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September ‘19

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FEATURE ARTICLES

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What Makes Grandparents Truly Grand The multi-generational value of grandparent bonds

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Kids in the Kitchen Part two of a three-part series on cooking with kids

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Does Your Baby Need Chiropractic Care?

Adjusting an infant's spine may help with a whole host of health challenges

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Editor’s Notes

8 The New Domesticity

Vintage life hacks for simplicity and satisfaction

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Renaissance Dad The Real Caesarean

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EDITOR'S NOTES

Lean in to Loving Your Baby Isn’t it funny how the smallest people in our lives make the biggest impact? A baby truly changes everything—our health, our finances, our emotional capacity, maybe even our biology. And our level of life satisfaction can’t help but be affected. We traditionally regard the birth of a baby as a joyous event, but some parents experience postpartum depression, financial setbacks and relationship strain as direct results of childbearing. At least one study found that new parents in Germany reported lower happiness levels after having a baby (shockingly lower than other research participants who had experienced unemployment, death of a spouse or divorce). Clearly, a baby is a big deal. But could our own attitudes toward parenting set us up to relish, rather than fear or even disdain, the experience?

Celebrated pediatrician Dr. Jay Gordon writes in his introduction to actress and PhD Mayim Bialik’s 2012 book, “Beyond the Sling,” “Parenting is a lot of work. My advice: don’t shy away from it. Instead, attach yourselves. Wrap your lives around your newborns’ lives and rhythms and realize that, rather than returning to ‘normalcy,’ this is the new normal.” And perhaps that’s the point.

A baby can change everything, including us. “Try to just plain love the increasing responsiveness and the extra eye contact and the teeny attempts your baby makes to smile at you in those first few weeks,” Dr. Gordon goes on. “Get absolutely delighted when those tiny (gassy?) smiles turn into big purposeful grins at you in the fifth or sixth or seventh week. Love the poop. Love the poop?! Yes, even the poop!”

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Don’t expect to be the same after you’ve leaned in and loved that fiercely and freely.

In this month’s annual baby issue, read one dad’s humorous recollection of his baby’s caesarean birth on page 10 and about how infants can benefit from chiropractic care on page 22. And remember, as Dr. Gordon encourages, “A parent’s instincts will guide you and even comfort and reassure you better than the advice of any doctor, grandparent, or friend.”

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THE NEW DOMESTICITY

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By Julianna Lawson

Vintage Life Hacks

They were only three little words written at the end of a

paragraph, but they immediately influenced my housekeeping routine. I was immersed in a 1950s Barbara Pym novel. Mildred Lathbury, ready to tackle a messy kitchen, grimly noticed that “the plate rack needed scrubbing and the tea cloths boiling.” I was jolted to the present. The tea cloths boiling? Why, of course! The perfect way to kill bacteria! Since that serendipitous read, I have been boiling my dish cloths regularly. Thank you, Barbara Pym.

baking soda, and lemon. (I add vinegar to my rag-boiling water.)

Whether scrubbing the sink or giving the mirrors a shine, try these eco-friendly solutions, giving a wink back in time to your greagrandmother.

Such tricks are like vintage life hacks, those aces in the hole that give us a sense of simplicity and satisfaction. As we step into September, family life begins anew in many ways: a new season, new schools, and the many activities that accompany such changes. Let’s glean some old-fashioned advice in the areas of home and health, navigating our way toward a successful September.

Another “vintage value” is that of giving each day its specific work.

You may be familiar with the old routine: “Wash on Monday, Iron on Tuesday . . .” Following a simple housekeeping schedule gives a sense of rhythm to family life. Children who feel anxious about school may find comfort in knowing what to expect at home. One helpful practice is to guide your child in preparing for the next day, whether it’s laying out school clothes or setting the breakfast table.

Lucy Maud Montgomery gives an inspiring image of this wisdom in “Pat of Silver Bush”: “The table had been laid in the dining-room the night before. How pretty it looked, with its sparkling glass and its silver candlesticks and tall slender candles like moonbeams.”

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Our foremothers were resourceful when it came to general house cleaning. While we may stroll the store aisles to find any number of expensive, ingredient-heavy cleaning solutions, our mamas stuck with what they had, and with impressive results, too: salt, vinegar,

We, too, can seek restful, wholesome simplicity. Set aside screenfree quiet time each day, both for you and your child. Your child may have outgrown naptime, but the need for rest is still essential.

