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s we roll through another year of pandemic life and welcome the year 2022, the health of ourselves and our families has remained a top priority. The Chesapeake Family Life July issue recognized the medical professional heroes as Favorite Docs and our Big Book of

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As our routines and schedules become as close to normal as they can, extracurricular activities like sports have continued through the pandemic.

On page 7 you’ll find a look into school athletics during the pandemic and how that has influenced current sport seasons. Other important information about student life includes resources for mental health support and learning differences available to Maryland students. You can find it on page 22. Also found on page 25 is information on the importance of vaccines in kids and how the pandemic has affected routine but critical vaccine appointments for children.

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An Inside Look at School Athletics During the Pandemic

C

OVID-19 has affected nearly every facet of the

time players or personnel were not actively playing,” says Boyd.

K-12 educational experience, and school sports

“Perhaps the biggest challenge related to COVID was keeping

programs are no exception. Despite the challenges,

everyone’s mental health up as much as possible.”

regional athletic departments have worked to make

The Gunston School was able to have some level of participation

the best of a difficult reality and learned valuable lessons along

in all three sports seasons, but Athletic Director Josh Breto says it

the way. Here’s a look at what the experience has been like for

wasn’t without adherence to the necessary safety precautions.

several Chesapeake-area schools and why they’re optimistic about upcoming seasons.

A Team Effort

Adjustments to the Game Plan

guidance, “all of our teams made it to the end, and I’m very proud

Keith Powell, Activities and Athletic Director at Patuxent High School, says the 2021 spring season kept the athletes and coaching staff on their toes as precautions and rules shifted almost constantly.

There were “so many changes, and as soon as we got

Powell says that despite the uncertainties and changing of that. This accomplishment is due directly to the focus of our coaches and our athletes.”

At Gunston, it was “communication, adaptability, and teamwork from our wonderful and dedicated coaches, student-athletes, and families were key in allowing for a safe and successful return to

comfortable with certain guidelines, new ones were given to us,”

athletics in all three seasons this year,” says Breto. “As a result,

he says.

being able to provide our graduating seniors and their families a

Key School’s Athletic Director Brian Boyd says the Obezags were able to complete most of the spring season, but with numerous precautions.

“We certainly had to be mindful of COVID throughout the season, with more frequent cleaning, no shared water, and masks any

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spring season that felt relatively normal was hugely important to the school and we are all grateful for that.”

Mindful of the need to strictly limit crowds at sporting events, the Key School athletic department established a new habit that it hopes to continue.

bbh | health notes “Obviously, we wanted families and friends to be able to

are finite takeaways from last year that he hopes to carry into the

watch the games, so we made a point of videotaping every

upcoming athletic seasons: “that we should be thankful for every

game (including every individual tennis match) and shared these

moment we get to practice and play together,” and “to use our

videos with our families and our opponents,” Boyd says. “This

COVID experience as a motivator to build resilience and know we

is something that worked so well that we will likely continue the

can quickly recover from mistakes and challenging times.”

practice moving forward.”

At South River High School, Athletic Director David Klingel says

No matter what the future may hold for these sports programs, it’s no mystery that the coaches and athletics staff are heartened by

“the most challenging aspect was squeezing two seasons into a

the determination of their players and have plenty of reasons to be

time frame where one is traditionally played,” adding that several

optimistic. —By Laura Adams Boycourt

sports had to be shut down to the frustration of athletes, coaches, and parents.

Despite the challenges fielded by the South River sports program, the coaching staff pulled together to make the best out of a unique situation.

“The coaches were wonderful throughout the process,” says

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Klingel. “They followed the protocols to the best of their ability and made the seasons enjoyable for the athletes.”

Moving the Ball Forward “We are very optimistic that this fall we will be back to normal,” says Powell, noting that he’s sure athletes—especially seniors—are ready for a sense of normalcy.

Boyd says he’s also “cautiously optimistic” that Key will see a full season of games come fall.

Keeping Student Athletes Safe During the Heat

“A good deal will depend on how many student-athletes are vaccinated and the local metrics for COVID,” he says, adding that he suspects certain safety measures will endure.

“I can imagine that we might continue to socially distance and separate restrooms by team and limit the sharing of equipment in order to minimize contact. Little things, like physically shaking hands after games, might continue to be replaced by other ways of showing appreciation for our opponents.”

No matter which precautions remain in place, Boyd says there’s been a shift in how many of the athletes and staff think about their

How COVID is Impacting Student Athletes

time together.

“I think the biggest difference in sports in the immediate future will be gratitude. I saw how happy and grateful students and coaches were this spring to be able to play the games they love with their friends. I expect that this is something that will continue for a little while.”

Ronnie Vesnaver, Soccer and Lacrosse Coach at Gunston, found that sports were an essential outlet for students during a difficult time.

“This past year has shown me in a very tangible way how

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important extracurriculars are for our students not just for their own enrichment, but also for their mental health and sense of wholeness,” he says.

This year, Vesnaver wants to harness that power.

“Moving forward, we’re hoping to structure in more traditions and bonding amongst the team on and off the field in order to create a more cohesive and inspired group of players.”

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Choosing the Right Skincare Products

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ith so many skin care products available, including cleansers, moisturizers and cosmetics, it can be difficult to know which products to choose. While understanding your

skin type can help you choose products formulated for your skin,

“Sometimes, discovering the cause of skin irritation is easier said than done,” says Dr. Brod. “If it is difficult to pinpoint the exact ingredient causing your skin to react, talk to a board-certified dermatologist, who can help. You may need a medical test called patch testing to help find out what is causing your irritation.”

Once the cause has been identified, says Dr. Brod, it’s important to avoid it. For example, if fragrance in skin care products is causing your skin to react, he says, opt for products that are labeled “fragrance free.” Remain cautious with certain skin care products that are labeled “unscented” or have plant- based botanical ingredients, as these products may still have fragrance-related ingredients.

it’s still possible that you’ll end up with a product that irritates

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your skin.

These tips are demonstrated in “How to Test Skin Care Products,” a

Sometimes, a skin care ingredient, such as one of the preservatives, can trigger a condition called allergic contact dermatitis, which can cause your skin to become red, itchy and swollen. Fortunately, board-certified dermatologists from the

video posted to the AAD website and YouTube channel. This video is part of the AAD’s “Video of the Month” series, which offers tips people can use to properly care for their skin, hair and nails.

American Academy of Dermatology say testing skin care products on several small areas of your skin first can help predict whether you’ll experience a negative skin reaction. “There are more than 15,000 allergens that can cause allergic contact dermatitis, and skin care products are a common cause,” says board-certified dermatologist Bruce A. Brod, MD, FAAD. “Even products labeled ‘hypoallergenic’, ‘natural’ or ‘clean’ can cause a skin reaction, so it’s helpful to test skin care products before using them as you would normally.”

How to Test Products To test a skin care product, Dr. Brod recommends the following tips: Apply the product to a test spot twice daily for seven to 10 days. Choose a quarter-sized spot on your skin where the product won’t be rubbed or washed away, such as the underside of your arm or the bend of your elbow. Use the normal amount and thickness you would use as if you were applying the product regularly. Leave the product on your skin for as long as you would normally. If you’re testing something that you would usually wash off, like a cleanser, keep it on your skin for five minutes or as long as the instructions say.

