

Now, 20 years later, Mike has cared for thousands of premature and sick newborn babies in the NICU at Logan Regional Hospital and says it is a job he still loves. He enjoys the opportunity to work with parents and helping them get through the challenge of caring for a premature or sick baby. “It’s kind of like playing grandpa,” Mike said. “We take care of the kids and send them home.”

Mike and Lori are the parents of six

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children, five of which are now adults.

Their youngest son, Matt, came to their family through foster care as a baby and was adopted when he was 4 years old.

“Interestingly,” Mike said. “Matt was a baby that I cared for in the NICU after he was born. I have taken care of thousands of babies, and, of course, don’t remember them all, but I remembered him instantly when he came to our home. From the beginning, he was a part of us.”

Mike admits that life didn’t turn out as he planned, and, for him, that’s just fine. When asked what he enjoys most about his job, Mike says it doesn’t feel like work. “When you find something you love it is just fun — more play than work.”

According to the International Council of Nurses: “Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy, promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping health policy and in patient and health systems management and education are also key nursing roles.”

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Mom’s Homemade Hamburger Buns Sherelle Christensen www.sherellechristensen.typepad.com

With spring on the horizon, my family always looks forward to having a barbecue or hot dog roast after being cooped up indoors during the long winter months. These homemade hamburger buns will take your burgers to the next level, and you can even shape them into longer rolls to become hot dog buns.

• 2 Tbs. sugar • 2 Tbs. active dry yeast • 1/2 cup warm water Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for about five minutes. Transfer to a large bowl or mixer fitted with a bread hook. Add the following: • 2 cups warm milk • 2 Tbs. olive oil • 2 tsp. salt • 6-7 1/2 cups flour (Add just enough to pull dough away from sides of the bowl, but don’t add too much...you want the dough to be slightly sticky.)

Knead dough until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a greased bowl and cover in a warm place to rise for about one hour, or until doubled. Divide dough into about 12-15 pieces. Grease hands before shaping. Form dough pieces into a roll shape, and then flatten gently with your hand when you transfer to a greased baking sheet. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cover and allow buns to rise for about 30 minutes. Beat the following in a small bowl: • 1 egg • 1 Tbs. water Brush egg wash over tops of buns (this will give them a nice, crusty brown top) and sprinkle the tops with the following: • Poppy seeds • Sesame seeds • Any herbs you might like Bake at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes. Allow buns to cool completely and slice in half with a serrated knife.

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Deer Repellent: Find What Works for You I used to enjoy seeing the occasional deer bouncing through our yard. When I was younger, I remember only seeing deer during cold, hard winters with deep snow cover. Today, it’s like a free buffet at the Anderson home (and in our neighborhood in general) that’s too good to pass up. The herd now includes two four-point bucks, a five-point buck and multiple does and fawns. It’s a nightmare. Shrubs and trees that are supposed to be unattractive to deer are stripped clean of leaves and needles.

My vegetable garden is their personal playground and lunch counter. We can’t even consider planting any pine, arborvitae or euonymus because they will only survive a few weeks before disappearing.

Many home remedies for deer repellent are out there, but few have lasting results. If you really want to prevent the costly damage incurred by your herd of “browsers” (deer like to nibble on a little bit of everything) traditional deterrents

like fences, netting and chicken wire work well as they completely prevent deer from damaging the plants.

However, they don’t look very attractive; therefore, they aren’t a great choice.

Very few people enjoy having chicken wire wrapped around their shrubs all winter, if not all year long. It just doesn’t look great, despite its positive results.

Another option is to use a repellent.

Many repellents have successfully deterred deer from causing wholesale damage to plants and yards. For the most part, many repellents don’t have an unpleasant odor, you can’t see them and they have a fairly long residual.

I’ve never had a repellent completely stop deer, but we have experienced great results at deterring most of their damage with a good repellent. Deer Stopper, Liquid Fence, Plantskydd are all excellent repellents we have tried with acceptable results. They use natural ingredients that won’t hurt deer, but make the plants taste and smell like something other than what they are.

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Mark Anderson, owner Anderson’s Seed and Garden

Surprisingly, these types of repellents work quite well, even during snowy winters and wet spring weather.

A new method, that has great potential, is a motion sensitive, mechanical device known as sonic repellent. The motion sensor picks up the movement of the deer, and then emits a loud, annoying sound that scares them away (at a sound frequency that humans can’t hear!) or, for added entertainment, it will activate a sprinkler that sprays the deer with cold water that will drive the pesky intruders away. Not only do they work on deer, but on many other pests as well: raccoons, skunks and porcupines.

