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11/05/2025

Have you noticed that your teens are spending more time on their phones and less time engaging in offline activities? Engaging in screen-free activities helps teens develop new skills, create lasting memories, and improves their overall well-being.

All information provided by The Sanford Children’s Health Initiative (fit) — fit.sanfordhealth.org — https://fb.com/SanfordfitKids

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11/04/2025

As many as one in five birthing parents struggle with a mental health disorder. Research shows that untreated maternal mental health issues, such as postpartum depression, can lead to significant long-term negative outcomes for both mothers and their children, including developmental delays and emotional difficulties in children.

All information provided by Zero to Three — www.zerotothree.org — https://fb.com/ZEROTOTHREE

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11/04/2025

Dyscalculia is a common learning disability in math. Many people think it only affects your ability to solve math problems, but it’s much more than that.

Learning its lesser-known signs can help you or your child get a diagnosis and the right supports.

More info on signs and symptoms: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-is-dyscalculia

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10/31/2025

We had lots of fun and laughs in our costumes today! 👻
Thank you to all our amazing kiddos (and parents!) who joined in on the Halloween fun — we loved seeing your creative costumes too! 🎭✨

10/31/2025

Most fungi cannot live at human body temperatures 🥵, as they can only survive at cooler temperatures. As environmental temperatures rise, fungi could become more infectious to people as they adapt to living in higher temperatures 🌡️

Learn more about climate change and fungal diseases at this link: https://www.cdc.gov/fungal/about/climate-change-and-fungal-diseases.html

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10/30/2025

Each year, thousands of babies die suddenly and unexpectedly in the United States. In fact, Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUIDs) is the leading cause of deaths for infants age 1 month to 1 year.

October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month, a time to educate new parents on ways to keep their newborns safe and healthy.

There's a series of Safe Sleep steps that have been determined to lower the risk of a baby dying. Learn those steps and more at nkyhealth.org/safesleep.

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10/30/2025

https://www.uc.edu/news/articles/2025/10/annual-fluency-friday-event-to-celebrate-25th-anniversary.html

This year marks the 25th anniversary of UC’s Fluency Friday, a one-day workshop that brings together children and teens who stutter, along with their parents and caregivers, local experts on stuttering and speech-language pathology graduate students.

10/29/2025

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​Infants are most susceptible to life-threatening infections from whooping cough and have very little immunity. By surrounding a baby with only immunized people, you cocoon the baby against serious infections.

10/29/2025

You cannot see germs. This does not mean that they cannot get in your body and hurt you. Wash your hands and fight off the germs.

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10/28/2025

With constant exposure to unrealistic "ideal" body images – often digitally altered on social media – it's easy for teens to feel self-conscious about their bodies😔 Developing a healthy body image is essential for their self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. Learn more about supporting your teen on this journey in the Healthy Body Image article.

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10/28/2025

🎄✨ Get ready for a month of fun at Boone County Public Library with exciting family events!
On November 12, at Chapin Memorial Library for "All About Owls" and meet real-life raptors from RAPTOR, Inc.! 🦉
November 15, head over to the Main Library for "Brick Daze," a hands-on LEGO®-themed event where you can race creations and explore the history of building blocks. 🚂
On November 20, don’t miss Reindeer Games at the Hebron Branch, where you can participate in festive games and songs with Santa’s sleigh team.
November 22, unleash your inner builder at "Gingerbread Construction" at the Scheben Branch. There’s something for everyone this month at BCPL! 🎁

https://www.bcpl.org/newsletter-november?ct=AAAAAhQFEQFzFAIGABEFZW1haWwGAQbSEQFlBtIRAnN0ERY2OGYyMTUxOGFjYTg3MTg0NzkxNjE4EQFsEQUyODE0NhEBYxQBDgIG0g%253D%253D

10/28/2025

Su***de doesn’t have just one cause—it’s influenced by many factors. Let’s foster understanding, compassion, and support for those who are struggling. 💜

All information provided by The American Foundation of Su***de Prevention — www.afsp.org — https://fb.com/AFSPnational

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