If after seven to 10 days you don’t have a skin reaction, such as red, itchy, or swollen skin, go ahead and use the product. Keep in mind that some ingredients, such as retinol and glycolic acid, can irritate your skin, particularly if your skin is sensitive. This is normal and temporary.

If you develop a skin reaction, gently wash the product off as soon as possible, and don’t use it again. Apply a cool compress or petroleum jelly to relieve your skin, if needed. If your reaction to a product is severe and not relieved with cool compresses or petroleum jelly, you may need to see a dermatologist to help manage your symptoms

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​​Motherhood Is Not Martyrdom Not A Lifetime of Sacrifice

By: Jillian Amodio

M

otherhood is not martyrdom. What is martyrdom,

and the occasional tantrum counts. It has long been a societal

specifically Motherhood Martyrdom? Motherhood

norm that the mother is the emotional glue, the healer of hearts,

Martyrdom is when a woman feels the need to

and the keeper of schedules when it comes to maintaining the

completely give up their own wants and needs

emotional wellbeing and logistical maintenance of the family as a

once they become a mother. It is no secret that motherhood requires great sacrifice. As mothers, we sacrifice our bodies to grow and/or nurture a young life. We sacrifice our hearts to love another being more than we ever thought possible. We sacrifice

whole.

It is important to remember who we are as individuals and not identify ourselves only by our relation to others.

our sleep, our personal space, our privacy, our time, and so much

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more. Motherhood by the nature of the job entails a lifetime of

Even the most self assured woman can easily become so lost in

sacrifice. And yet, motherhood is still a role that brings great honor,

the role of motherhood that she no longer remembers the woman

joy, and fulfillment to many. Motherhood is many things, but one

she once was. All of a sudden it is as though the world has shifted

thing it is not, is martyrdom.

and the central focus is on the child while the mother remains

Motherhood is a job unlike any other mainly because we are thrown into it with virtually no training and gain from it no compensation, unless getting paid in hugs, kisses, handmade gifts,

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somewhere off in the peripheral, a constant figure, needed, but rarely noticed.

The woman of course, has always existed, but the mother

has just arrived. Somewhere along the way, the role of mother

we experience things like burnout, depression, and chronic fatigue.

becomes so consuming that the woman who once existed prior to

But also in a metaphorical sense where we become so enmeshed

the child often becomes forgotten.

in meeting the needs and desires of others that we completely fail

Becoming a mother is all about finding the balance, and marrying

to remember who we once were, or what we once found enjoyable

what once was, with what currently is as we move forward.

with regards to self care.

The Ideal Mother Myth

Learn to Say No

The ideal image of a mother as portrayed in movies, media, and

We are allowed to say no. We are allowed to propose a

television is a doting figure who is always available, ever-patient,

compromise. We are allowed to be a bit more selfish.

beautiful, poised, and always smiling. This is the picture many of

When you or your child are invited to an event and for whatever

us grow up with, when in reality, a mother is just another woman,

reason you can’t or don’t want to go you can say, “thank you for

although she is a woman of great significance.

the invitation, but we already have plans.”

A good mother is a woman to be honored, loved, revered, and

If you are asked to volunteer for a school or community event

cherished by those she cares for. But she is in reality just another

and you just don’t have it in you to commit you can say, “no I

woman. Mothers are not superheroes. We are not ‘Super Moms,’

cannot volunteer that day but thank you so much for thinking

superwoman, or super human in any way. We are women, we are

of me.”

people, we are human.

When it has been a long day and your child wants to play with

Moms have human emotions and human limits just like anyone

you, you can say, “I would love to play with you, but first I need to

else. And yet too often we see good mothers berating themselves

sit for a few minutes. I am tired, would you like to sit with me and

and judging themselves. Mothers run themselves into the ground

watch a show/read a book/listen to music and we can play later?”

to meet the impossibly high standards placed upon us by society, our families, and sometimes ourselves.

Where’s the Balance?

The point is, guilt tends to make its presence known where it doesn’t belong. Make peace with your humanness. Our comfort, our emotions, and our experiences are just as important as anyone else’s and we must first take care of ourselves. We need to model

An interesting thing begins to happen as mothers sink deep

behavior for our children to look up to, but also to ensure that we

into the self sacrificial roles we take on. Sometimes, mothers

are being tended to in the way we need to be. That way we can

begin to wear self-sacrifice as a badge of honor symbolizing our

thrive through motherhood rather than just survive it.

devotion to motherhood. Not because we are looking for attention or accolades, but because we are striving to prove that we can

Simple Steps To Shed The Martyrdom

uphold the impossible standards that have been imposed upon us.

Once we become a mommy martyr, it can take quite a bit of

In reality, our society praises the overworked woman.

undoing, but it’s all part of the journey. As moms, we need to take

As mothers we are told to give ourselves wholly to motherhood, while still being expected to contribute to society in a myriad of other ways as well. Employee, friend, caretaker, maid, driver, cook, volunteer, etc. The hats we wear are many, and there are not enough days in the year to wear them all. Work-life balance is

small steps towards rediscovering ourselves.

• Take time for yourself. Maybe that means picking up an old hobby we gave up long ago, or maybe it means discovering something completely new.

• Give Up a Little Control. Maybe we are the best cook in the

virtually non-existent and the mental load that mothers bear is a

house. Maybe we fold the laundry neater than our partner, or

burden far too heavy. This is the cost of motherhood. But it doesn’t

organize the playroom better than our children. But in an effort

have to be.

to shed some of the mental load and offload some of the

Boundary Setting One of the most compassionate things we can do for ourselves as mothers, and for those in our care is to begin setting

extra tasks, we have to make peace with the fact that allowing others to do things, even if they don’t do it our way, is often good enough.

• We have to ask for help. Many moms are so good at juggling

compassionate boundaries. Compassionate boundaries honor the

everything that we don’t even think to ask for assistance. But

needs and limitations of the individual while doing what they can to

handing off just one task can lighten the load more than we

address and respect the needs and desires of others in return. For

realize.

those who don’t often set boundaries, this can feel like a foreign concept and bring with it extensive feelings of guilt.

The problem with not setting boundaries, is that ultimately we end up giving too much. By being endlessly selfless and giving

• Wherever you are in your motherhood journey from infanthood to empty-nester, remember that you are worth it. You matter just as much as anyone else. Motherhood does not equal martyrdom.

without boundaries, we cease to exist. Both in a literal sense, as

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Give Back, Give Blood

N

ational Blood Donor Month is recognized in the month of January and as we continue to weather the on-going pandemic, there is still a high demand for blood donations. From cancer

patients in need of platelets to accident victims and other types of emergencies, blood donations ensure their very survival.

According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood.

“Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center is experiencing a critical need for blood, platelets, and COVID Convalescent Plasma to help patients in our community,” says Felisha Hall, Blood Donor Center Recruitment Coordinator-Lead at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center.

Unfortunately, donations have declined due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Those who hesitate should know that every possible precaution is taken to ensure the safety not only of those who will receive the blood, but also those donating.

In a call to action by the FDA and other federal agencies, Admiral Brett P. Giroir, M.D. Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphatically notes, “It is safe to donate blood. Part of preparedness includes a robust blood supply. Healthy individuals should schedule an appointment to donate today to ensure that blood is available for those patients who need it.”

Who can give blood?

Healthy individuals age 16 and over who weigh at least 110 pounds, and have no sign of illness can donate. There are restrictions on certain medications, blood pressure, blood count, recent tattoos, and a few other stipulations.

