K-12
As your child grows and enters the teen years, there’s a lot to consider and think to ensure your child is safe, happy and healthy. From physical care to emotional and behavioral care, we’re here to help. Our experts can provide guidance for parents and youth, so you have the skills to take on new growth opportunities.
Recent Posts About K-12 Kids
Meet Shelly
I am chasing a dream, a dream that is bigger than I am qualified for. When the dream of becoming a writer was placed on my heart over three years ago, I put my lifelong learner qualities into action of reading and writing on a daily basis. Through a crazy social media connection, I am blogging for CapitalMOM.
The Post-Holiday Letdown
What goes up, must come down. It’s physics. The presents are unwrapped, the decorations are gone and Stuart the Elf went back to the North Pole.
What Do You Think About Your Teen Vaping?
The use of e-cigarettes—called “vaping”—seems like a mystery. There are no PSAs about this, and information seems a little scarce about whether or not these little smoky contraptions are dangerous, possibly dangerous, safe or unknown.
When You Can’t Get the Perfect Gift for Your Child
I wanted Cabbage Patch Kids. My husband wanted Teddy Ruxpin. And there were toys like Lite-Brite, Garfield, Casey the Talking Robot and Care Bears!
Taking Advantage of Fleeting Family Time
I am a planner. I know what our family is having for supper for the next seven days, what I am buying for Christmas gifts, where we are going on vacation the first week of June and what laundry I will do each day of the week.
Dealing with Picky Eaters
Sometimes, I wonder if I’m grooming my children to be picky eaters as adults. All parents try to feed their children a well-balanced diet.
Have You Heard of Catfishing?
If you are the parent of a teen, you need to know about it. A few weeks ago, my 15-year-old daughter said to me, “Mom, I’m watching a TV show that I think you would like. It’s called Catfish.” My response: “Why are you watching a fishing show?”
Don’t Throw Away Old Dance Costumes, Recycle Them!
When I was growing up, there were no competitive sports for girls. We played intramurals after school, and it was very low-key. There was, however, dance. No competition, but it was something different.
Routines to Teach Your Child Responsibility
In Nebraska, we all know the weather can change in a minute. We’ve all heard the saying “If you don’t like the weather today, wait till tomorrow.” And now that Cohen is in school and walking to his daycare after school, what he wears matters.
It’s Time to Think About Colleges
If you have a junior in high school, it’s time to start seriously thinking about colleges. Yes, I’m serious. It isn’t like it used to be when we parents were younger and started thinking about what colleges we were interested in around Christmas time of our senior year.
Teaching Your Kids to Lose With Character
Fall sports season has arrived, which means parents will be settling into bleachers, hauling collapsible canvas chairs across soccer and softball fields and racing across wooded trails at cross country meets—all to watch their offspring compete.
Concussions 101: Know the Signs & Symptoms and How to Care for Your Child
What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury caused by harm to the head or whiplash causing violent movement of the brain within the skull. Learn more about signs, symptoms, and prevention!
Navigating the Path Together
Today’s youth have a lot to handle. It can be overwhelming – for your child and for you as a parent. If you have questions about behaviors you see in your child, we can help.
When You Need Care
Getting sick or hurt is never convenient. From minor illnesses and injuries to serious health conditions, turn to Bryan. We provide the expertise and care you need. Choose from our online Bryan Health ezVisit to Bryan Urgent Care walk-in clinic to three emergency rooms ready to help you.