Sweeten the deal with a snack and a stack of books, set the timer for 15 minutes, and invite your child to sit in her room without

Several years ago, my siblings and I spent time in Austria. While there, we realized that restaurant smoking regulations were not what we had grown accustomed to in the States. Our clothes often smelled of smoke, yet we didn’t have a convenient way to wash them. So we hung our clothes on our apartment balcony, the fresh Alpine air working wonders. By morning, our clothes smelled fresh, and we felt quite like Johanna Spyri’s “Heidi,” delighting in the benefits of cleansing air. Since then, I have often employed this laundry system, rigging a clothesline to sunbleach bedding or freshen dry-clean-only garments.

As our schedules accelerate, it’s wise to be mindful of our health and well-being. We know the benefits of balanced meals and regular exercise. While focusing on these essentials, keep in mind, too, that our minds and bodies need rest. This value shines through the 1849 wagon trail diary of Catherine Haun, as described in “Women’s Diaries of the Westward Journey” by Lillian Schlissel: “We did not keep late hours but . . . we enjoyed the hour around the campfire. . . . We listened to readings, storytelling, music and songs . . .”

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noisy distractions. She may resist for the first several attempts; but gently keep at it, perhaps starting with just 5 minutes at a time.

You will all benefit from the peace of stillness.

Keep a few cozy-themed parenting hacks in your arsenal for the days when your child is feeling especially tired or frustrated. Share a hot cup of tea, vintage nursery style: “cambric” tea was often given to children in the Victorian era. Mostly heated milk with a splash of tea and sugar, the child felt quite comforted by his sophisticated drink.

I’ll leave you with one more classically cozy solution. Quite literally, it is the gift of warmth. Lindsay Clark, Vancouver native and founder of HandMade Heat, claims, “a warm embrace quickly reduces anxiety.” Like our foremothers, Clark uses simple materials— cotton, vintage linen and grain—to handcraft heat packs that “combine heat and weight . . . [to] mimic that wonderful effect” and help parents and kids alike with anxiety, cramps, and aches and pains. Find HandMade Heat on Etsy @simplyhandmadeheat.

Julianna Lawson and her husband Jamie make their home in Vancouver with their four children, ages 14 to 21. While her kids may have outgrown cambric tea, they still enjoy a warm and cozy drink at the end of a busy September day.

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RENAISSANCE DAD

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By Perry P. Perkins

My wife and I had our first (and only) daughter via “Caesarean” (from the ancient Latin words Caes meaning “be ready to sell your house” and Arean meaning “to slice open like a haggis”).

Understand, we didn’t plan it that way. We rushed off to the hospital with everything we owned except our credit cards, driver licenses, and shoes, just like every other first timer, expecting our child to come into the world via the traditional Play-Doh funfactory-of-life method.

But, after approximately 784 hours of labor without a single bathroom break (at least for me. I can’t speak for my wife, or what went on under that sheet, and I’m not asking!), the doctor told us that, for the safety of the baby, we might want to consider it.

Grown men would be fainting in the theater.

I always thought, based on my faith in the realism of American television, that they simply made a small incision, and gently lifted out a tiny baby cradled in both hands.

FYI: American television lies.

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People have asked me, “Was it a little scary?” No, it wasn’t a little scary. It was scarier than watching all the “Nightmare on Elm Street” movies put together . . . alone . . . in the woods . . . while tripping. Seriously, next Halloween, Hollywood should release “Caesarean Part One: It Came from Inside!”

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At that point, if they had suggested sending in a Saint Bernard with a barrel of whiskey strapped around its neck, I’m pretty sure we would have agreed.

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First, they make a cut that you could drive a minivan through, then the doctor reaches in, grabs onto the legs, or tentacles, of whatever slimy thing is squirming around inside and begins a protracted game of tug-of-war with Mother Nature.

I have put less pressure on a torque wrench trying to loosen a rusted engine bolt than that doctor was applying on my daughter.

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three nurses lined up behind him like Sherpas trying to haul a water buffalo back up over a cliff.

Seriously, if the baby had let go suddenly, I’m pretty sure he would have launched her into the parking lot.

Purely on reflex, I glanced over the top of the magic curtain they’d set up to keep my wife from seeing the cage-match happening on the other side, to see if they were mistakenly trying to pull out her spine.

In retrospect, that was an . . . unwise . . . decision on my part.

As a religious person, I hold as an article of faith that God gave us skin for the express reason of hiding our icky parts from one another’s view. If we could all just walk around seeing each other’s livers and spleens and slimy internal doohickeys all willy-nilly, people would never be in the same room together, much less procreate, and humanity would have ended with Adam and Eve. Needless to say, I was unprepared for a front-row view of my wife’s open tummy, or that I would see parts! continued on page 12

I just came here to see a beautiful baby that, hopefully, wouldn’t have my nose. Instead, I’m suddenly living out "Alien III" and trying not to think about the hospital r avioli I had for lunch.