If you are unsure if you qualify, call 800-733-2767, or visit the Red Cross website.

Donating blood takes approximately an hour. In that hour, one pint of blood is drawn that could possibly save up to three lives.

The American Red Cross is testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies, which may help current coronavirus patients in need of convalescent plasma transfusions.

In addition to the Red Cross, many local hospitals, including Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center have donor centers with convenient hours and offer community drives.

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Plan healthy family meals on a budget 10 Tips to help you stay on track

By Dylan Roche

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n today’s tough economy, it’s more important than ever to

grocery-centric apps available for both Apple and Android

keep to a budget. But with family demands that everything

products, your shopping list has entered the 21st century. Typical

taste great and parents’ goal that it all be healthy, it’s a tall

grocery apps include such features as voice recognition to add

order to fill.

items to your list, the ability to share your grocery list with multiple

Grocery budgets are blown every day, but with a couple of quick

users (think family), barcode scanners to easily add items and

tips, you’ll be shopping like a pro, managing your bill, and keeping

check them off your list, and integrated coupons that link to

the family well-fed and healthy in no time. Just follow these simple

coupons for items you’ve added to your shopping list. You’ll need

tips to keep things in check.

to do advance work though, as most coupons need to be printed at

BUDGET GROCERY SHOPPING TIPS Shop smart with your smart phone. The capabilities of your smart phone go beyond just making calls. With numerous

home. Visit your app store and give Grocery IQ a try. It’s free!

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Add 4 cups20-30 chicken simmer. uncovered, broth to the Cook, pan, and then addfor potatoes.minutes, Bring to the pan, and then add potatoes.

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In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs,covered mustard, salt, andfridge, pepperand until wellthe milk pan in the allow combined.

Pour the egg mixture over the ingredientscombined. are pricedPour for the convenience.

You’re better off buying a egg mixture over the mixture to soak in at least hour or up to bread mixture and cover with one foil. Place mixture andthem coverand witheating foil. Place pound, andbread then trimming them at home. overnight. covered pan in the fridge, and allow the milk covered pan in the fridge, and allow the milk mixture to soak in at least one hour or up to mixture to soak in oven at least one degrees. hour or up to Preheat your to 375 Remove foil Buy your sandwich meats freshly sliced at the deli overnight. overnight. from strata and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. bread mixture and cover withuntil foil. well Place eggs, mustard, salt, and pepper pound. Salad bars are a major moneymaker for the store. Cheap

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rather than already packaged in the meat section. The cost per Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes. Allow to

your oven to 375 degrees. Remove foil 3 Preheat 3 from strata and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. fromsliced strata in and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. than for those the factory.

And don’t be afraid to ask for

pound is almost always lower cut meats and cheeses Preheat your to for 375 freshly degrees.

Remove stand for oven 10 minutes (it will deflate a bit foil coming outuncovered, of the oven), serve.

Bake, forthen 35-40 minutes. Allow to

Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes. Allow to only what you need.

Don’t bother with a fullapound if you only need stand for 10 minutes (it will deflate bit coming stand for 10 minutes (it will deflate a bit coming out of the oven), then serve. out of the oven), then serve.

Turkey Chili

What You Need What You You Need Need What Serves 6 Approximate cost: $12

1 cup onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon butter 2 medium leeks (they look like green onions on steroids), white you have plenty of storage space. A 25-pound bag of flour is a part only, butter washed & sliced 1 tablespoon great buy,1iftablespoon you do a butter lotrusset of baking and have aand place to store 4 medium cut 1-inchit.white cubes 2 medium leeks (theypotatoes, look like peeled green onions oninto steroids), medium (they look like greenbroth onions on steroids), white 4only, tolikely 6 leeks cups low-sodium chicken (bonus points if you make Otherwise,2part it will go to waste, resulting in wasted money. washed & sliced part itonly, washed & sliced yourself) 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes salt to russet taste 4 tobulk 6 cups low-sodium chicken (bonus points iffood you make Shop the section of yourbroth local health 4 to 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth (bonus points if you make pepper to taste it yourself) store orit yourself) co-op. The trick to shopping the local food co-op saltOptional: to taste ½ cup whole milk salt to on a budget?

Hittaste the bulk section! Here you’ll find dried beans, pepper to taste pepper to taste grains, pastas, rices, Optional: ½and cup even wholedried milk herbs that you can buy in tiny Optional: ½ cup whole milk

portions. This is great when you only need a teaspoon or two of

try and have upped the quality and packed their products well. You

a third.

What You Need Buy onlyWhat those products use on a daily basis and be sure Youyou Need What You Need

Be careful when you hit the warehouse clubs.

Turkey Chili Turkey Chili BUDGET DINNER

Serves 6 Approximate cost: $12

Serves 6 Approximate cost: $12

How To Cook How To Cook Cook 1 To How

1 4-ounce can green chilies 1 cup onion, chopped 1 cup1 onion, chopped tablespoon chili powder 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 garlic minced 1 ½cloves, teaspoons dried oregano 1 4-ounce can green chilies 1 4-ounce can green chiliescumin 1 ½ teaspoons ground 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon chili powder teaspoon salt 1 ½ 1teaspoons dried oregano 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano teaspoonground black pepper 1 ½½ teaspoons cumin 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin ¼ teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon 1-15 oz salt can yellow hominy, drained and rinsed ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon black 1-15 ounce canpepper black beans, drained & rinsed ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper tomatoes ounce canhominy, crushed 1-151-28 oz can yellow drained and rinsed 1-15 2-3 oz can yellow hominy, drained rinsed turkey skin and removed, 1-15 ounce canthighs, black bone-in, beans, drained & rinsedand discarded 1-15 4 ounce can black beans, drained & rinsed cups prepared rice,tomatoes preferably brown 1-28 ounce can crushed 1-28 ounce can crushed tomatoes 2-3 turkey thighs, bone-in, skin removed, and discarded 2-3 turkey thighs, bone-in, skin removed, and discarded 4 cups prepared rice, preferably brown 4 cups prepared rice, preferably brown

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Using a 4- or 5-quart slow cooker, add all ingredients except for the turkey thighs into the cooker and stir to combine. Place the skinned thighs the mixture and submerge.

Place Using a 4- orturkey 5-quart slowinto cooker, add all ingredients except forthe Using aon 4- the or 5-quart slow cooker, add all ingredients except for slowinto cooker and setand on low forcombine.

6-7 hours, or high the lid turkey thighs the cooker stir to Place the for 3the turkey thighs intothe themeat cooker and stir to combine.

Place 4 hours, or until easily from the bone.

Dothe not skinned turkey thighs into thepulls mixture and submerge.

Place the skinned turkey thighs into the mixture and submerge.

Place the remove thecooker lid during process, no matter how lid on the slow andthe setcooking on low for 6-7 hours, or high for 3lid ondelicious the slowitcooker and set on low foris6-7 hours, or high for 3smells (each time the lid 4 hours, or until the meat pulls easily fromremoved the bone.during Do notcooking, it 4 hours, or20-30 until the meatto pulls easily from the bone. Do not adds minutes the cooking cycle). remove the lid during the cooking process, no matter how remove the lid during the cooking process, no matter how delicious it smells (each time the lid is removed during cooking, it delicious it smells (each time the lid is removed during cooking, it Remove the thighs cutting board adds 20-30 minutes to to thea cooking cycle).and remove the bones. adds 20-30 minutes to the cooking cycle).

