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Karen Latimer

Dr. Latimer is a Family Physician and Wellness & Parenting Coach. She works with parents who want to feel more confident when helping their children and coaches young adults to help them better navigate college life and transitions. Contact her at drkarenlatimer@gmail.com to learn more. She is the author of two Audible Originals, Take Back the House -- Raising Happy Parents and Worry Less, Parent Better. She is also the co-founder of the app that makes your life easier and puts social in a healthier place -- List'm.

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Ridgewood Education Foundation Oktoberfest — Don’t Miss It

This is such a great, every other year event, you definitely don’t want to miss it. It is a fantastic way to kick off Autumn. (Pssst, last time they sold out.) The proceeds go to an amazing cause. Check out the Ridgewood Education Foundation Website. When: Saturday, September 29 7-11 Where: The Hermitage in HoHoKus […]

Simple Tips for a Better School Day

Morning tips for better days from school and home.

Oktoberfest at the Stable to Raise Money for Kids with Special Needs

Live music, beer, food and fun for the whole family!

Super Soccer Saturday – Sat. 9/15

Come out for a great day of soccer and support RHS student athletes.

How to Beat Back to School Anxiety

Also read: How to Relieve Teen Anxiety Watch what you say. Your children will take your vibe and run with it. If you are dreading the start of school, if you have anxiety about your child’s ability to succeed, if you are worried about the teacher she will get or already know she has, keep it […]

Why You Need Meditation More Than Your Mother Did

It isn’t a competition but if it was, our generation would win the Most Stressed Out Award. We focus on wellness, we read about health, we know about risky behaviors, yet our lifestyle is so unhealthy. Why? Because we have no peace. Meditation is well proven to reduce anxiety, promote a better mood and a […]

Should You Start Smoking Pot?

With the growing legalization of marijuana, should you put down your wine glass and pick up a laced brownie?

Beat Back to School Anxiety in 5 Easy Steps

We all suffer from some degree of Back to School anxiety. Here's how to help your kids manage it.

Great Summer Mixer

Super easy cocktail that will make your day.

10 Signs That Your Body is Trying Tell You Something!

Summer is the season for relaxation, and right about now, we should all be feeling pretty good. The lack of kids’ schedules, the ease of sliding on flip flops and the extra vitamin D should all add up to ZEN. However, it is right about now, with August looming that the stress starts to sneak […]