The sonic sensor even comes with a solar-powered option for an easy setup and no batteries to change out.

Don’t be overwhelmed by deer damage.

With a little experimentation, and a tiny bit of luck, you can find the right combination of deterrents to keep those freeloading deer from consuming your yard.

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Preparing for Kindergarten Melinda LaMont, literacy facilitator Cache County School District

As educators, we recognize what an important role parents and families play when it comes to preparing students for kindergarten. Parents often ask, “How can I help my child develop the skills they need to be successful in school?” Here are five things you can do to help prepare your child for success in kindergarten: 1. Read to your child daily. Reading to your child will help them develop language skills and increase their desire to learn how to read. Use a variety of books, including picture books, non-fiction, poetry, magazines, etc. Talk about the story as you read it, encouraging your child to ask questions and discuss how they feel and what they have learned. The most important thing you can do for your child to prepare them for learning is to read to them 20 minutes or more every day.

2. Develop fine motor skills. Fine motor skills play an important role in helping your child to function as a writer in kindergarten. Allow your children access to tools that will help, develop motor skills (pencils, pens, crayons, scissors, glue, etc.). Drawing, coloring, cutting and writing are important skills that require practice before coming to kindergarten. It is also helpful to have your child know how to write his or her name when they come to kindergarten.

3. Build letter knowledge. Although we don’t expect students to come to kindergarten knowing how to read, it is helpful for them to be familiar with letters and letter names. When helping your child learn letters, start with the letters in his or her name and keep practice sessions short and playful. Building letters out of dough or blocks, finding them around the house or town, tracing them and writing them are all good ways to help children become familiar with letters.

Once your child is comfortable with

letter names, you can help them learn the letter sounds.

4. Introduce numbers and early math skills. Your home is a great place to begin exploring mathematics with your child. Incorporate math skills into your daily routine to help them see how math works in everyday life and to develop number sense. There are many games and activities that will help develop math skills. Help your child recognize numbers and where they are in the environment. Students should know the following before kindergarten: • Counting from one to 10 • Recognizing the numbers zero to 10 • Counting sets of objects up to 10 (one-to-one correspondence) • Spatial relationships (over, under, up, down, in, on, above, below) • Familiar with shapes and names of shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle) • Familiar with colors and color names • Compare items (same, different, bigger, smaller, longer, shorter) • Sort objects by color, size and shape 5. Increase vocabulary and oral language skills. Talking to and with your child is important in developing communication skills. Talking to them throughout the day as well as reading books and talking about it will help develop these skills. Look for opportunities to introduce your child to many vocabulary terms and different ways to say things. For example, say “time to tidy up the room” instead of “pick up your toys.”

For more information on helping your child prepare for kindergarten, visit www.cachedistrictliteracy.org. A link for “Time Together” can also be found here, which provides workshops and materials for parents of children preparing for kindergarten at participating schools (Canyon, Lewiston, Lincoln, Park and Summit).

Should I keep my child home another year?

Our schools are often asked by parents if they should keep their child home another year, especially if they are young. Though it can be an advantage to be older, Cache District willingly accepts ALL students who meet the deadline, and will make every effort to meet their needs wherever they are academically. Feel free to discuss your concerns about readiness with your local school upon registration.

When is registration?

All Cache County School District elementary schools will be registering students Wednesday, March 16 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday, March 17 from 12-7 p.m. Students must turn 5 years old on or before Sept. 1 to register. Please bring your child for a short screening as well as a birth certificate, immunization record, utility bill and mortgage or rental statement (proof of address).

Logan School District kindergarten registration will be Tuesday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 13 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 14 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Registration will take place at Bridger Elementary School. Students do not need to attend.

Similar paperwork is needed. For more information, visit www.loganschools.org/ kindergarten-registration/.

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Collaboration Leads to Children’s Success Frank Schofield, superintendent Logan City School District

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” — African proverb As a parent, teacher and school administrator, one of my goals has always been to help children develop the attitudes, behaviors and skills that will allow them to chart their own course throughout their life. I have always wanted students to have the ability to go as “far” as possible in their quest for personal success, and I continue to hold that goal for students in the Logan City School District.

