Search Results

Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Family

Family relationships can be beautiful but tricky to navigate at times. Learning how to establish healthy boundaries can help us protect ourselves and our mental health. What are boundaries? Our boundaries are how we honor our needs, goals, feelings, and values. Boundaries can be considered guidelines to live by that…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Communicating, Family, My Relationships, Unhealthy Relationships

Ways to Help a Friend Who is Being Bullied

Bullying is never fun or funny, especially when it’s happening to a friend. It might be hard to see someone you care about being belittled or feeling helpless. But there are things you can do to help a friend who is being bullied that are safe and won’t make you…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Abuse and Violence, Bullying Prevention, Friendships, My Relationships

Stocking Your Pantry: A Guide to Pantry Necessities

Whether you’re new to cooking or just moved into your own place, having your pantry stocked is key to making delicious homecooked meals. Stocking your pantry might seem overwhelming at first, especially if you’ve never done it before. But it doesn’t have to be! The following is a guide to…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Becoming Independent, Eating Well, Feeling Healthy

Financial Aid – Getting Money for College

Going to college can be expensive, but financial aid and scholarships can make it much more affordable… sometimes even free! This article will give you some practical advice about applying for financial aid and scholarships. Make sure to check out the resources at the end of this article for places…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Becoming Independent, Coming-of-Age, Life Transitions

What Does Disability Really Mean?

How Do You Define Disability? “Disability” can mean different things to different people. Often, the word is used to describe the limitations a person faces. This means that a person with a disability may not be able to participate in an activity or activities in the same way as other…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Common Diseases & Illnesses, Health Care

Heads Up: Sex Must Start with Consent

The idea of having sex can be both exciting and nerve-wracking! You may ask yourself, “What am I supposed to do?” or “Will my partner like this?” Most of your questions may be about pleasure and performance. These questions are important! But it’s also important that you check-in and ask…

Date posted: February 14, 2023

Categories: Communicating, Dating violence and sexual assault, My Relationships, Relationships and Dating, Sex, Sexual Health, Virginity

How to Swap in Healthier Foods for Junk Food

With our busy schedules, from school to sports to work, it can be challenging to find time for ourselves. But self-care is essential. Part of caring for yourself involves what you put into your body, but many junk foods are more accessible than healthier options. Some even look and taste…

Date posted: February 13, 2023

Categories: Eating Well, Feeling Healthy, Health Care, My Body

How to Access Free or Low-Cost Birth Control

When it comes to birth control, there are many different options available to choose from – many of which you can get free or at a low cost. First Thing’s First If you are under your parents’ health insurance but don’t want your parents to know that you are on…

Date posted: February 13, 2023

Categories: Birth Control, My Relationships, Pregnancy, Sexual Health

My Abortion Story

Acknowledgment: We R Native would like to thank the author for sharing their abortion experience. It takes courage, but we can learn a great deal from one another when we tell our stories. If you are interested in sharing your abortion story, contact us at wernative@gmail.com. A surprising discovery I…

Date posted: February 11, 2023

Categories: Anatomy, Birth Control, My Relationships, Pregnancy, Sex, Sexual Health

Tips for Teens with Diabetes

Diabetes can happen to anyone at any age. Type 1 diabetes (T1D) occurs when the body makes little or no insulin – a hormone that helps sugar move from our blood into our cells. Without insulin, blood sugar can’t get into our cells and builds up in our bloodstream. This…

Date posted: February 10, 2023

Categories: Common Diseases & Illnesses, Eating Well, Feeling Healthy, Fitness, Health Care, My Body

How to Stay Safe from COVID-19

Going to school in person can be super fun. You get to hang out with your friends, know what’s happening, see your favorite teacher, and maybe even bump into your crush. But some of these things might not be possible if you’re sick with COVID-19. Because COVID-19 is highly contagious…

Date posted: February 10, 2023

Categories: Common Diseases & Illnesses, Feeling Healthy, Health Care, My Body

How to Protect Yourself from the Flu

The fall season is an exciting time! There are fun activities to do with loved ones, such as visiting a pumpkin patch, bonding over s’mores at a bonfire, and staying cozy at home with a movie night. But one not-so-fun fall activity: getting sick with the flu! So, how can…

Date posted: February 10, 2023

Categories: Common Diseases & Illnesses, Feeling Healthy, Health Care, My Body

Search Results

Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Family

Ways to Help a Friend Who is Being Bullied

Stocking Your Pantry: A Guide to Pantry Necessities

Financial Aid – Getting Money for College

What Does Disability Really Mean?

Heads Up: Sex Must Start with Consent

How to Swap in Healthier Foods for Junk Food

How to Access Free or Low-Cost Birth Control

My Abortion Story

Tips for Teens with Diabetes

How to Stay Safe from COVID-19

How to Protect Yourself from the Flu

Help spread our message

We want to hear from you.

Help spread our message

We want to hear from you.