Using two forks, shred the meat and return to the cooker, along with any juices, stirring to combine.

Serve chili Remove the accumulated thighs to a cutting board andwell remove the bones.

Remove the thighs to a cutting board and remove the bones. over rice.

Using two forks, shred the meat and return to the cooker, along Using two forks, shred the meat and return to the cooker, along with any accumulated juices, stirring well to combine. Serve chili with any accumulated juices, stirring well to combine. Serve chili over rice. over rice.

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BUDGET BREAKFAST

BUDGET LUNCH

Erica’s Strata

Potato-Leek Soup

What You Need

What You Need

Serves Serves 44 Approximate Approximate cost: cost: $6.50 $6.50

Serves Serves 44 Approximate Approximate cost: cost: $7.25 $7.25

44 bread bread slices, slices, cut cut or or torn torn into into cubes cubes (leftover, (leftover, slightly slightly stale stale bread bread is is great great for for this) this) ½ ½ cup cup cheddar cheddar cheese, cheese, shredded shredded ½ ½ cup cup ham, ham, diced diced ½ ½ cup cup asparagus, asparagus, cut cut into into 1-inch 1-inch pieces, pieces, bottom bottom ends ends trimmed trimmed 11 cup cup sliced sliced mushrooms mushrooms (Optional: (Optional: Cook Cook briefly briefly in in aa sauté sauté pan pan until until just just browned browned and and liquid liquid has has been been released released for for more more flavor) flavor) 11 cup cup milk milk 66 large large eggs eggs

11 tablespoon tablespoon butter butter 22 medium medium leeks leeks (they (they look look like like green green onions onions on on steroids), steroids), white white part part only, only, washed washed & & sliced sliced 44 medium medium russet russet potatoes, potatoes, peeled peeled and and cut cut into into 1-inch 1-inch cubes cubes 44 to to 66 cups cups low-sodium low-sodium chicken chicken broth broth (bonus (bonus points points ifif you you make make itit yourself) yourself) salt salt to to taste taste pepper pepper to to taste taste Optional: Optional: ½ ½ cup cup whole whole milk milk

½ ½ teaspoon teaspoon mustard, mustard, dry dry (or (or 11 teaspoon teaspoon prepared prepared mustard) mustard) ½ ½ teaspoon teaspoon salt salt ¼ ¼ teaspoon teaspoon pepper pepper ¼ ¼ cup cup Parmesan Parmesan cheese, cheese, shredded shredded

How To Cook 1

Spray Spray an an 8-inch 8-inch square square pan pan with with non-stick non-stick cooking cooking spray. spray. Place Place the the bread bread cubes, cubes, cheddar cheddar cheese, cheese, ham, ham, asparagus, asparagus, and and mushrooms mushrooms into into the the pan pan and and toss toss well well to to combine. combine.

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In In aa separate separate bowl, bowl, whisk whisk together together the the milk, milk, eggs, eggs, mustard, mustard, salt, salt, and and pepper pepper until until well well combined. combined. Pour Pour the the egg egg mixture mixture over over the the bread bread mixture mixture and and cover cover with with foil. foil. Place Place covered covered pan pan in in the the fridge, fridge, and and allow allow the the milk milk mixture mixture to to soak soak in in at at least least one one hour hour or or up up to to overnight. overnight.

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Preheat Preheat your your oven oven to to 375 375 degrees. degrees. Remove Remove foil foil from from strata strata and and sprinkle sprinkle with with Parmesan Parmesan cheese. cheese.

Bake, Bake, uncovered, uncovered, for for 35-40 35-40 minutes. minutes. Allow Allow to to stand stand for for 10 10 minutes minutes (it (it will will deflate deflate aa bit bit coming coming out out of of the the oven), oven), then then serve. serve.

How To Cook 1

Turkey Chili

Melt Melt butter butter in in aa 4-quart 4-quart saucepan saucepan over over medium medium heat. heat. Add Add leeks leeks to to pan pan and and sauté sauté gently, gently, stirring stirring occasionally, occasionally, until until wilted wilted but but not not browned, browned, 6-8 6-8 minutes. minutes. Add Add 44 cups cups chicken chicken broth broth to to the the pan, pan, and and then then add add potatoes. potatoes. Bring Bring to to aa boil, boil, and and then then immediately immediately reduce reduce to to aa simmer. simmer. Cook, Cook, uncovered, uncovered, for for 20-30 20-30 minutes, minutes, until until potatoes potatoes are are tender. tender. Puree Puree the the mixture mixture in in aa blender blender or or food food processor processor until until smooth. smooth.

Return Return soup soup to to the the pan pan and, and, ifif necessary, necessary, add add more more chicken chicken broth broth to to achieve achieve the the consistency consistency you you like. like. Add Add the the milk, milk, being being careful careful NOT NOT to to bring bring to to aa boil boil (this (this will will cause cause the the milk milk to to separate). separate). Season Season to to taste taste with with salt salt and and pepper. pepper.

(If (If calories calories aren’t aren’t aa major major concern, concern, substitute substitute half-and-half half-and-half or or heavy heavy cream cream for for the the milk milk for for extra extra creaminess.) creaminess.)

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HEALTH CARE DIRECTORY

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hether seeking a pediatrician, dentist, orthodontist, dermatologist, urgent care center or other health care professional for your family, you’re sure to find one

in our Health Care Directory.

You can also find parent-recommended doctors and health care practices in our annual Favorite Docs listing, available online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/Favorite-Docs.

Chesapeake Dental Arts

Waugh Chapel Dental

Arnold, 410-757-6200 chesdentalarts.com

Gambrills, 410-451-9600 waughchapeldental.com We are proud to provide a state-ofthe-art facility for the highest quality dental care available. We welcome all patients as if they were family.

Same day emergency and convenient morning and evening appointments available.

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Dr. Brian Valle P.A. Millersville, 410-987-9100 drbrianvalle.com

Dr. John D. Ritter DMD and Dr. James S. Cleary DDS Annapolis, 410-267-7901 johndritterdmd.com

Eastern Shore Dental Care Chester, 443-249-8881 easternshoredentalcare.com

Edgewater Dental Arts Edgewater, 410-956-3525 edgewaterdentalarts.com

Kathryn Ehmann and Associates

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Baltimore Washington Medical Center

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Arnold, 410-647-2600 annapollendocsportal.com

Bay Area Midwifery

Mitchell Dental Care

Allergy and Asthma Center Baltimore, Bowie, Rockville 410-638-1999 premierallergist.com

Allergy and Asthma of Central Maryland Columbia, 410-730-6000 allergyasthmamaryland.com

Annapolis Allergy and Health Enhancement Center Annapolis, 410-224-5558 annapolisallergyandhealth.com

BIRTH CENTERS / MIDWIVES Anne Arundel Medical Center Women’s and Children’s Services Annapolis, 443-481-1000 aahs.org/women

Annapolis, 410-573-1094 myaamg.org/bay-area-midwifery

DENTISTRY – GENERAL About Smiles Dentistry Annapolis, 410-990-4700 aboutsmilesdentistry.com

Annapolis Comprehensive Dentistry Annapolis, 410-266-6366 annapoliscompdentistry.com Using a comprehensive patientfocused approach, our doctors thoroughly examine every patient, screening for oral cancer, analyzing the teeth, gums and jaw to evaluate and assess long-term oral care. A whole health treatment plan is customized for each patient. See our ad on page 4

