August is National Breastfeeding Month. In 2024, the theme will be “Nourish, Sustain, Thrive.” I grew up hearing my grandmother say, “Breast is best.” She also claimed that any amount of time breastfeeding, no matter how short, would be best for the baby and that it was always the right temperature.

As a mother and educator, I have always believed that a preventive and constructive approach is better than having to fix something. I always appreciate “awareness months” that help busy parents remember what they need to “stay on track” and take the steps required to support our children’s health and well-being.

The University of Arizona expanded its parental leave policy in January 2022 to provide 12 weeks of paid leave and 12 weeks of optional unpaid leave. Data from 354 employees showed that more women (62%) used parental leave than men (38%), despite the university workforce being 57% female and 43% male.

Taking care of yourself is essential to being able to take care of others. Consider incorporating yoga into your self-care routine to benefit both your physical and mental well-being.

Discover the importance of men's health and wellness during Men's Health Month and Pride Month. Take steps to reduce your risk of chronic diseases and support your mental health.

Have you ever stopped to think about the life lessons that a cactus can teach? Jo Corder shares valuable insights into the saguaro cactus and its wisdom. From self-care to boundaries and growth, the saguaro teaches valuable lessons to apply to our lives.

Employees can now access personalized and unbiased financial advice, educational webinars, and tools to create a personalized Retirement Blueprint through CAPTRUST. Learn more about how CAPTRUST can help you prepare for retirement, create a budget, manage debt, save for college, or buy a house.

Can mindfulness enhance productivity? A Stanford GSB lecturer and “contemplative scholar” Leah Weiss wrote the following tips for readers interested in practicing compassion in their daily lives.

La Universidad de Arizona es una institución diversa con estudiantes y empleados de todo el mundo. Como resultado, muchos hablan inglés como segunda lengua. Para garantizar la accesibilidad e inclusión, la Universidad ofrece algunos beneficios y recursos de apoyo en varios idiomas.

The University of Arizona is a diverse institution with students and staff from all over the world. As a result, many speak English as a second language. To ensure accessibility and inclusiveness, the university provides some benefits and support resources in multiple languages.