As we focus on helping students “go far,” I believe in the principle expressed in the quotation above. We can go further when we go together. On one level, it relates to the importance of the positive, collaborative relationships

between schools and families; on another level, it illustrates the need for teachers to work together to address the various needs of students in our schools.

In an effort to promote this collaboration among our teachers, the Logan City School District has the following expectations for teacher teams: • Every educator participates on an organized Professional Learning Community team.

• Every PLC team meets weekly for at least 4060 uninterrupted minutes or more when time is embedded in the educator’s team schedule.

• Every PLC team collaboratively develops and administers common formative assessments based on the essential content from their curriculum.

• Every PLC team utilizes CFA data to help answer the following questions: • What must our students know and be able to do as a result of what we are about to teach?

• How will we know if our students are learning?

• How will we respond when our students don’t learn?

• How will we enrich and extend the learning for students who are proficient?

By answering these questions, we will be better prepared to make the adjustments needed to help more of our students succeed in school.

This level of collaboration takes time, which is why we schedule late-start Wednesdays in our secondary schools, and our elementary schools have various schedules.

This collaboration is essential to helping more students develop the attitudes, behaviors and skills that will enable them to create a positive future for themselves and their community, and help them go as “far” as they can.

Thanks to you for the ways you support this goal, and contribute to helping all of our students grow.

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Making a Difference: Sound Beginnings Builds Bright Future for Kids Jackie Hendricksen, of Logan, is able to communicate with her 6-year-old son every day. She is proud of how far he has come, when just a few years earlier this wasn’t a possibility. Despite his hearing loss, Jackie’s son is able to do what any other child can. The Sound Beginnings program has played a huge part in this transformation.

Sound Beginnings is a free, early education program through Utah State University designed to help children who are deaf or hard of hearing “reach their full potential” through home and facility-based services.

“We believe families should have access to resources to help them communicate with their children however they want,” said Karl White, co-founder of Sound Beginnings and professor of psychology at USU. After being approached by local school districts, Karl and Beth Foley, co-founder of

Schae Richards, community editor

Sound Beginnings and dean of the College of Education and Human Services at USU, worked together to form a graduate training program that would help children who use digital hearing aids and cochlear implants learn how to talk and listen. When first established in 2007, the program had about six children. Today, there are about 30 participating children.

listening language. While one is not better than the other, it’s important for parents to decide soon after birth (or diagnosis) how they will communicate with their child.

Sound Beginnings is the only early education program in Cache Valley that focuses on spoken and listening language.

Jackie’s son started the Sound Beginnings program when he was about 3 years old, and is now attending his last year in their kindergarten group. He continues to make progress every day. “It’s giving my son the future that he may have not been able to obtain,” she said. “He’s going to have easier successes because of how hard he fought for them now.”

Karl said deaf children can communicate in a variety of ways, but typically do so through sign language, or spoken and

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C a c h e Va l l e y F a m i l y M a g a z i n e | S p r i n g 2 0 1 6 With proper education and support, children can begin to develop critical skills that will allow them to thrive in their environment. “We are trying to help families help their child become everything they want them to be,” Karl said.

Nicole Martin, program director for Sound Beginnings and speech and language pathologist, has seen this success firsthand in the classroom. “I remember a little girl who came in with a late start,” she said. “…She liked to play horses and would gallop into her own little corner, not really socializing with the other children. But once she started developing these skills, her personality started to shine.”

Amber Skinner, of Logan, is another mother whose family has greatly benefited from the program. She, like Jackie, has been impressed with the quality of services her two sons are receiving. “I have no doubt about my children’s success,” she said. “That brings me the greatest joy.”

Sound Beginnings offers a diverse set of services. Based on their age and individual needs, children can participate in the

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following programs: • Home-Based: From birth to 18 months old, the child can receive assistance at home through teleconferencing and weekly family visits from an early-intervention provider. Through these services, parents will be able to establish communication methods with their child, while helping them become familiar with different sounds.

• Infant and Toddlers: From 18 months to 30 months old, the child will attend a parent-child group that meets twice a week for a couple of hours.

During this time, parents can watch their children engage in the different listening and language activities available.

• Preschool: At 30 months old, the child will switch to the preschool class that meets Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here, they will participate in extensive language and listening activities, heavily interact with other children and become more independent. They will also receive music therapy to enhance their learning experience.

• Mainstream/Kindergarten: Children attending a local elementary school can still receive services that are centered on speech and language development and in compliance with the Utah Core Standards. Each child will also participate in individual therapy sessions.