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Renaissance Dad: The Real Caesarean (cont'd) continued from page 11

I just came here to see a beautiful baby that, hopefully, wouldn’t have my nose. Instead, I’m suddenly living out "Alien III" and trying not to think about the hospital ravioli I had for lunch.

There should have been a disclaimer to sign: “Mr. Perkins, by signing this release you agree to view the inside icky parts of your wife, which God in His wisdom has hidden from view, and which will haunt your dreams until the sweet release of death. If you do not wish to see icky parts, you agree to be physically restrained to your chair, and possibly have your eyeballs removed prior to the procedure . . .”

(I’d have signed up for eyeball removal on the spot.)

Now, I know what you’re saying. “C’mon, Chef Perry, the human body is a miracle, a wondrous and beautiful thing!”

And I completely agree . . . on the outside.

So, anyway, here’s the doctor, grunting and sweating like he’s trying to haul little Timmy out of the well, while I’m trying my best not to walk into the bright light at the end of the tunnel, and my wife, whose parts are just sitting there on display like the deli counter at Walmart, is clutching my numb and bloodless hand, and asking me what I see.

And that’s when it hit me. There was a reason that, historically, only someone who had made it through eight years of medical training, and had become immune to the sight of parts, had been allowed in operating rooms, while the rest of us normal people had to stay in waiting rooms smoking and reading golf magazines, as God intended.

But there I was, and I’m proud to say that I answered her question like the devoted and loving husband I am.

Yeah . . . I lied.

Perry P. Perkins is a third-generation chef, award-winning writer, and culinary instructor. He lives with his family in Longview, and operates the MY KITCHEN Outreach Program, for at-risk and under-served youth. His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including sixteen “Chicken Soup for the Soul” anthologies. He is also a recurring guest-chef on AM Northwest. More of Perry’s work can be found on Amazon at www.perryperkinsbooks.com, and his cooking blog at www. chefperryperkins.com.

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Feature: What Makes Grandparents Truly Grand

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have many fond memories of running inside my grandparents’ house, and raiding the cupboard for grandma’s homemade spritz cookies before my sister and I started building a fort in the basement. I can hear my grandfather’s laugh and the tender way he used to call me “honey” and I still remember the feeling of anticipation as we embarked on our epic Easter egg hunts in their yard. Being with my grandparents as a kid brought me comfort and security, and it helped build a lifelong connection to them, one that I’ve had the privilege of nurturing well into my adult years. Grandparents truly are grand in many ways, and their ability to love their grandkids unconditionally is a treasured gift.

Surrounding children with a grandparent’s love and wisdom is beneficial in many ways.

Positive Impact All Around When grandparents play a key role in the lives of their grandchildren, the benefits are multifaceted. Stephanie Cahill, licensed mental health counselor associate at LifeCast Counseling shares, “When grandparents have a key role in the lives of their grandchildren, the benefits can extend not only to the children, but also to the parents and grandparents. Oftentimes, grandparents feel less pressure to ‘get it all right’ than they did as parents. With more life experience comes a broader perspective and the opportunity to not ‘sweat the small stuff.’ All three can mutually benefit from an inter-generational

influence on each other. This helps establish and maintain healthy attachment bonds within families and fosters empathy for people different from oneself, and a sense of self-worth, all of which are correlated with positive outcomes for children as they develop, and for adults throughout their lives.”

Shari Syron, a Vancouver-area grandmother of two, shares that being around her ‘grandloves’ brings incredible happiness.

She describes the benefits to be emotional, social, physical, intellectual, and spiritual. Five years ago, she was diagnosed with a progressive disease, and while medications have helped, Syron shares that her best medicine is her grandloves. “Grandloves bring so much joy. They give special hugs and loves like no one else.

My focus is on the blessings the future holds for these little ones instead of the concern of what the future holds for me physically,” she shares.

Theresa Vienhage, another Vancouver grandmother of three, explains that being with her grandkids on a regular basis keeps her mentally sharp. “Being a grandparent improves our mental wellbeing. It’s the best feeling in the world, like no other. They sure keep us on our toes and there is never a dull moment when they are here. They keep us sharp and alive. Being in our grandkid’s lives whether daily, weekly or monthly is very rewarding. We see continued on next page

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their excitement when they enter and they see our excitement, too.”

Sharon Franklin, a Hazel Dell grandmother of two, has grandkids that live in southern California. She and her husband’s priority are

to see the children five to six times a year, but they stay involved as much as possible through technology. She shares that it’s important to keep the connection going in any way possible. “We frequently send them things in the mail . . . just small things like new markers or an article they might like or pictures we’ve found.

We try to focus on their interests—arts and crafts materials, or books and CDs—rather than toys. It’s a good way to remind them of us! When we are together, we try to reminisce about other visits and tell stories of other times we’ve been together. We work hard at creating new memories we can talk about in the future. Maybe we do a certain activity or go to a certain place that they only go to with us.”

