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Karen Latimer

Karen is a Family Doctor, mom of five and founder of Tips From Town.

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Ash Wednesday: Baby Steps to Better Health

Additive is better than restrictive. Add these simple things to your day to day, and good health and better choices are bound to follow.

Tiger Mom has Nothing on Soccer Mom

Criticize Amy Chua all you want, but many parents of kids who play sports are no better.

Easy Trick to De-Ice Your Car in Seconds

For about 8 years, having a detached garage didn’t bother me at all. Now, I want to turn my family room into a home for my car, just so I don’t have to clean off the snow and ice. These last couple winters have been rough. I barely have time to put on a coat […]

Who Do I See 50 Shades With?

I know there are much bigger problems in the world, but this one is presenting quite the dilemma for me.

How to Chop an Onion — by AMY

Sadly, I have been cutting onions the wrong way for years. Amy just taught me the right way.

Taking Care of Yourself Just Got Easier

February is a great time to catch up on your health screenings and doctors' appointments. It couldn't be simpler.

Mimic a Five Year Old for a Better Day

You can improve your attitude with just one simple word.

What You Need to Know About Your Heart Health

February is Heart Health Month. Ladies, what you don’t know, could kill you. Watch this 3 minute video to learn more.

Don’t Be So Quick to Call it a Food Allergy

Food allergies are on the rise, but so is their misdiagnosis. You may want to question your child's food allergy.

What to do With Your Kids on a Snow Day

Feeling like you have to stand on your head to keep your kids entertained?? Here are some out of the box snow day ideas.