Chambers Family Dentistry Annapolis, 443-214-3119 chambersfamilydentistry.com

Stevensville, 410-643-5100 kentislanddentistry.com

Edgewater, 410-956-8380 mitchelldentalcare.com

Scott Finlay DDS and Associates Arnold, 443-276-4094 annapolissmiles.com

Scott M. Smith DDS Family Dentistry Annapolis, 410-626-9680 scottmsmithdds.com

Soistman Family Dentistry Centreville, 410-690-3388 Easton, 410-412-3339 soistmanfamilydentistry.com

Strong Smiles Dental Care Edgewater, 410-956-4608 strongsmilesdental.com

Ward, Byrne and Conklin Dental Group Baltimore, Millersville 410-729-9090 wardbyrne.com

All Smiles Orthodontics Crofton, Edgewater, Severna Park, 855-862-5472 allsmilesorthodontics.com

Benkovich Orthondontics Annapolis, 410-268-1700 Kent Island, 410-643-4499 drbenkovich.com

Berkinshaw Orthodontics Annapolis, 410-266-8880 berkinshaworthodontics.com

Braces in the Park Severna Park, 410-647-0800 bracesinthepark.com

Crofton Orthodontic Associates Gambrills, 410-721-3403 docrsmartin.com

Koterwas Orthodontics California, 301-863-7424 Prince Frederick, 410-414-5588 drkoterwas.com

Labbe Family Orthodontics Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton, Greenbelt, 410-267-7300 LabbeFamilyOrtho.com Labbe Family Orthodontics is committed to providing excellent orthodontic care at the right time, for the right reason, with integrity and honesty. We are dedicated to changing lives by designing beautiful, healthy smiles in a fun, enthusiastic environment. LFO offers flexible payment options, accepts most insurance plans and offers complimentary consultations. See our ad on pages 26-27

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Allergy and Asthma Associates

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DENTISTRY – ORTHODONTISTS

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Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics Elkton, Forest Hill, Glen Burnie, Havre de Grace, Parkville 855-979-3366 mainstreetsmiles.com

Mairead O’Reilly and Associates Annapolis, 410-266-0025 annapolisortho.com

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Philbin and Reinheimer Orthodontics Annapolis, Stevensville 410-774-5829 marylandbraces.com

Specialists in Orthodontics Maryland Gambrills, 410-721-3403 specialistsinorthomd.com

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DENTISTRY – PEDIATRIC Arundel Pediatric Dental Care Millersville, 410-987-2273 arundelpediatricdentalcare.com

Berry Children’s Dental Bowie, 301-383-0959 berrychildrendental.com Providing specialized pediatric and orthodontic dentistry for children and adolescents in a “child-friendly” environment. As pediatric and orthodontic dentists, we focus on preventive care to help each child have a healthy smile that will last a lifetime.

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Naptown Smiles Annapolis, 410-224-0018 naptownsmiles.com

Kent Island Pediatric Dentistry Stevensville, 410-604-2211 kipediatricdentistry.com

Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics Elkton, Forest Hill, Glen Burnie, Havre de Grace, Parkville 855-979-3366 mainstreetsmiles.com

The Pediatric Dental Specialists Bowie, 301-262-0242 blwpds.com

Tooth Fairy Smiles Annapolis, 410-897-1931 toothfairysmiles.com

Tull, Behling, Decere Pediatric Dentistry Arnold, 410-757-5437 757kids.com

Vernon Pediatric Dentistry Severna Park, 410-544-4888 vernonpediatricdentistry.com

DERMATOLOGY Annapolis Dermatology Associates Annapolis, 410-224-2260 annapolisdermatology.com

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Calvert Family Practice Associates

Annapolis, 410-268-3887 adcdermdocs.com

Prince Frederick, 410-535-4488 calvertfamilypractice.com

Anne Arundel Dermatology

Crofton Internal Medicine

Annapolis, Easton, Glen Burnie, Hagerstown, Kent Island, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, 443-351-3376 aadermatology.com

MD Dermatology of Maryland Edgewater, 410-956-7777 mddermatology.com

FAMILY PRACTICE / INTERNAL MEDICINE Annapolis Family Medicine Annapolis, 410-280-9500 annapolisfamilymedicine.org

Annapolis, 410-266-3613 annapolisintegrativemedicine.com

Annapolis Primary Care Annapolis, 443-481-1150 aaphysicians.com

Bay Community Health West River, Shady Side, 410-867-4700 baycommunityhealth.org Bay Community Health offers Primary Care, Behavioral Health, Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance and Care Management Services at all locations. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, a variety of commercial insurances and patients without insurance.

A Sliding Fee Scale Discount Program is available to assist eligible patients. Translation services are available.

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Crossroads Medical Associates Ellicott City, 410-997-7660 crossroadsmd.com

Greater Annapolis Medical Group Annapolis, 410-573-1110 gamgdocs.com

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

Waypoint Wellness Center

Calvert Memorial Hospital

Linthicum, 410-684-3806 waypointwellnesscenter.com

Prince Frederick, 410-535-4000 calverthospital.org

Children’s National Health Center Annapolis, 410-266-6582 Laurel, 240-568-7000 Upper Marlboro, 301-297-4000 childrensnational.org

Kaiser Permanente of the Mid-Atlantic States Multiple locations in Anne Arundel County, kp.org/annearundel

University of Maryland Bowie Health Center

Kent Island Primary Care

Bowie, 301-262-5511 bowiehealthcampus.org

Maryland Primary Care Physicians Annapolis, Arnold, Bowie, Columbia, Pasadena 410-255-2700, mpcp.com

Potomac Physicians Annapolis, 410-266-1000 potomacphysicians.com

Severna Park Medical Associates Severna Park, 410-544-5900 severnaparkdoc.com

University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton Easton, 410-822-1000 umem.org

MENTAL HEALTH Amber Lassally LCSW-C LLC Arnold, 410-919-4904 amberlassally.com

Anchored Hope Therapy

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Brighter Hope Wellness Center

South River Family Medicine

Bay Crossing Family Medicine

Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center

Arnold, 410-518-9808 baycrossingfamilymedicine.com

Annapolis 443-481-1000, aahs.org

410-938-3000, sheppardpratt.org

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Chester, 410-604-6560 aaphysicians.com

Sheppard Pratt Health System

Clarksville, 410-531-8100 brighterhopewellness.com

Oasis - The Center for Mental Health Annapolis 410-571-0888 oasismentalhealth.net

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Annapolis OB-GYN Associates Annapolis, 410-573-9530 annapolisobgyn.com

Baltimore Washington Medical Center Women’s Health Associates Hanover, 410-553-8260 bwhealthservices.com/ womenshealth

Chesapeake Women’s Care Annapolis, 410-571-9700 chesapeakewomenscare.com

Comprehensive Gynecology Center Gambrills, 410-451-0076 compgyncenter.com

LSC OB/GYN LLC Annapolis, 410-266-7755 lscobgynllc.com

Premier Ob/Gyn Odenton, 301-352-4007 premierobgynllc.com

Womankind OB/GYN Associates Columbia, 410-997-6464 womankindobgyn.com

Women’s Ob/Gyn of Annapolis Annapolis, 410-224-2228 womenobgyn.com At Women Ob/Gyn of Annapolis, our group of six female OB/GYN and two nurse practitioners offer a full range of obstetric and gynecologic services to women of all ages. We are fully committed to providing the highest quality care available in a caring, compassionate manner.

