GARDENING: BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER
It’s a chance to get the whole family involved with a single project, and you can literally share the fruits of your labor. DECIDING ON PLANTS When it comes to deciding which plants you want in your garden, there are many variables to consider. Do you want to grow edible plants, ones that have magnificent blossoms, or ones that are easy to care for? Flowers are a good start if you want a plant that grows a little faster; plus, they lend a pop of color to your garden. Growing vegetables is also rewarding, as the kids will take great pleasure in eating what they’ve grown. Other possibilities include sunflowers, blackberries, peas, and lettuce. You might be surprised at how willingly children eat their greens when they’ve had a hand in growing them.
After spending a winter cooped up inside with your family, there might be a little tension between everyone. Fortunately, it’s spring, and the warm weather, melting snow, and blooming flowers offer a good way to ease the restlessness.This season, why not bring your family closer together by starting a family garden?
A LEARNING EXPERIENCE Nearly every step in the gardening process can be a learning experience for kids and parents alike. Begin by discussing where you should start and why, what supplies you’ll need, and the types of plants you want to grow. Gardening also offers opportunities to learn about science, ecology, and nutrition. COLLABORATION Gardening gives your family a chance to collaborate. When you’re stuck inside for long periods, you may be spending time together, but it’s usually not quality time. Working in a group to create and maintain a garden is a hands-on experience for everyone.
Family gardens can bring something new and fresh to your home. So, get outside, enjoy the sun, and discover the joys of plants and gardening.
A Word From
Kalie and Caryn
gingivitis in the future. We will also make recommendations about which products and tools will work best for you. After that, we’ll scheduled another checkup within six weeks, just to make sure gingivitis is no longer present. Gingivitis can usually be reversed within two weeks of a professional cleaning with improved brushing and flossing. It is very important that you get back to your regularly recommended cleanings if you’ve had gingivitis. While it is reversible with treatment, if left untreated, gingivitis will lead to gum disease. There’s no bone loss associated with gingivitis, which makes it easier for us to remedy. If it’s been a while since your last professional cleaning, don’t worry. We’ll make getting back on track quick and easy for you. When we’re able to treat it early, gingivitis can be reversed, and your mouth will be back to feeling fresh and clean.
Hello, there! We’re back to share more about the different types of professional cleanings
we provide. Today, we’re discussing the second type of cleaning, gingivitis. It’s the kind we offer when we notice red, irritated, bleeding
gums. With this professional cleaning, we’re usually able to clear up gingivitis in as little as two weeks. Thankfully, most insurance plans are now covering this treatment. A professional cleaning for gingivitis is similar to the prophylaxis cleaning. We focus on cleaning the area above your gums as we remove the hard deposits from your teeth and send you with a medicated mouth rinse. During this cleaning, we’ll also talk about what your brushing and flossing habits are at home to determine how we can help you avoid
–Kalie and Caryn
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