Grandparents Bring Something Unique Parents are an integral part of the growth and development of a child, but grandparents can be true heroes when it comes to helping raise a child. Grandparents who are present and interested in the lives of their grandchildren give that child the security of knowing that they have another person who loves and cares for them deeply. This is a priceless gift that a child can take on their journey of figuring continued on page 16 www.vancouverfamilymagazine.com • September 2019

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out the world. Grandparents can impart wisdom and can serve as a cheerleader and advocate for both the child and the parent.

Cahill explains, “It’s so important to remember that you as a grandparent have something to offer your grandchildren that no one else can—yourself! Take the time (even small amounts) to get to know each other, and don’t be afraid to just hang out together.

They usually just want to be with you. They will feel valued and loved, and so will you.”

Taking an Active Role Vienhage explains that her role as a grandparent is one to be cherished. She says, “Our role as grandparents is to provide a safe, fun and stable environment for them. We provide unconditional love and are their biggest fans. We play, calm, and teach them when needed. Grandparents are like a security blanket. They trust us and they always know that we are on their side.” She also explains that being a helpful and supportive part of their education and activities is also a great way to establish a strong bond. That means attending events when possible, like their games or music lessons. “Encourage and support their selfconfidence. Make them feel needed and wanted at all times and try to look for opportunities to help them grow and deal with life,” she shares.

Making the Most of Each Moment Each grandparent-grandchild relationship is different and building a connection takes time. It requires flexibility and patience to become acquainted with each other’s personalities. Vienhage says, “I get right down to their level. And I mean down to the ground, literally. We have a zest for life, we go on adventures and have lots of laughs. We have our own sets of routines and rituals different from their home, but we still follow guidelines that they have at home.”

For grandparents who live far away from grandkids, these tips can help establish a special bond and connection.

• Video call regularly Text videos and photos of each other to share fun events or celebrate milestones that may be missed in person Parents can keep a photo book of the grandparents and look at it frequently with their children Grandparents can have a special nickname for the child that only they use, so it connects specifically to them Do wacky and fun things with the grandkids when you’re together, so they can remember those things and associate them with you Pay for a magazine subscription for the child so they are reminded of you each time it arrives in the mail

When it comes to investing in the lives of a grandchild, Syron advises that no grandparent miss out on the opportunity of being involved.

“Being with your grandchildren is one of the best gifts you can have and one they will remember.”

A lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, Brooke Strickland is a full-time freelance writer and social media specialist. She is also the co-author of “Hooked on Games,” a book about technology and gaming addiction. When taking a break from writing, she can be found reading a historical fiction novel on her front porch swing, trying a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending time with her husband and two kids. Visit her website at brookestrickland.org.

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Feature: Kids in the Kitchen, Part 2

Kids in the Kitchen E X PA N D I N G H O R I Z O N S

Part Two of a Three-part Series on Cooking with Kids

By Chef Perry P. Perkins

After years of teaching kids to cook for themselves and their families, I’ve learned that there are those who are happy with omelets, and chicken breasts, and mashed potatoes, but there are others who, once mastering the basics, quickly become bored with “regular food,” and need to branch out into new culinary adventures to keep their interest.

If you’ve got one of those budding chefs in your home, even as young as age 5, try these steps to take them to the next level, all of which I’ve done with my own daughter (AKA Pickle). With a little flexibility and patience, it can be a fun exercise in life skills and making memories.

Before we get started . . .

Chef’s Note: when it stops being fun, stop!

You’re not teaching at Le Cordon Bleu, so tell your inner Iron Chef to lighten up!

Forcing a kid to cook will only get you the opposite of what you’re shooting for—a lifetime peanut butter and ramen eater.

Give them a little time to forget those burned brownies, or soggy rice, and their

Photos courtesy of the author.

Pickle making Joloff Rice at age 6 (left) and 10 (right).

natural curiosity will bring them back to the kitchen.

Read Part One of Chef Perry’s “Kids in the Kitchen” at

VancouverFamilyMagazine.com/ Also, don’t let your own bias become theirs! If they pick kids-in-the-kitchen-1 a recipe that calls for an ingredient that doesn’t appeal to you . . . suck it up! The whole idea here is to broaden their horizons (and I recommend searching under the it might not hurt to stretch ours a wee bit, “images” tab, and find a dish that kiddo as well!). likes the look of, before continuing to find a recipe.

