Health & Wellness

Northwest Family is your number one resource for health and wellness information. We are here to provide you with the best resources for any and all of your health-related questions.  

Each month our doctors provide you with in-depth information on four different health topics.

Pink Eye in Kids: What's Contagious and What's Not

Sep 18, 2026, 2:42 PM
Pink eye sends a lot of families into panic mode, but not every case is contagious, and not every case needs a trip to the doctor. Here's how to tell the difference.

Protecting Your Baby Through Cold and Flu Season: What New Parents Need to Know

Sep 18, 2026, 2:11 PM
Cold and flu season brings extra worry when there's a new baby in the home. Here's how to protect a newborn's developing immune system, spot symptoms early, and know when it's time for a doctor's visit.

Your Child Was Referred for Therapy or Received a Diagnosis. Now What?

Sep 7, 2026, 7:22 PM
A diagnosis or therapy referral can bring relief and overwhelm all at once. Here's what actually comes next, why progress happens in small steps, and why your child is exactly the same child they were yesterday.

When Behavior Starts to Impact Daily Life: What Evaluations and Testing Really Look Like

Sep 7, 2026, 6:58 PM
Hearing "have you thought about having them evaluated?" can feel overwhelming, but an evaluation isn't about finding something wrong. It's about gathering information. Here's what the process actually looks like, and why either outcome, reassurance or a diagnosis, gives families something valuable.

Big Emotions, Anxiety, and Sensory Sensitivity in Children

Sep 7, 2026, 6:35 PM
A meltdown over the "wrong" sandwich or socks that don't feel right can leave parents wondering what's really going on. Here's how to tell the difference between typical childhood emotion, anxiety, and sensory sensitivity, and when it's worth asking questions.

Speech Delays, Social Differences, and Autism: When Should Parents Ask Questions?

Sep 7, 2026, 4:52 PM
A late talker or a child who prefers playing alone isn't automatically a sign of autism, but knowing when to ask questions can make a real difference. Here's what pediatric providers actually look for, and why early conversations never hurt.