• Summer School: All programs and services are offered during the summer months, so children can continue to increase their spoken and listening language skills.

• Other services: On-site audiologists are available for hearing testing, hearing aid services and cochlear implant mapping. In addition, individual therapy sessions are provided to help each child track their progress.

Nicole said Sound Beginnings has given parents a new sense of hope, while it has presented these children new possibilities.

“We want children to have the confidence they need,” she said. “Once they have those language building blocks, they begin to blossom.”

For more information on the program and enrollment, visit www.soundbeginnings.org.

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Smoothies: Nutritious ‘Fast-Food’

Tara Bone, contributing writer

Food. It’s part of every mom’s daily routine. Whether it’s thinking about what to cook, braving the grocery store, preparing the meal or cleaning up, it’s always there waiting with the hungry masses. Food is the center of my three growing boys’ world, so this “Family Firsts” is dedicated to our discovery of the smoothie.

Many of you are probably smoothie pros, but this is a whole new world for me. It all started when my husband and boys gave me a Blendtec for Christmas. I must preface this gift with two points: first, notice how it relates to food; and second, they were eager to share what an amazing deal they got. As they boasted about its capabilities and all the food it could make for them, I too got excited about a gadget that would make kitchen life easier.

We decided smoothies would be our first experiment. I talked to smoothie pros, did some research and realized smoothies are an amazing way to sneak a lot of nutrition into food. Why hadn’t I discovered this sooner? And they were so easy to make. I knew we were on to something really good when one of my boys raised his green smoothie high into the air and declared, “This stuff has changed my life!” Imagine it: a child thrilled to drink spinach and kale!

Smoothies really can change lives. Arianne Spahr, of Wellsville and a student of nutrition for more than 20 years, said smoothies are a healing food that can help children get the energy they need for their active lives.

Every day, she and her two boys start their day with a “super shake” packed with nutrients.

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The bottom line: It’s nice to know we can give our kids the nutrition they need in a way they love. Finally, a supercharged nutritious “fast-food.”

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• Experiment with vegetables, fruits and nutritious mixins like chia seeds or hemp hearts. The possibilities are endless!

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Food Babe’s Peach Chia Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 peach, pitted (can use unsweetened, frozen peaches) • 2 cups spinach (or other leafy green) • 2 tablespoons chia seeds • 1/2 frozen banana, peeled • 1/2 orange • 1/4 cup plain grass-fed yogurt, or nut milk of choice • Optional: 1 date for some extra sweetness

Instructions: 1. Place all ingredients in a blender.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Add more milk for a thinner consistency, or a frozen banana for a thicker consistency.

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not good for you. There is a debate about protein supplements, so find what works best for your family.

• Avoid artificial sweeteners, such as refined white sugar, sucralose (Splenda) and corn syrup.

Where to Start: • If you are a smoothie newbie, visit www.simplegreensmoothies.com. There is a “smoothies” app on this site and information about “The Blender Girl Smoothies” by Tess Masters.

• “The Smoothies Bible” by Pat Crocker provides information ranging from blender buying tips, to lists of health conditions matched with healing smoothie recipes. There is even fruit, vegetable and herb profiles with how-to advice.

• You can purchase some great herbal mix-ins at www.herbalcom.com.

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Five Great Ways to Celebrate Easter Jonathan Badger, president, Lee’s Marketplace

Spring is here and Easter is fast approaching. Now is the time when many Cache Valley families look forward to going outside and enjoying the beauty that surrounds our community. As a local native, I’m happy to share some of my family’s favorite local activities for Easter weekend.

1. Coloring eggs is, of course, a much-loved Easter activity, enjoyed by many families. The “local” secret takes place after the eggs are decorated and dried.

Aggies of all ages take their colored eggs to Utah State University’s campus and roll them down Old Main Hill. Unlike the White House tradition where children roll eggs along flat grass with a spoon, this Easter egg roll involves racing eggs down the steep slope, leaving lots of crushed eggs behind. Don’t worry, local seagulls have a fun Easter tradition too: cleaning up the mess that follows.

2. Feeding the ducks at First Dam is at the top of most local families’ spring bucket list. Nestled at the base of Logan Canyon, First Dam is a beautiful spot to not only feed the ducks, but also to picnic, fish from the wooden dock or simply sit back and enjoy the beautiful spring weather.