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Annapolis Integrative Medicine

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BWMC - Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Primary Care & Behavioral Health No Neighbor Shall Go Without Needed Healthcare Bay Community Health is a non-profit health center serving southern Anne Arundel County and its neighboring areas for over 40 years

West River

134 Owensville Road West River, MD 20778

Shady Side

6131 Shady Side Road Shady Side, MD 20764

Primary Care: (410) 867-4700 Behavioral Health: (443) 607-1432

PEDIATRICIANS

Blossom Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Annapolis, Crofton, Edgewater, Kent Island, Severna Park, 410-263-6363 annapolispediatrics.com Annapolis Pediatrics has provided exceptional healthcare to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults for more than 70 years. We offer a variety of services to meet the needs of our patients, including evening and weekend hours, 5 convenient locations (new location in Pasadena opening in 2022), a 24/7 nurse advice Line, over 30 providers, virtual visits, lactation services, and online classes. We are available for our patients 365 days a year. It is our mission to provide Exceptional Care for Every Child. See our ad on page 2

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OPHTHALMOLOGISTS / OPTOMETRISTS Anne Arundel Eye Center Annapolis, 410-224-2010 annearundeleyecenter.com

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Kalyani Eye Care Hanover 410-782-3233 kalyanieye.com

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Bayside Pediatrics Annapolis, 410-224-7667 mybaysidepeds.com

Chesapeake Pediatrics Annapolis, 410-224-3663 chesapeakepediatrics.com

The Pediatric Group Crofton, Davidsonville, Severna Park, 410-721-2273 pediatricgroup.com

South River Pediatrics Edgewater, Dunkirk, Kent Island, 410-956-6302 southriverpediatrics.com

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Annapolis Family Physical Therapy

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he start of a school year is always a time of transition and students may need additional support services. For many, this period of transition is further amplified by the current state

of our ongoing attempts to live, learn, and adapt through the COVID era.

Parents and their children may find themselves in need of support services for a wide range of topics pertaining to academic, social emotional, or mental health related concerns. Fortunately our area is ripe with providers who are skilled at offering additional support to children, parents, and families as needed.

In-School Support With regards to in-school support, a good place to begin

Those who develop strong social and emotional skills tend to be happier, are more motivated to learn and perform better academically.

is often with your school counselor. Not only are they the most familiar with your child (aside from you as the parent or caregiver of course) but they are also able to help identify areas in need of further assistance for each child as an individual.

This could be offering academic support, 504 or IEP planning, methods of calming fears, concerns, or anxieties about returning to the classroom setting or reconnecting with peers, and various other areas of concern. The school is also a great way to find referrals for any specific need that may be better met off school property.

If your child is in need of academic support, such as tutoring, there are a myriad of options available as well. You can seek insight and referrals from teachers or school staff, or begin with a few of the options listed below.

• The Anne Arundel County Tutoring Pool lists all certified teachers in Anne Arundel County who are available to offer additional tutoring services.

• Kumon offers academic enrichment services in reading and math.

• Huntington Learning Center offers information webinars, tutoring, and test prep.

• Mathnasium offers individual math instruction for grades K through 12.

Learning Differences Start with your child’s counselor and resources at your school. If you need more help here are some places to contact.

• Specialized Educational Services Inc. sesischools.com • The Summit School thesummitschool.org

Special Education Overview by County • Anne Arundel County: aacps.org/domain/238 • Baltimore County: dci.bcps.org/department/special_education • Calvert County: wwwold.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/ special_education • Howard County: hcpss.org/special-education • Prince George’s County: pgcps.org/specialeducation

Special Needs Services In terms of special needs services ranging from speech and occupational therapy, to early intervention and assessments, listed below are a few local offerings that can help guide parents on treatment, services, and next steps.

• AACPS Special Education services offers birth to 5 services, occupational therapy, speech services, physical therapy, services for hearing impaired individuals, services for learning disabilities, and more.

• Children at Play offers occupational therapy,OT evaluations, small group OT sessions, and sensory-social groups.

• My Kids Therapy provides services for SPD, ADD/ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, seizure disorders, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays and more.

• Annapolis Children’s Therapy Center Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Hippotherapy (equine therapy).

• The Parents Place of Maryland is composed of families, professionals, and community leaders who strive to offer resources, support, and information to parents of children with disabilities and special health care needs. They offer a variety of support groups, programs, and resources for families and individuals.

Mental Health Support Mental health is something that should be discussed year round, but during times of transition and uncertainty, struggles with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns may become more prevalent. There are numerous providers available both in network and out of network. Finding a therapist, counselor, or mental health practitioner is a personal venture and often depends on a variety of things including methodology, scheduling, insurance, cost, location, and of course personal fit. Below are just a few practices to help begin your search.

• Psychology Today allows you to search for providers with

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• Park Wellness on the Eastern Shore and in Seven Park.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, one in five children and adolescents experience a mental health problem during their school years.

• Solace Family Counseling in Annapolis.

Reach Out

Regardless of what unique struggles or circumstances your family may be facing, please know that there are resources out there and people willing to help get you and your family the support you need.

Trust your gut feelings. If you feel that you or your child needs more help than what is being offered or suggested, search for additional resources. Often parents are told that their child will grow out of “it.” Most times Momma knows best, get a second

criteria such as location and insurance.

• Arundel Lodge Behavioral Health offers same day or next day

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service. Deaf services are available, as are bilingual services.

They are located in Edgewater • My Mental Health offers medication management, psychotherapy, TMS therapy, and accepts state insurance. They are located in Glen Burnie.

• Anchored Hope Therapy offers mental health therapy for children, individuals, families, and couples. Located in Annapolis.

Helping Families Process Grief

• Mirror Mental Health offers weekend and evening hours. They are located in Crofton.

• Time Organization accepts state insurance and have locations in Baltimore and Glen Burnie.

• Halcyon Wellness offers testing, evaluation, and therapy services and often assists with IEP needs in schools. They offer group intensives and individual therapy. They are located in Millersville.

• Greater Baltimore Counseling Center is in network with most insurance, and offers evaluations, medication management, and counseling. They are located in Glen Burnie and Odenton.

COVID & Vaccinations For Kids

• Psych Associates of Maryland and Maryland Psych Centers offer psychiatric services.

Basic Needs Support Meeting basic needs can be stressful especially during times of financial distress.

Systems of Care provides referrals for food, housing, utilities, crisis or emergency services, mentoring, parent training and education, eligibility screening for benefits and more.

Talking About Body Safety

Family Support Sometimes families need support to work through life’s challenges together. Below are a few practices offering family therapy.

• Remedy Counseling in Severna Park • Chesapeake Bay Psychological Services in Kent Island.

• Marna Wollman Brickman of Guiding Therapy in Annapolis.

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bbh | health notes Get Vax Facts The Learning First Alliance (LFA) has launched a new public information campaign, “The Power to Protect,” and a new website, www.getvaxfacts.org, to remind parents and guardians of the need for these routine shots and how to obtain vaccinations at no cost if needed. LFA is a coalition of 12 national education groups representing 10 million parents, teachers, support staff, principals, superintendents, school board members, and teacher educators.

This effort to encourage parents and caregivers to bring their children up to date on their vaccinations will help keep schools safe, students healthy and ready to learn, and allow for a safe return to in person classes in the fall.