So, place your tongue firmly in your teeth, accept that the kitchen is going to be a 5. Search for the name of the recipe you’ve mess, and have some fun! chosen, say Jollof Rice (see sidebar on page 20). Pickle and I like to find out a Here we go . . . little about the history of our recipe in its native country, how it’s prepared there, Decide on a protein (chicken, steak, and any other interesting facts about the ground beef, salmon, pork roast, etc.). ingredients or techniques.

Okay, it doesn’t have to be meat, but I’ve found that those recipes are easier to find in the following steps. You can certainly begin with a vegetarian/vegan main ingredient, as well.

Help junior jot down some notes. Here’s what I found on Jollof Rice:

2. Let kiddo pick a country. I have a huge map of the world* on our dining room wall, but a globe, atlas, or even an online map would work just as well.

Jollof Rice, also called ‘Benachin,’ meaning one pot in the Wolof language, is a popular dish all over West Africa. The dish consists of rice, tomatoes and tomato paste, onion, salt, and spices to which optional ingredients can be added such as vegetables, meats, and fish. (Wikipedia)

3. Google: “(name of country) (protein) Recipes.” EX: “Brazilian Chicken Recipes” (9,840,000 results). If you have other specific ingredients you want to use, like rice, or tomatoes, add them in the search, as well.

6. Together, collect the ingredients, discarding or replacing those that are too spicy, too expensive, or too obscure, and (together) prepare the dish. Try to keep the dish as authentic as possible, but it still needs to be something your child can eat.

4. Together, cull through the search results, until you find one that sounds good.

7. When the rest of the family or friends arrive, let kiddo give a short presentation of what we’re having for dinner, and then continued on page 20

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8. Remember the three most important ingredients in kid cooking: praise, praise, and praise!

Most of all have fun!

Note: I have a daughter, but if I had a son, I would do the same. Let’s put it this way: when I was 25, my sole redeeming feature was my ability to cook really good food . . . and I married way out of my league. If

nothing else, parents, think of it as your son’s “Failure to Launch” insurance, down the road!

Perry P. Perkins is a third-generation chef, award-winning writer, and culinary instructor.

He lives with his family in Longview, and operates the MY KITCHEN Outreach Program, for at-risk and under-served youth. He writes about his adventures in the kitchen and as a husband and father in Vancouver Family Magazine’s monthly column, Renaissance Dad. Find Chef Perry’s age-appropriate recipes for kids at www.joinmykitchen.com.

*We place a pin in each country we “visit” and keep a journal of each recipe and our notes. This obviously isn’t necessary, but it’s a lot of fun. Pickle and I have a goal to cook from every country in the world . . . we’re up to 26!

Chef Perry’s Jollof Rice When I lived on the Jos plateau in Nigeria, this was one of my favorite dishes. I learned to make it from an amazing local house-cook, and friend, named Samson. I’ve had it with everything from shrimp, to crayfish, to goat (my personal favorite). One of the original “one pot” dishes, jollof rice is a legendary dish found in all parts of West Africa.

For the sake of more American-traditional palettes, here’s a ubiquitous recipe using chicken and shrimp. For those with shellfish allergies, omit the shrimp and double the amount of chicken.

INGREDIENTS 1/2 medium yellow onion, minced 8 oz. fire roasted tomato sauce 1/4 cup palm oil or peanut oil 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice 1 tsp. chicken base (optional) 1 tsp. each sea salt, black pepper, and curry powder 1/2 Tbsp. each paprika, ground ginger, and minced fresh garlic 2 cups chicken stock 1/2 scotch bonnet pepper* (optional if serving to kids), minced 2 small red bell peppers, seeded and sliced 2 small green bell peppers, seeded and sliced 1/2 pound salted and grilled chicken legs and wings 1/2 pound medium shrimp, raw peeled, and lightly salted.

Crushed salted peanuts, for garnish (optional)

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INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Rinse the rice 3 times in cold water, until the water runs clear. Allow to drain.

Over medium heat, sauté onion, bell peppers, scotch bonnet, and spices in oil until softened. Add tomato sauce and stir to combine.

Salt and grill chicken until just done. Set aside.

In a 9”x13” baking dish, combine your sauce with all remaining ingredients (except chicken and shrimp) and stir so that everything is fully combined.

Cover tightly with a double layer of aluminum foil paper and bake for 1 hour.

Remove rice from oven, uncover, and stir in the chicken and shrimp.

Re-cover and return to oven for 10 more minutes.

Remove dish from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes. still covered. (Your shrimp should be cooked through by now.)

Remove foil and fluff with a fork, mixing evenly.

Garnish with crushed peanuts and serve hot. *I strongly suggest wearing disposable gloves when working with scotchbonnets (trust me!). Immediately scrub any cutting board or utensils that the peppers have touched in very hot water.

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Feature: Does Your Baby Need Chiropractic Care?

