Our kids need more mental health resources and it’s up to the adults to make it happen. When we launched the Health Huddle in September 2019, we knew there...
Category: Health Huddle
Tragedy Strikes Boulder, Injecting Sadness, Fear, Anger Into an Already Vulnerable Society
When tragedy hits close to home, it can be impossible to know how to cope. Especially when feelings of anxiety, stress or overall sadness take over. Experts from the...
Guest Blog: How To Help Kids Transition Back to In-Person Learning
Ali Schroer, MSW, LCSW Schroer Counseling & Consulting, LLC It’s finally the time so many of us have been waiting for – our kids are going back to school!...
Direct From Teens: How to Help During the Pandemic
Have you wondered how teens really feel about the coronavirus pandemic? Well, you're in luck. Our partners at Children's Hospital Colorado gathered feedback direct from the source. Check it...
How To Maintain Healthy Sleep Habits During Stressful Times
We know sleep is important. We also know that the last year has impacted our sleep habits, maybe for the better or maybe for worse. Between limiting stressors and...
The Female Athlete Triad
Sports like gymnastics, soccer, basketball and track require high energy input, meaning girls in those sports must eat enough of the right foods to remain healthy and at the...
Meet Ali Schroer, LCSW!
Say hello to the Gold Crown Health Huddle's newest expert...Ali Schroer, LCSW! We're very excited to have Ali as an added resource for coaches, parents, participants and community members....
What is an athletic trainer?
Have you had the chance to meet our amazing Children's Hospital Colorado athletic trainer, Alexis, yet? If not, next time you're at the Gold Crown Field House find the...
What Brain Science Can Teach Us About Adolescent Stress and Resilience
Adolescence can be stressful without a global pandemic, but imagine having to deal with all of the usual suspects of adolescence in 2020 and then throw in a global...
Sleep for Student Athletes Impacts Performance
Did you know that sleep (or lack of) can impact injury risk and recovery time in a young athlete? Did you also know that only 20% of teens get...