Missed Vaccinations According to a recent Blue Cross Blue Shield survey, 40% of parents say their children missed vaccinations due to COVID-

Students Missing Routine, but Critical, Vaccines During Pandemic

19. Vaccines provide powerful protection against 16 serious diseases throughout a child’s lifetime and keep those diseases from spreading to others, including students, teachers, staff, and vulnerable community members.

“We know that caregivers are stressed and many have delayed doctor’s appointments or opted for telehealth appointments during the pandemic,” said Richard M. Long, executive director of the Learning First Alliance. “Childhood and adolescent vaccination rates in the United States have declined at an alarming rate as a result of missed appointments.”

Time is of the Essence Time is of the essence particularly for adolescents who may soon be eligible to receive a COVID 19 vaccine. If a COVID-19 vaccine is authorized for children 12 and older, there is an extended period (about 54 days) before, during, or after getting the vaccine when they can’t receive another vaccination. That could limit a teen’s ability to get the COVID-19 vaccine or return to school in-person if they are off-schedule with their vaccinations.

“If vaccination rates continue to fall, these diseases will return, leading to new outbreaks in schools and communities even as we are all working to have more and more students attending

N

in-person classes on a daily basis,” said Marla Ucelli-Kashyap, ew initiative helps parents and educators get more children and adolescents protected against potentially deadly diseases as they return to school buildings

During the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of children—at least

one in five—have missed critical vaccinations that keep them healthy and our communities free from disease.

Students without these vaccinations may not be eligible to return to in-person learning in the fall. Even worse, losing herd immunity could put millions of unvaccinated children and adults at risk for deadly or debilitating diseases such as measles, whooping cough and polio.

chair of the LFA board of directors and Assistant to the President for Educational Issues at the American Federation of Teachers.

“And that is the last thing anyone wants to see as we are finally gaining ground on COVID-19.”

This website, www.Getvaxfacts.org, has information on each of the 16 diseases and conditions that are protected by vaccinations for children and adolescents, charts for scheduling vaccines and information on how to obtain a free vaccination. The website is part of a larger campaign to engage educators to help publicize the need for routine childhood vaccines and dangers of going without, including podcasts with leading experts speaking about the challenges.

Learn more at www.getvaxfacts.org.

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AT WHAT AGE SHOULD MY CHILD SEE AN ORTHODONTIST? According to the American Association of Orthodontists, 7 years old is the perfect age for a child’s first orthodontic screening—about the same time many kids get their first adult molars. Why so young you ask? Because at that age it is easier to correct any concerning issues while the mouth is still growing and the body can adapt to changes. In most cases, you can prevent relatively simple problems turning into major ordeals by intervening with early orthodontic treatment, also known as Phase I Treatment.

Early orthodontic screening also leaves room for planning. Whether or not a child receives immediate treatment, the doctors at Labbe Family Orthodontics can start to monitor your child’s development by scheduling regular and timely appointments. For example, we may ask you to come in every 6-8 months for one of our doctors to give a thorough oral exam. This way, we can administer the right treatment at the right time allowing the child will get the most out of it. Don’t worry… there is NO CHARGE until the actual treatment begins.

Plus, we have FUN! We love getting to know our families and building relationships! We go above and beyond to make sure that your child has a memorable, comfortable and enjoyable orthodontic journey.

WHEN IS EARLY INTERVENTION OR PHASE I TREATMENT NECESSARY? There are a few stand out reasons that Phase I treatment would be beneficial. For example, if the patient has: •A crossbite •An underbite •Thumb or finger sucking habit •Consistent mouth breathing •An overbite or overjet

•Severe crowding of the teeth •Premature loss of baby teeth or missing permanent teeth •A tongue thrust

Our goal is to prevent the extraction of permanent teeth. With Phase I treatment, we are often able to create the room necessary or correct the issues that would warrant extractions.

WHAT IS THE AVERAGE TREATMENT TIME FOR PHASE I TREATMENT? Typically, treatment time for Phase I is about a year. If the patient is cooperative, has good hygiene and takes care of the appliances, treatment will go smoothly and the necessary corrections can be made in 12 – 15 months. After active Phase I treatment, a retainer is worn to maintain arch width and hold the teeth in place while the permanent teeth are erupting. What’s really cool is that we can see our “Resting Phase” patients while they are at home using our latest “Dental Monitoring” technology. This saves you time and trips to the office by monitoring growth and development remotely.

HOW CAN I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT? We offer complimentary consultations and would LOVE to see you. You can reach Labbe Family Orthodontics at 410-267-7300 or by visiting our website at www.labbefamilyortho.com. There are four locations to serve you: Annapolis, Crofton, Bowie and Greenbelt. At Labbe Family Orthodontics we accept most insurance plans, have interest free financing and can work with most budgets. We never want finances to get in the way of a beautiful smile!

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bbh | health notes

Minimizing Food Allergies BABIES NEED VARIETY IN THEIR FOOD

B

abies are not born with food allergies, they develop

a baby’s digestive tract as early as possible to minimize food

over time. Food allergies in the United States have

allergies. The guidelines also urge for a variety of complementary

doubled every single decade for the last 30 years.

foods every day. Diet diversity is great for babies and is a key early

New guidelines from the USDA and American

habit in lifelong, healthy eating.

Academy of Pediatrics hope to reduce the instances of allergies in children.

While all babies are at risk of developing a food allergy, some of

Important Steps to Take By taking some simple-yet-important steps, USDA guidelines

the most common high-risk factors include eczema, delaying the

suggest that introducing common allergens regularly can help your

introduction of common allergens, presence of other food allergies,

baby from developing a food allergy.

and family history. For example, babies with eczema are more than

Food is best introduced to a baby by eating and entering their GI

600% more likely to develop a food allergy because broken skin

tract during early infancy (e.g., 4 to 6 months of age when a baby

(due to the eczema) are more likely to experience topical exposure

shows readiness for solid foods).

to food products in the environment (peanut dust, etc.).

Introduce Allergens Early Science has proven that the early introduction of common food

• Don’t delay food introduction. Research shows that if a parent delays potential allergen introduction after a baby is 12 months, the baby’s risk of food allergy sensitization increases by up to 400%. If they wait until 18 months, the risk is up to 700%.

allergens to babies reduces the instances of food allergies. Eggs, peanuts, hazelnuts and seafood can all be fed safely to babies

If you are worried your child might have food allergies, take

beginning at four to six months. Other common allergenic foods

this Allergy Quiz recommended by Dr. Wendy Swanson, Chief

include wheat, soy, cow milk products, tree nuts, and crustacean

Medical Director of SpoonfulOne, a leading communication and

shellfish.

health translation for clinicians and parents to protect against the

If a child is allergic, the reaction will begin within two hours of eating the food. The goal is to get as many types of food into

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development of food allergies. spoonfulone.com/pages/allergenquiz-landing

HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS & RESOURCES

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BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center 443-481-6977 aahs.org/events Breastfeeding Basics classes offered virtually. Other educational resources available: Breastfeeding Support Group, Back to Work Breastfeeding Support, Breastfeeding for the Working Mother and Breast Pump rentals.

Breastfeeding Works 410-533-5343 breastfeedingworks.com Certified lactation consultant leads support groups and provides instruction.

La Leche League of MD-DE-DC lllofmd-de-dc.org

Groups offer virtual meetings, as well as telephone and email support, for breastfeeding parents and their families.

211md.org Information and referrals for a variety of health and human service issues.

