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.

Why You Feel Overstimulated as a Mom — And What Actually Helps

Apr 17, 2026, 9:46 PM
If you've ever reached a point in the day where even the sound of a toy or your child calling your name feels like too much, you're not alone. Maternal overstimulation is a real and common experience. This guide explains why it happens, what makes it worse, and what genuinely helps your nervous system reset.

Understanding Stress: What It Does to Your Body and How to Find Relief

Apr 17, 2026, 9:30 PM
Stress is something every person experiences, but when it becomes constant it can affect the body in ways that are easy to overlook. This guide explains how stress actually works in the body, how to recognize when it's taking a toll, and what genuinely helps your system recover and reset.

Managing Holiday Expectations and Family Tensions

Nov 12, 2025, 1:14 PM
Holidays feel like a lot—schedules, family dynamics, sugar, travel, and expectations. Use this wellness-first guide to set boundaries, protect sleep and routines, lower stress, and keep your Minnesota family grounded all season long.

Treating Depression

Jan 2, 2025, 3:17 PM
Explore effective ways to treat depression, including counseling, medication, and holistic therapies. Learn how Northwest Family Clinics and Solutions Counseling in St. Michael can help.

Intimacy After Children

Jul 30, 2024, 12:41 PM
The journey into parenthood is one of life's most exciting but drastic changes a couple will experience. Becoming a parent is a time of immense joy, but undoubtedly, filled with new challenges.

Back-To-School – Managing Schedules and Stress

Jul 30, 2024, 11:39 AM
Discover practical tips for managing back-to-school schedules and reducing stress for parents and kids. Stay organized, plan ahead, and maintain a balanced routine with advice from Jennifer Purifoy.