GLP-1 Side Effects: What's Normal and When to Be Concerne
Jun 23, 2026, 5:53 PM
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have transformed weight management and blood sugar control for many patients — but the side effects are real, common, and frequently underexplained. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics walk through what to expect, why it happens, how to manage it, and the specific signs that mean it is time to call your doctor.
Sun Exposure: How Much Is Healthy vs. Harmful
Jun 23, 2026, 5:33 PM
The goal with sun exposure is not elimination but balance. A Minnesota summer offers real and documented health benefits from sunlight — vitamin D, better mood, improved sleep, and more — alongside real risks that deserve thoughtful management. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics explain what sun exposure actually does in the body and how families can enjoy summer while protecting what matters most.
Swimmer's Ear vs. Ear Infection: How to Tell the Difference
Jun 23, 2026, 5:08 PM
Ear pain after swimming gets labeled as swimmer's ear. Ear pain during a cold gets labeled as an ear infection. But the two conditions are frequently mixed up — and that matters because the treatment for one does not work for the other. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics explain exactly how to tell them apart and what to do about each.
Dehydration in Kids: Early Signs Parents Miss
Jun 22, 2026, 3:37 PM
By the time a child shows the obvious signs of dehydration, it has already had time to progress. The early signs are subtler and far easier to miss — especially in the middle of a busy summer day or when a sick child is already hard to read. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics explain what to look for before dehydration becomes obvious and what actually works for rehydration.
Baby Constipation: What's Normal and What Helps
Jun 22, 2026, 2:51 PM
Few things send a new parent into a spiral of worry faster than a baby who hasn't had a bowel movement in what feels like too long. The honest answer is that what's normal for baby bowel movements is far more varied than most parents expect. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics explain what true constipation actually looks like, what doesn't need intervention, and what genuinely helps.
Your Body After Baby: What’s Normal at 3, 6, and 12 Months Postpartum
Jun 22, 2026, 1:53 PM
Most conversations about postpartum recovery focus on the first few weeks. But the physical changes of having a baby unfold over an entire year, and many of them catch new moms completely off guard. The doctors at Northwest Family Clinics walk through what is actually normal at 3, 6, and 12 months postpartum — and what is worth a conversation with your doctor.