3. No Easter would be complete without a ham dinner with all the fixings. Our family favorites for Easter dinner include Lee’s Marketplace’s Holiday Ham, rolls, cheesy potatoes and other holiday-themed recipes, such as deviled eggs and bunny-shaped sugar cookies.

4. Flying a kite is the perfect way to spend a sunny and breezy day. You can buy a kite (and maybe even add it to your child’s Easter basket) for just a few dollars. It will be sure to make for a fun afternoon. Or, if you’re feeling even more creative, make your own kites together using butcher paper, wood and strings. Then complete them with a handcolored design and tails made from fabric strips.

5. Planting spring flowers can brighten up your porch or yard, and serve as a happy reminder that spring is here. Marigolds, petunias and other annuals can quickly turn a patch of dirt into an instant flower garden, or, if it’s still a little cold at night, let your kids paint flowerpots for the porch and move the flowers into the garage at night to protect them until it gets a little warmer.

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Spring Driving Safety Tips Christie Stock, president Discount Tire

Old Man Winter is starting to lose his grip, and soon spring shall make her graceful entrance. With better weather all around, you may think the roads are safe again. However, this line of thinking is not entirely true.

Spring rain brings slippery road conditions and sometimes flooding. In fact, rain was the cause of 46 percent of all weather-related crashes from 2002 to 2012, and wet pavement, in general, accounted for 74 percent, according to the Federal Highway Administration.

What makes rain and wet pavement so dangerous? First, slippery roads reduce your vehicle’s handling and increase the distance it takes to stop (up to four times normal stopping distance). Big puddles can also cut

down on tire traction and could lead to hydroplaning.

Here are some tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe: • Check your lights. Since spring rain hinders driving visibility, make sure all your lights work, including headlights, taillights, backup lights, turn signals, parking lights and brake lights.

• Replace your wiper blades. Wornout wiper blades may not be up to the task of clearing water away from your windshield. Check your wiper blades and replace them if necessary (usually once a year).

• Check your tire pressure. Harsh winter weather can deflate your tires. Make sure you have enough

air in them once spring rolls around. (As a bonus, proper tire pressure can also help increase fuel efficiency.)

• Slow down and drive carefully.

The first few rainy days of spring can produce very slippery roads due to oil and other leaked fluids mixed with rainwater. Slow down to increase your stopping distance when it’s raining.

• Keep your eyes peeled for bad road conditions. Remember that harsh winter weather creates potholes and other driving obstacles.

• Watch for animals. This is especially important during the early morning and evening when animals are most active.

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MISSION POSSIBLE FAMILIES: REALIZING THE

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I’ve said it before: Families are a lot like businesses. Most families use a waterfall business model, where the instructions and objectives are dictated from the parents down to the children. Interestingly, today, many businesses are using more adaptive or “agile” models rather than the topdown, waterfall model. By this, I mean they allow employees to set their own objectives, manage their own time,

monitor their own outcomes and provide input on the objectives as a whole.

Author and columnist, Bruce Feiler, wrote, “The Secrets of Happy Families,” and other New York Times best-sellers with a strong focus on families. After searching the globe for the happiest families, Bruce discovered that happy families adapt.

They use this more “agile” business model that reverses the waterfall within the family, helping increase the sense of investment each member has in realizing the family mission.

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asked them how they thought their daily behaviors would help move us toward our goals. We talked about how to be more organized, healthy, productive, spiritual, etc.

Each morning, they list their goals for the day. I usually add their job assignment(s) and any other items myself. As they complete a goal or task, they simply check it off. I had completely underestimated the power of a check mark.

3. Provide constant feedback at family meetings or counsels. These regular meetings, where you all evaluate your progress and make suggestions for improvement, help keep everyone focused on the bigger picture and keep your kids invested in the process. We ask, “What worked this week and what did not?” This kind of bottom-up idea flow, where your kids give much of the input, develops a sense of accountability and a stronger desire to see these ideals become the family reality.

4. Establish rewards and consequences for behavior. Allow your kids to help determine their own rewards and consequences.

This is an amusing process. Some of my kids’ suggestions raised an eyebrow and some were so simple and obvious. For example, they proposed that if they were guilty of starting an argument or lashing out at another family member, they had to help that person do their job for the day. Perfect, right? They also suggested that if they told a lie they would have to wear a sign saying, “I am a liar” (Not sure we’ll do that one!). Again, the point is that they use the process to learn what works and what doesn’t, adapt and become more self-motivated and involved in the family’s mission.