Lactation Support Group at BWMC

Anne Arundel County Crisis Warmline

410-595-1782 uums.org/bwmc Breastfeeding/lactation support classes offered virtually and led by a nurse educator.

410-768-5522 aamentalhealth.org/ pr_warmline.cfm A 24/7 number to reach resources for support and services for Anne Arundel County residents, through the county Mental Health Agency.

Family Birth Center at Calvert Memorial Hospital 410-414-4819, 410-414-5414 calverthospital.org Virtual Eclasses in Childbirth, Understanding Breastfeeding, and Baby Care Basics.

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COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS Looking for more health-related resources and services? Contact your local health department.

• Anne Arundel County Health Department: 410-222-7095 • Calvert County Health Department: 410-535-5400 • Howard County Health Department: 410-313-6300 • Prince George’s County Health Department: 301- 883-7879 • Queen Anne’s County Health Department: 410-758-0720

Calvert County Crisis Helpline 410-535-1121 301-855-1075 Teen Helpline: 410-257-2216 calverthealth.org/personalhealth/ crisisintervention Crisis hotline available through the Calvert County Health Department Crisis Intervention Center.

Howard County Grassroots Crisis Intervention 410-531-6677 410-531-6006 grassrootscrisis.org Open 24/7 for crisis services for adults and youth. Also helps operate the Mobile Crisis Team that responds to behavioral health crises in Howard County.

Maryland Poison Center 800-222-1222 mdpoison.com Expert advice on treating and preventing poisonings and overdoses.

Parenting HelpLine 800-243-7337 familytreemd.org Confidential information, referral and support 24/7 for parents and caregivers to prevent child abuse.

Staffed by The Family Tree and trained volunteers.

Prince George’s County Crisis Response Center 301-429-2185 thesantegroup.org/ prince-georges-county-crisis Crisis services for those ages 4 and older who need a counselor in Prince George’s County.

Sexual Assault Crisis Center and Hotline 410-222-6800 aahealth.org/sexual-assault-crisiscenter-and-hotline A 24/7 hotline for victims of rape, sexual assault and sexual abuse with victim advocates and short-term professional counseling available.

YWCA Domestic Violence Hotline 410-222-6800, ywca.org Number to call for a safe, secure connection to a trained advocate in Anne Arundel County.

HOSPITAL RESOURCES Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Support Groups aahs.org/wellness Support groups covering perinatal loss, postpartum depression, diabetes, Down syndrome, Lyme disease and other health concerns.

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Support Groups 410-553-8103 umms.org/bwmc/community/ classes-events/support-groups Support groups for different health challenges.

Johns Hopkins Medicine Support Groups hopkinsmedicine.org/about/ community_health/johns-hopkinsbayview/support_groups.html Health care support groups, including Alzheimer’s Caregivers, breast cancer, gastric bypass surgery, stroke, and burn support.

Shore Regional Health Support Groups umms.org/shore/health-services/ cancer/support/groups Virtual support group meetings available for cancer, caregivers, and breast cancer.

BEREAVEMENT/HOSPICE Chesapeake Life Center 410-987-2129,

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888-501-7077 chesapeakelifecenter.org Support groups and counseling for adults and children who have experienced loss, including infant loss, late-term pregnancy loss.

State network of centers providing free, comprehensive services for parents and children birth to age 3, including health education and referral, peer support and parent education.

Calvert Hospice

Kinship Care

410-535-0892 calverthospice.org Support programs for family members, including children, grieving the death of a loved one and care for those living with a serious, lifethreatening illness.

dhr.maryland.gov/foster-care/ kinship-care State support and information for caregivers of grandchildren, siblings and others who are related but not a biological child.

Gilchrist Hospice 888-823-8880 gilchristcares.org Grief support and counseling services in Central Maryland for families who have suffered a loss.

Hospice of the Chesapeake 410-987-2003 877-462-1101 hospicechesapeake.org Support and guidance for families in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties coping with a life-limiting illness in a child or other family member and counseling for children grieving a loss.

University of Maryland Center for Infant and Child Loss 410-706-5062, infantandchildloss.org Grief support, counseling, workshops and special events for families who have experienced infant and child loss.

PARENTING/FAMILY SUPPORT Changing Focus 410-721-0992 changingfocus.org Professionally led groups for adults experiencing marital separation or divorce, death of a spouse or looking to build healthier relationships.

Meets in Crofton and Columbia/ Ellicott City.

Family Support Centers 410-659-7701 marylandfamilynetwork.org

Moms for Mental Health momsformentalhealth.com Promoting awareness and support for mental health and wellness.

Online support and weekly chats available.

National Family Resiliency Center 410-740-9553 divorceabc.com Support for families going through changes such as marriage, separation, divorce or remarriage.

Parenting seminars in Howard and Prince George’s counties, programs for co-parenting parents and to help children and teens. Other services available.

Parenting Helpline

of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Systems of Care 410-222-7423 aacounty.org Connects children, youth and their families to appropriate community resources. A program of the Anne Arundel County Partnership for Children, Youth and Families and Anne Arundel County Public Schools.

YWCA

410-768-9100 ppmd.org Workshops, links to resources and other special education and health information for parents of children with special needs.

SPECIAL NEEDS

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

The Arc of Central Chesapeake

Al-Anon/Alateen

410-269-1883 thearcccr.org Family and children’s services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities including educational advocacy, resource guides, employment training, and financial assistance.

PFLAG of Annapolis/ Anne Arundel County

Autism Speaks

pflagmd.org General meetings, trans-parent support, play groups for trans and gender creative kids, and other gatherings for families and allies

The Parents’ Place of Maryland

Pathfinders for Autism

Autism Society of America Baltimore-Chesapeake:

PFLAG of Columbia/ Howard County

410-647-1503, ciscocenter.org Support groups, services and information for children and families with special needs.

Annapolis and Anne Arundel County: 410-626-7800; hotline 410-222-6800, annapolisywca.org Programs, services and support to help empower women and eliminate racism.

800-243-7337 familytreemd.org A toll-free hotline for resources and referrals from The Family Tree, which offers free parenting and family programs and services in Maryland to help prevent child abuse and neglect.

pflagannapolis.org Support and resources for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community, their families, friends, and allies. Support groups for teens and friends/family, events, legal and health resources.

Cisco Center

410-655-7933 baltimoreautisimsociety.org Support group meetings and other social and educational events.

Howard County: 410-290-3466, howard-autism.org

202-955-3111 autismspeaks.org/ national-capital Serves MD, VA, and DC to support individuals across the spectrum of autism and related conditions.

Autism Spectrum Support Group of Southern Maryland autismsupport-somd.org Events, workshops, forums and meetings in St. Mary’s, Charles and Calvert counties.

443-330-5341 pathfindersforautism.org Free programs and services plus resource referrals to help improve the lives of people with autism and their caregivers.

410-766-1984 md-al-anon.org Support groups throughout Anne Arundel County for family and friends of alcoholics.

Anne Arundel County Substance Abuse Treatment Referral 410-222-0117 aahealth.org Referrals available weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Families Anonymous Annapolis 443-520-0268 faannapolis.weebly.com Supports families and friends concerned about addictive behavior of those they are close to.

HC DrugFree 443-325-0040 hcdrugfree.org Support and resources for parents and teens in Howard County to combat use of illegal substances.

Narcotics Anonymous NA.org. All ages meet in different locations on different days to help each other stay clean To add a resource here please email ClaireK@jecoannapolis.com.

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