Does Your Baby Need

Chiropractic Care?

By Dana Greyson

Birthing isn’t just tough on moms.

Emerging from the “ring of fire” is no easy feat for newborns!

“We think of babies as being fresh and perfect, but just like us, they can have trouble with their spine,” claims Vancouverbased chiropractor, Roger Barnick. “When a baby is born, hospital doctors and nurses check the heart, lungs, eyes, digestion, temperature. But nobody is checking the spine.”

“We had an idea our baby was going to be fairly substantial [in size],” confesses Vancouver mom, Bethanne York. “It just made sense [his] little bones [might] not be in the ideal position after [his] trip through the birth canal.” So, York sought out a chiropractor who could help. “At one week old, Jethro received his first ‘out-of-thewomb’ adjustment.”

There is growing evidence encouraging the practice of routine newborn spinal checks.

Photo courtesy Bethanne York

In the mid 1960s, when doctor of osteopathic medicine, Viola Frymann, examined 1250 newborns: • 88 percent showed some identifiable mal-alignment in the form of cranial bone strain patterns • 73 percent had at least one asymmetry (10 percent had more than one)

Jethro York began receiving chiropractic adjustments at one week old.

In a more recent study of 100 newborns, 99 percent showed at least one sphenobasilar synchondrosis (skull bone) strain pattern.

That strain can impact hormones, which control growth, development, metabolism, reproduction, mood, and other functions.

Chiropractic care focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, and their effect on general health.

Chiropractors are specialists trained to assess spinal problems; they are generally well-suited to conduct routine newborn spinal checks.

Is Chiropractic Care Effective?

The American Public Health Association (APHA) policy cautiously proclaims, “Scientific evidence makes it reasonable to assume that spinal manipulation performed by chiropractors (and other licensed practitioners) can be a safe and effective service.”

While chiropractic care for back pain and related issues is relatively well accepted, it’s also gaining growing acceptance for other infant care issues, particularly for continued on page 24

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breastfeeding challenges, colic, and ear infections.

When it comes to nursing, babies with spinal cord injuries tend to have more latching problems. In a study on breastfeeding, 114 infants diagnosed with difficulty nursing were given chiropractic treatment as part of their care. All showed some improvement, with 78 percent able to exclusively breastfeed after two to five chiropractic treatments within a two-week time period.

Chiropractic care’s ability to alleviate colic is less clear. A 2001 blind study asserted, “Chiropractic spinal manipulation is no more effective than placebo in the treatment of infantile colic.” Yet parents were eight times as likely to report a significant reduction in crying when the baby was treated with chiropractic care three or four times over a ten-day period than if the baby wasn’t, according to recent research. Toddlers treated with chiropractic care for colic were twice as likely to not experience colicky symptoms such as temper tantrums and frequent night-time waking versus colicky infants who were not treated with chiropractic care.

York shares, “Jethro gets regular adjustments. He’s only been ‘sick’ once.

He consistently sleeps through the night.

He‘s a happy, healthy baby. I don’t owe that completely to chiropractic care, but I do know that it makes a big difference.”

Telltale Signs Your Baby Might Benefit from Chiropractic Care

Sometimes parents aren’t aware their baby has an issue that needs treatment. Dr. Barnick recalls, “A new mom was visiting for her adjustment and my assistant noticed her baby had a rather pronounced head tilt. Her head was leaning to the right and she couldn’t straighten it. I offered

to check her. After a quick evaluation and gentle adjustment, she immediately recovered normal head position.”

Infant ear infections, difficulty nursing, flat spots on the head (cranial asymmetry), constipation, head tilt (torticollis) and sleep difficulties are all common symptoms where chiropractic care is a treatment to consider.

With ear infections, chiropractic approaches offer far less invasive treatment than conventional medicine. “A lot of kids undergo surgery (tubes in ears) for ear infections. That can usually be avoided with chiropractic and some simple home care advice,” explains Dr. Barnick.

Is Chiropractic Care Safe for Babies?

Chiropractors treat more than 35 million Americans (adults and children) annually. While research on chiropractic effectiveness is difficult to come by, reports of children who experience neurological and/or vertebrobasilar complications as a result of chiropractic care are rare, estimated at 1 in 250 million visits.

Another general indicator of chiropractic safety: insurance rates. “Chiropractors have the lowest malpractice rates of all primary health care providers in the country, and those rates are based on risk,” says Dr. Elise Hewitt, a Portland pediatric chiropractor and former president of American Chiropractic Association’s Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics.

Chiropractic care for babies is by necessity, gentle. “Spinal care with infants looks really different than teen or adult chiropractic, explains Dr. Barnick. “The movements are smaller, of course. But even more important is that the joints and bones are at a much different stage of development.