Want to learn how to create your own family mission statement? Visit our “For the Family” page at www.cachevalleyfamilymagazine.com.

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Pre-Planning Funeral Arrangements

James Quigley, funeral apprentice Cache Valley Mortuary

Thinking about our own deaths is not something most people are comfortable with, so preparing for your funeral might make you feel uneasy. Still, more and more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral is a natural part of life and offers great emotional and financial security for their families. They see funeral planning as an extension of will and estate planning.

By taking time to designate funeral preferences and pay for many or all of the expenses in advance, you ensure your loved ones will have fewer complicated decisions to make during that emotional time.

Although making your funeral and cemetery arrangements may seem overwhelming, it isn’t hard. We recommend you approach planning using four easy steps.

1. Reflect. Take time to consider the type of funeral and cemetery services you want to celebrate or memorialize

C a c h e Va l l e y F a m i l y M a g a z i n e | S p r i n g 2 0 1 6 your life. Consider the tone and atmosphere of the services. Will they be somber? Traditional?

Celebratory? Will they reflect your unique interests and personality?

Answering these questions will help you begin to make the funeral and cemetery selections that are right for you.

2. Record. Once you have determined your wishes for your final arrangements, writing them down is the best way to ensure they will be carried out.

Whether stored on paper or electronically, this will allow your loved ones to act on your behalf.

Just as you keep your will and financial documents updated, you should review and update your funeral and cemetery plans, if necessary, as well.

3. Share. After you have recorded your funeral plans, it’s important to share them with your loved ones, so they will be able to carry out your wishes.

Keep these plans in a safe, but accessible location. If you work directly with a funeral provider, they will keep this on file.

4. Support. Does pre-planning require pre-payment? The simple answer is “no.” You can simply record your wishes, and leave it to your family to pay for the desired services at the time of your passing.

Or, if you are financially able, you can relieve your family of the need to pay for your funeral or cemetery services by pre-funding your plan. This ensures your expenses will be covered when you need them to be.

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When you choose to pre-fund your final arrangements, your money is put into a stateapproved trust account, or top-rated insurance policy, until required.

After your pre-plan is paid for in full, the price is guaranteed. You will never have to pay more for the items you have already paid for. Also when you pre-plan with a reputable mortuary, your plan will go where you go. No matter where you reside at the time of your passing, your plan will be transferable to any funeral home in the United States.

You can begin the process of planning your funeral arrangements on your own, or it may be beneficial to work with a pre-planning specialist at your selected mortuary to ensure your wishes are organized and secure.

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Realtors are Advocates for Your Rights Emily Merkley, association executive Cache-Rich Association of REALTORS®

The ideals of the American Dream, Democracy and The Land of

Opportunity are what make a nation, and particularly this nation, something to be admired. Strength, integrity and equality are pillars that create a sure foundation — a foundation that rests upon the backs of its people.

At a time when trust and confidence in federal and local government are found wanting, it’s important to know that there are elements in the legislative processes functioning to protect our freedoms and defend our rights as citizens.

The REALTOR® Party is a powerful alliance of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations that works with local, state and federal government to protect and promote property investment and homeownership through candidates and public policies. The REALTOR® Party truly represents the interests

U.S. Congressman Rob Bishop speaks to REALTOR®s at the annual REALTOR® Day on the Hill legislative event. Other featured guests included Congresswoman Mia Love, Representatives Curt Webb, Jack Draxler, Ed Redd & the Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox.

of citizens, and works tirelessly to bring stability to the real estate markets that play an integral role in our communities and business environments.

the Party works to avoid unnecessary cost, burden, time and hassle that accompanies policies and other housing transactions in an effort to encourage home ownership.

“An unprecedented number of bills that pass through the legislative session each year affect property rights one way or another, and the REALTOR® Party supports candidates who lead the charge and get things done through extraordinary lobbying efforts,” said Curt Webb, Utah State legislator.

“We are going to need new housing options at various levels of income and all demographics, which requires that we be forward-thinking,” said Justin Allen, Utah Association of Government Affairs Director. “We work with cities to plan for future housing needs and demands, and it’s important that REALTORS® and others continue to work with local government at the city level to focus on future planning, and how we can grow and develop to meet housing and land needs while maintaining a good quality of life.”

