The Double Life of a Digital Teen – Why Social Anxiety Thrives in Our Online-First World
An inside look at the growing gap between teens’ online confidence and real-world anxiety—and what can help close it.
Local Wellness Experts Share How Small Mindset Shifts for the New Year Can Help Improve Your 2026
Local Clark County wellness experts share simple mindset shifts for the new year to help parents and kids ease into 2026 with less pressure and more balance.
Family Volunteering in Clark County: Ways to Give Back and Make a Difference Together
Learn how families can volunteer together at food banks, animal shelters and more, allowing kids of all ages to give back and create lasting memories.
Intergenerational Trauma — How It’s Passed Down in Families and What It Means to Break the Cycle
Read the third installment in “Real Talk with Dr. Bacon,” a series by Vancouver psychologist Dr. Krista Bacon of Endeavor Psychology and Consulting, all about emotionally, socially and psychologically thriving in today’s complex world.
Brushing up on Dental Health for Kids: 4 Tips from a Pediatric Dentist
From preventing cavities to building lifelong habits, dental care plays a big role in everything from nutrition to confidence. Linh Vo-Cheng, DMD, a pediatric dentist at Kaiser Permanente’s Cascade Park Dental Office in Vancouver, gives tips on dental health.
Four Family Essentials for Fall and Winter Health
Kaiser Permanente pediatrician Dr. Melissa Noronha shares four essential tips to help families stay healthy, prevent illness and know when to seek care during the fall and winter months.
Back-to-School Stress? Here’s How Parents Can Help Kids Adjust
Back-to-school stress, no more. Read tips on how parents can help kids adjust as they go back to school from Kristin Lottig, MD, a pediatrician practicing at Kaiser Permanente's Salmon Creek Medical Office.
Finding Their Voice: How Speech Therapy in Southwest Washington Transforms Lives
When a child struggles to express themselves or understand others, the entire family feels the impact. Discover how speech therapy transforms lives of families.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – What They Are and Why They Matter
Read the second installment in “Real Talk with Dr. Bacon,” a series by Vancouver psychologist Dr. Krista Bacon of Endeavor Psychology and Consulting, all about emotionally, socially and psychologically thriving in today’s complex world.
Why Sun Protection for Kids Is a Summer Must
During the warmer months, protecting children’s skin from the sun is essential. Jessica Smith, MD, a Kaiser Permanente dermatologist, answers questions about sun and skin safety for kids.