A typical infant adjustment will involve light fingertip pressure from the doctor. I will continued on page 26

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often just use the natural movements of the baby combined with gravity to bring about a nice gentle adjustment. I’ll mostly do this with the infant on my lap instead of having them on an adjusting table.”

What Does Treatment Cost?

Chiropractic care insurance coverage varies and is more likely to cover visits if there’s a specific injury diagnosed. Check with your insurance provider to find out your coverage, who is an in-network provider and what they cover for providers out-ofnetwork. Ask prospective chiropractors if they offer discounts for serving children and for direct-pay for clients not covered by insurance.

“Children respond quickly and often need less sessions than adults. A typical treatment will often include about six visits. When parents are under our care, we treat their children at a discount,” notes Dr. Barnick.

According to Costhelper.com, sessions can range from $34 to $106 per session depending on where you live, how many regions of the spine a chiropractor services and whether exams are required.

says York about her experience finding a chiropractor for her son. “Or when I called, they didn’t sound completely confident working with a pregnant woman and/or a newborn. I’ve taken Jethro to two different Vancouver chiropractors [based on] their vast knowledge about how the spine really impacts the rest of the body. I highly recommend both.”

Your doctor or pediatrician can be good resources for recommendations, though not all are fans of chiropractic care.

Consider asking friends, neighbors and colleagues who were satisfied with their results for a recommendation.

“Very few chiropractors have an exclusively pediatric practice. Look for a doctor that you feel comfortable with and that is experienced treating babies,” advises Dr. Barnick.

Chiropractic vs. Conventional Care

Sound health care practice is a balancing act. Whether your bias is towards traditional medicine or more holistic care, it’s important to do what makes the most sense for your child’s wellness.

“We live in a very over-medicated culture,” comments Dr. Barnick. “Sadly, that begins in early childhood with young children and even babies being exposed to drug therapy instead of natural alternatives. Just like good nutrition and good emotional health, early chiropractic during the formative years will lay a foundation of healthy neurological development.”

Dr. Jennifer Brocker, current president of the American Chiropractic Association Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics emphasizes, “If a parent ever has a question about chiropractic care for their infant, they should speak with their provider, get the information they need, and together determine the best course of action.”

Insatiably curious, Pacific Northwest freelance writer Dana Greyson’s superpower is translating important but complicated topics into useful, easy-to-understand articles. You can reach her via www.LinkedIn.com/in/ danagreyson.

The article above is intended for information purposes only, and not as medical advice.

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Plein Air and Art Event in Downtown Camas. Local artists will be doing Plein Air (Open Air) painting around town during the day. Then vote for your favorite during the First Friday event from 5-8 pm. The finished plein air art pieces will be on display at Camas Gallery, 408 NE 4th, from 5-8 pm that evening. The community will vote for its favorites and “People Choice Awards” will be awarded. 5-8 pm Friday Fun Night at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, 13914 NW 3rd Ct., Vancouver. Preregister your 4-11-year-old to enjoy a night filled with activities. They will spend time with their own age group only (kids are divided between two groups, 4-6-year-olds and 1st5th graders). 6:30-10:30 pm

Multicultural Festival at Overlook Park, Main Ave., Ridgefield. Showcasing Ridgefield’s rich cultural diversity and also introducing visitors to cultures from around the world through live music, dance performances, storytelling, cooking demonstrations, sporting events, kids’ activities, and a wide range of ethnic vendors.

The Festival will include a variety of multicultural entertainment from Native American, Asian, Hispanic, Latin, Jazz and African performers. 9 am-3 pm “Lucky Stars” Release Party at Dickens Children’s Books and Publishing Lab, 1911 Main St., Vancouver. Drop in for the release party of “Lucky Stars” by Aron Steinke, including a graphic novel presentation and an activity. 10 am-5 pm continued on next page

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Second Saturday at the Water Center: Columbia Flyway Wildlife Show at 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver. Enjoy a wood carving show and a variety of birdrelated activities. Children can paint their very own carved wooden bird and learn about the timeless craft of wood carving.

Everyone is also encouraged to view the intricate wildlife carvings on the second floor of the Water Center. 1-3 pm Supper and Social at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. Enjoy tours of the historic grounds, yard games, and drinks. The evening will progress with a delicious dinner and fundraiser auction.

Support Pomeroy Farm while enjoying a lovely evening out on the historic property!

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Dinner in White on the Columbia at Port of Camas-Washougal, 24 S A St., Washougal.

All-white picnic on the river where Patrick Lamb and The Hit Factory will be providing live entertainment! All funds raised through this event are donated to the Washougal Library Building Fund. Tickets $35+ at www. dinnerinwhiteonthecolumbia.org. 4-10 pm

Vancouver. Showcasing the hard work and creative spirit of individuals, social justice groups, peace organizations, faith communities, performers, artists, businesses, and environmental activists who are making the world a better place.