The REALTOR® Party is wellrespected throughout the different facets of government due to their method of communicating issues in a way that others can fully understand the scope and direct effect issues have on real estate and property rights in general. The group is “level-headed and truly a first class operation that is a major asset and benefit to the public as they defend and protect individual property rights,” Webb said.

Some crucial points of legislature that can have a large impact on home and property owners include the State Construction Registry, of which the REALTOR® Party is a stout champion. This involves a registration of property lien rights made available to the general public, which in turn helps maintain the balance that keeps mortgage loans available, something that impacts almost every citizen.

Political subdivisions, related to the power cities have to determine taxes and zoning rights, protects property owners from foreclosures due to unpaid developer taxes. These are facets of personal property rights, and

Further explaining the role of REALTORS®, Justin explains how “members of the REALTOR® Party and Association have an above average knowledge of neighborhoods, schools and the quality of life within their communities,” which plays a crucial part in the planning commissions and in the legislature for their constituents.

The REALTOR® Party strives to be held to an elevated standard, to ensure that trust, integrity and confidence are restored to the citizens of a state and nation with endless possibilities. This work and relationship with elected officials ensures that valuable rights are maintained and that communities function on a higher working level.

It also makes comfortable living and home ownership, specifically in Cache Valley, more affordable than it otherwise would be.

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Simple Steps for Teaching Kids

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Kids learn several important lessons at a young age:

how to talk, how to eat, how to dress themselves. Many of these lessons are crucial to their well-being throughout life.

But there’s one lesson that gets overlooked all too often: money.

Kids who learn about money from an early age, even as young as three or four years old, are more likely to feel confident about money and be more responsible as they grow. Teaching your kids about money doesn’t have to be hard or awkward; it can actually be very simple. Here are four easy suggestions that can give your kids a head start.

1. Introduce a jar system. Let your kids pick out some sort of container to hold their money, such as an old pickle jar, piggy bank, envelope or box, and let them decorate the containers. Label three separate containers “giving,” “savings” and “spending.”

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Encourage your kids to use a simple model, such as 10-10-80: 10 percent of their earnings go toward a charity of their choice, 10 percent goes toward savings and 80 percent (or whatever is left over) goes toward spending. Then they can put those amounts into the respective containers.

Where do kids get money? Giving them an allowance is a good way for them to start learning how to manage money. You could start with an allowance of 50 cents per week times the child’s age (8 years = $4/week). You can also pay your kids for doing extra chores around the house.

2. Make a goal. Help your kids set goals on how they want to spend their money. They can draw pictures of long-term goals they want to save for and attach the drawings to their containers. If they are saving their money for a larger goal, you could do a matching program to help them learn the value of saving, sort of like a company might match an adult’s 401(k) contributions.

3. Let them decide what to buy. Though it can be hard, letting kids make mistakes with money can help them understand how to make better choices in the future.

4. Set an example. Let your kids watch you transfer money to your savings account each month. Talk to them about watching for sales, or only buying what is on your shopping list. Kids learn by example.

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Cache Children’s Choir (435) 752-6260 www.cachechildrenschoir.org Our summer camp provides quality music education for Cache Valley youth in three levels of choirs (ages 8-16) and two levels of early childhood classes (ages 3-7). It will be held June 13-17 with choir auditions/placement in May and August. Call for info and to register.

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Cache Valley School of Ballet (435)753-3633 www.cvcballet.org The Cache Valley School of Ballet offers qualified training in classical ballet to community members of all ages and skill levels.

Summer semester (5 weeks): June 13-July 15 for ages 3 and up. Visit our website for complete list of classes.

Dance Illusion www.danceillusionutah.com We offer fourweek summer courses, a three-day Princess Camp (ages 3-8), a threeday Ballet Intensive class (ages 5 and up) and a three-day Technique Intensive class (ages 5 and up).

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Registration for summer classes begins March 1. Registration for fall and spring classes begins June 6.

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class (ages 7-13) helps prepare children for when they are home alone. We also offer CPR and first aid classes. Classes run March - August. CPR/first aid classes are held every month.

Sports Academy (435) 753-7500 www.sportsacademy.com We offer year-round SwimAmerica swim lessons. Upcoming sessions start April 5 and May 3. Mention Cache Valley Family Magazine and get $5 off when registering!

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Logan Regional Hospital (435) 716-5365 www.loganregional.org/classes We offer a wonderful babysitting class (includes lunch and bag) to help babysitters understand their responsibilities. Our Capable Kids

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