How do I reach out to someone who’s struggling?
Oct 5, 2023
You’ve probably heard the advice to check on your friends and reach out to those who may be struggling with their mental health. But that can be a daunting task. How do you reach out? What do you say? What if they don’t respond in a way you’re...
What are Braxton Hicks Contractions?
Sep 25, 2023
Braxton Hicks contractions aren’t an indication of labor- so what are they? Do all expecting mothers experience these pre-labor contractions? Why do they occur? Dr. Molly Thompson, Family Medicine and OB Physician at Pullman Regional Hospital’s...
Pregnancy Footwear- What Not to Wear
Sep 18, 2023
It’s safe to say pregnancy causes a lot of body changes, aside from the obvious waistline expansion. ‘Pregnancy nose,’ ‘pregnancy gums,’ and ‘pregnancy feet’ are all normal changes that occur when a woman is expecting. Ed Robertson, Physical...
Inducing Labor: What Happens?
Aug 18, 2023
Every mom-to-be hopes for a trouble-free pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. There are a number of reasons why a woman might need to have her labor induced.
Occupational Therapy & Splinting
Aug 17, 2023
An Occupational Therapist's primary goal is to increase a patient’s capacity to engage in everyday activities they need or want to do. Sometimes, customized devices and materials (such as splints) are used to gently shape and guide a patient’s...
Smoke, Smoke, Go Away: Helpful Tips and Tricks for Staying Safe During Smoke Season
Aug 10, 2023
As smoke season is right around the corner on the Palouse, it's important to learn how to keep children safe and healthy should air quality levels worsen into the late summer. “Every summer I dread the moment that smoke decides to roll in and stay...