As parents and guardians, you play a powerful role in helping your child succeed-both in and out of school! Every two years, the SHARP (Student Health and Risk Prevention) survey provides valuable insights into what challenges Utah County youth are experiencing. One key risk factor that shows up in the data is low commitment to … Continue reading Support Your Child’s Success: Free Parenting Flyers
Postpartum Pain Management
Low-Risk Pain Management Options Talk to your doctor about ways to manage or relieve your postpartum pain. Here are a few options they might recommend: Ibuprofen (Motrin®) & acetaminophen (Tylenol®) Light activity (walking) Numbing sprays such as Dermoplast® Witch-hazel pads such as Tucks® Sitz baths (sitting in a few inches of warm water) Cold pack/heating … Continue reading Postpartum Pain Management
Red Ribbon Week Toolkit
This free toolkit was created to give all those engaged in youth drug prevention effective strategies, activities, and ideas to implement during Red Ribbon Week that are based on prevention science and research to help reduce youth substance use.
Whatever Your Child’s Journey, Go Together
Why It Matters “Whatever Your Child's Journey, Go Together” is a beautiful campaign that speaks to the importance of parents being an active part in their children’s lives. All Utah kids deserve to arrive at age 21 with a healthy brain and bright future, free from the harmful effects of alcohol. One of the best … Continue reading Whatever Your Child’s Journey, Go Together
Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
The Spanish Fork Library offers more than good books and free Wi-Fi. As of March, the library is also offering free naloxone. A few years ago, in conjunction with Spanish Fork City’s Active and Healthy initiative, the Spanish Fork Library began offering free gun locks to help prevent death by suicide. In addition to these … Continue reading Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
So, You’re Thinking About Therapy
Here’s what to expect. One of the most difficult parts of going to therapy can be calling and making an appointment in the first place. We've come a long way in reducing stigma, but there are still so many unknowns. What will people think? What is it going to be like? Am I going to … Continue reading So, You’re Thinking About Therapy
Drug Use and Relationships
Prescription drug misuse can happen to anyone. When it happens, it can wreak havoc on relationships. If you or a loved one is dealing with substance misuse, then here is some advice from a couple who made it through. Thank you for sharing your story Joel and Anjuli! https://videopress.com/v/wPOYjcYA?preloadContent=metadata Recovery from addiction is possible, so … Continue reading Drug Use and Relationships
5 Easy Ways to Bond With Your Kids
We all want a happy, healthy family, and one of the best ways to create that is through bonding. Bonding creates a close connection with the people you love, and can help protect youth from substance misuse. Youth who are bonded with their family are less likely to participate in risky behaviors. With all the … Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Bond With Your Kids
Five Love Languages for Children
Expressing love to children is critical to their healthy development and can help youth feel bonded to the adults in their lives. Children who are bonded to healthy adults are less likely to try risky behaviors, such as misusing substances. Make sure your child gets them message that you love them by using their love … Continue reading Five Love Languages for Children
FREE Parenting Classes
Parents face unique challenges, and there are resources to help. Below is a list of parenting resources offered in Utah County. A few are in person, but most are online, including some downloadable courses you can take by yourself without an instructor. We will update this list as class availability changes. Last updated: 12/04/2025 Class … Continue reading FREE Parenting Classes