Author: Julie Bitely

A storyteller and editor by trade, I love creating and sharing helpful, informative content. I'm happily married and have two smart, funny daughters. Impromptu dance parties and glitter are an everyday reality. Running and reading are my go-to stress relievers and I really want to like yoga someday.

Backpacker man looking at bright sun through polarized sunglasses enjoying mountain landscape. Eye & Vision Care human health concept image.

Backpacker man looking at bright sun through polarized sunglasses enjoying mountain landscape. Eye & Vision Care human health concept image.

Five Tips for Picking Out Sunglasses

The sun can damage more than just your skin, it can damage your eyes. Sunglasses can help prevent damage. Follow these tips to ensure you pick the right shades.

Modeling Healthy Stress Responses to Your Children

Teen son talking to his dad

Teen son talking to his dad

If you routinely feel stressed out, the way you react and respond to stressors can either help or hurt the way your children process their own emotions.

Woman working out at home

Woman working out at home

Exercise and Your Gut: Move More for Improved Health

While it’s long been known that healthy eating can improve gut health, not as much research has been focused on exercise but recent discoveries are promising.

Filing Taxes: Resources Available for Michigan Filers with Low- to Moderate-Incomes

Young couple working on taxes together

Young couple working on taxes together

Tax time can be stressful and confusing for many. For low- to moderate-income filers, help is available.

Mom comforting daughter

Mom comforting daughter

When Kids Cut: Understanding Self-Harm

Why do kids harm themselves? In many cases, it's a way to assert control during stressful circumstances. Find out signs to watch for and how to get help.

ADHD Diagnosis Provided Freedom, Answers for Michigan Woman

Betsy Thompson

Betsy Thompson

As a child, Betsy Thompson didn't fit the mold for kids with ADHD. It was years later as an adult that she sought help and discovered she had the condition.

Mom helping daughter water a plant

Mom helping daughter water a plant

Set Family Goals for 2021

Does your family set goals you can work on together? Make 2021 the year you explore more, get healthier together and have new experiences!

On Your Phone Too Much? Here’s How to Set Realistic Tech Limits

Couple looking at their phones in bed

Couple looking at their phones in bed

If one of your health goals is to cut back on the amount of time you spend on your phone, having a concrete plan with achievable goals will help you succeed.

Elderly man talking on the phone

Elderly man talking on the phone

Checking In On the Mental Health of Older Loved Ones

Seniors staying safe by staying at home have lost normal social connections, increasing their risk for isolation and depression. Listen for warning signs.

What the Pandemic Taught Us: Finding the Positive in a Tumultuous Year

Dad helping his little boy put a puzzle together

Dad helping his little boy put a puzzle together

This year has been tough, but there have been lessons to carry forward. As we look ahead to 2021, take a second to pause and reflect on the good from 2020.