Wellness
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‘We are missing out on so much’
How to help your student — whether a senior or kindergartner — cope with a disappointing end to the school year. Read more
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Even swimmers drown
Teaching a child how to swim is important, but parents and caregivers can do more to prevent drowning. Read more
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Valerie’s House provides virtual grief support
A nonprofit that helps children grieve, Valerie’s House launched virtual support groups for children and adult caregivers. Read more
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Pregnant and giving birth in the age of COVID-19
Hospital and prenatal visit rules seem to change daily. Certain baby supplies can be scarce. New moms have turned to anxiety medication. Florida midwives offering alternatives to the gloom-and-doom around hospitals have been deluged with inquiries. Read more
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Livestream series helps kids cope, provides at-home activities
Kids’ Minds Matter hosts a new, weekly livestream series on Facebook to help families get expert mental health advice, resources and at-home activities for the kids. Read more
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Stressed out?
Parenting in a pandemic puts additional stress on families and children. Here are ways to help ease the impact on your kids. Read more
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Shining a light on ability
When Matias was diagnosed on the spectrum at just 16 months, my world came crashing down on me. Read more
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Lee Schools expands feeding program with bus stops, more pickup sites
In Lee County, six school buses will be driving routes to “areas of high population” to deliver "Grab & Go" meals at some established bus stops. Longer hours and more pickup sites have been added to the lineup, too. Read more
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Are you an endo-sister?
Endometriosis can cause life-threatening complications — and Southwest Florida is unprepared. Read more
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Tips to help children's mental health during coronavirus pandemic
As adults, the coronavirus is introducing unwanted stresses in our lives. Imagine what COVID-19 is doing to our children. Read more
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Get answers to your coronavirus questions
Readers can ask questions about the coronavirus outbreak and response directly to Southwest Florida journalists who will research and find answers. Read more
Parenting
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Mothering during a pandemic
Personal stories from women across Southwest Florida Read more
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CCSWFL to reopen child care centers May 18
The openings coincide a change in procedures at the centers for the safety of the children, teachers and parents. Read more
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In this together
As separated as we are physically, it’s the “We’re all in this together” attitude that helps me. Read more
SWFL parenting coach offers free webinar
Janis Meredith of Raising Champion Families is hosting '3 Parenting Tools to Help You Parent in the Trenches of COVID-19' Read more
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8 tips to help kids play safe
Avoiding sports-related injuries is a team effort. Most can be prevented with smart habits and good training for players, coaches and parents. Read more
Basic Sign Language Class
Sessions are designed to help parents and siblings learn basic American Sign Language, or ASL, to understand the needs of a deaf or hard of hearing family member. Read more
May 26, 2020
'Cuba: The Natural Beauty' by Clyde Butcher
See Cuba’s natural splendor through the lens of Clyde Butcher, an award-winning photographer and conservationist. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Read more
May 27, 2020
Key Marco Cat Exhibit
The Key Marco Cat and other rare 500- to 1,500-year-old Pre-Columbian Native American artifacts discovered on Marco Island in 1896 are showcased in an exhibit from January 2019 to April 2021. Read more
May 27, 2020
Baby Boot Camp
NOTE: This event is canceled. All Miromar Outlets events have been canceled through April 30. Read more
May 27, 2020
'Ding' Darling Tram Tour
Join an experienced naturalist for a tram ride through the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s Wildlife Drive. Learn about the refuge’s rich mangrove estuary ecosystem while looking for wildlife. Tram tours operate every day except Friday. Read more
May 27, 2020