Admission is free. 9 am-4 pm

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Fourth Plain Multicultural Festival at Evergreen Park, 3500 E Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Live multicultural music and dance performances, sports, arts activities, children’s games, food vendors, booths for local organizations, and more. 11 am-5 pm

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The Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair celebrates efforts of people striving to make the world a better place.

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Calendar of Events & Activities (cont’d) continued from page 29 Star Paws Dinner and Auction at The Heathman Lodge, 7801 NE Greenwood Dr., Vancouver. Annual dinner and auction benefitting Furry Friends animal shelter.

Tickets $60, must be purchased in advance at www.furryfriendswa.org. 5-9 pm

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Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Goes Back to the Movies at Royal Durst Theatre, VSAA, 3101 Main St., Vancouver. Experience live chamber music set to the silent film “The General.” Tickets $10-$25. 3-5 pm

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The LEGO Club at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Vancouver. A gathering for LEGO lovers of all ages. A new “Librarian’s Challenge” every month, free play, and thousands of Lego bricks and minifigs. No sign-up is required. 4-5 pm Coding Club: Ages 6-18 at Three Creeks Community Library, Vancouver. (See Sep. 5) 6:30-8 pm

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Friday Fun Night at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, 13914 NW 3rd Ct., Vancouver (See Sep. 6) 6:30-10:30 pm

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Sturgeon Festival at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver. A splash of excitement for kids of all ages, with a live reptile show, fish dissections, birds of prey and handson activities! This free, fun event offers opportunities for the entire family to learn

about the special fish, plants and animals living in and around the Columbia River.

10 am-3 pm “How I Became a Pirate” presented by Northwest Children’s Theater and School at 1819 NW Everett St., Portland. Set sail on a high-seas adventure with a motley crew of bumbling pirates as the fearsome Captain Braid Beard lands at a quiet family vacation spot in search of an expert digger to join the crew. This slapstick swashbuckler will delight children, parents, and every pirate-at-heart.

Admission: $16-$27. 11 am & 2 pm Magenta Improv Theater at Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver.

Performers play scenes and games based on audience suggestions—nothing is scripted!

The family friendly shows are interactive, and audience volunteers can be part of the action.

7:30-9:30 pm

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“How I Became a Pirate” presented by Northwest Children’s Theater and School at 1819 NW Everett St, Portland. (See Sep. 21) 11 am & 2 pm

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Coding Club: Ages 6-18 at Three Creeks Community Library, Vancouver. (See Sep. 5) 6:30-8 pm

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Big Kid Library Sleepover at Camas Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. Hide-andseek, games, snacks, movies, plus sleep anywhere in the Library! For 3rd-5th graders and parents. Sign-up required, only 25 spots

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Family Nature Days at Columbia Springs, 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy., Vancouver. Start at the Visitor Center for maps, information and activities. Choose your own adventure around the surrounding forests from there with volunteer-led activities, games and guided walks at 11 am and 1 pm.

10 am-2 pm “How I Became a Pirate” presented by Northwest Children’s Theater and School at 1819 NW Everett St, Portland. (See Sep. 21) 11 am & 2 pm Volcano Exploration Days at Mount St. Helens Science and Learning Center, 19000 Spirit Lake Hwy., Toutle. Have a blast at Mount St. Helens! Enjoy activities, crafts, guided hikes, and more as you learn about the geology, ecology, and history of our favorite volcano. These events are drop-in and open to the public, and explorers of all ages are welcome to join. 11 am-4 pm Forest Dreams at Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E 18th St., Vancouver. Enjoy a visual and musical feast blending the guitar creations of Paul Chasman with the nature photography of R. Dennis Wiancko, all benefitting TreeSong Nature Awareness and Retreat Center. Also includes appetizers and beverages. Tickets $20/person, $10/children 12 and under, available at www.treesongnatureawareness. org. 6-9 pm

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available. Begins at 7 pm sharp on Friday, September 27. Ends at 7 am on Saturday morning. Families must stay in the Library all night. Bring: sleeping bags, pillows, pajamas, flashlights, your Library card, and air mattresses are ok. Please eat dinner beforehand. Snacks provided. No younger or older siblings, please. 7 pm-7 am

“How I Became a Pirate” presented by Northwest Children’s Theater and School at 1819 NW Everett St, Portland. (See Sep. 21) 11 am

Brooke Chamberlain, Kate Skinner, Tony Provenzola, Martin Slagle (clockwise from top left) and the rest of Magenta Improv Theater's performers provide a fun, family friendly, laughter-filled evening.

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