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.

Family Sleep Reset After the Holidays: Bedtimes, Screens, and Routines

Jan 14, 2026, 9:24 AM
Holiday chaos can disrupt sleep for the whole family. Learn how to reset your child's bedtime routine and reduce screen time for better rest this winter.

Ear Infections 101: Pain Relief, Watchful Waiting, and When to Treat

Jan 13, 2026, 3:39 PM
Ear infections are common in children, especially after a cold or upper respiratory illness. This guide from Northwest Family Clinics helps parents understand the signs, home remedies, when antibiotics are necessary, and how to prevent future infections.

Why Is My Child’s Cough Lasting So Long?

Dec 12, 2025, 2:14 PM
When a cough hangs on for weeks, it’s stressful—for kids and parents. Here’s a clear guide to what’s typical, why coughs linger, how to help at home, and when to call or visit Northwest Family Clinics in Crystal, Plymouth, or Rogers.

Influenza Resource Guide

Nov 12, 2025, 12:34 PM
Flu hits Minnesota each fall and winter. This guide explains what influenza looks like at different ages, when to treat at home, when to call or go in, who benefits from antivirals, and the prevention steps that really work—plus Minnesota-specific timing tips.

RSV Resource Guide: Symptoms, Care, and Prevention for All Ages

Nov 12, 2025, 12:02 PM
RSV often looks like a common cold—but for infants, older adults, and people with chronic conditions it can become serious. This Minnesota-focused guide explains symptoms by age, when to treat at home, when to seek care, testing and treatment basics, and what actually works to prevent RSV.

Why Does My Child Always Get Sick in the Fall? And What to Do About It

Oct 9, 2025, 10:49 AM
Runny noses, sore throats, and coughs—fall sickness in kids is common. Northwest Family Clinics explains why it happens and shares practical tips to help your child stay well this season.