January 14, 2020 • Page 10 shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com Search Underway For Special School Administrators in such areas as the business office and human resources functions. “Dr. Kaiser offered a unique skill set and the willingness to manage both institutions. This arrangement has worked very well under her shared leadership at both schools since 2010,” Beran said. “For recruitment purposes, however, the regents believed it would be a challenge to hire someone with expertise in both fields and who could easily manage two institutions that are 200 miles apart.” Regents’ officials said the search for the two special school administrators should conclude by sometime in March. The search processes at both schools will include input from advisory search committee members that represent constituencies to include employees and parents, as well as the foundations and advisory councils for the special schools. Regent Jim Thares of Aberdeen and Regent Jim Morgan of Brookings will co-chair the search processes at the special schools. ‘Dances Of Universal Peace’ Slated 3 Surprising Things That Happen to Women’s Bodies After Giving Birth Stress Urinary Incontinence Commonly referred to as light bladder leakage (LBL), stress urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine when sudden pressure is placed on the bladder, like when you sneeze, cough, jump or laugh. One in three women of all ages experiences LBL, and it’s especially common among women who’ve given birth. of solutions designed to move with women’s bodies, including pads, ultra-thin pads, liners and microliners, in multiple sizes and absorbency levels. 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Wilson King will play a circa 19341936 Gibson ‘Nick Lucas Special’; a 1935 C.F. Martin Model 000-18; and a 1953 Gibson Jumbo (J-185) from the NMM’s remarkable Barmeyer guitar collection. According to NMM Curator of Stringed Instruments Arian Sheets, “These are some of the best sounding instruments in the Museum’s collections.” Excess Sweat Between 2004 and 2007 guitar-aficionado John Robert Many women sweat more, Barmeyer generously donated ten revered vintage American acoustic guitars to the National Music Museum. Barmeyer, particularly at night, in the first who passed away in April of 2018, in Georgia, was a discernfew weeks after giving birth. This ing collector with a lifelong passion for great guitars. Each is caused by the natural process historic instrument he donated to the NMM — including a of your hormones working to rid famed 1941 Martin D-28 ‘dreadnought’ model that set the your body of the excess fluids that iconic look and standard for flat-top guitars—strikes a differsupported your pregnancy. To combat this issue, wear loose-fitting, ent chord. The NMM’s Patricia Bornhofen says, “This is not only a light garments and remember to stay great Friday evening of acoustic guitar music, it’s in a sense hydrated. a dynamic museum exhibit. Curator Arian Sheets and T. Caring for a new baby can be Wilson King will offer insights into historic resonances of overwhelming at first, but it’s the guitars.” For instance, Gibson’s ‘Nick Lucas Special’ was important not to ignore your the first celebrity-endorsed guitar offered by an American own wellness. Taking good care manufacturer — a marketing idea that has since proven to of yourself will help make your be a stunning success for the industry. Gibson advertised transition into parenthood more this small-bodied but deep guitar as exceptional for “vocal comfortable. accompaniment on the stage, radio, and records.” Popular Siouxland guitarist T. Wilson King has a long performance history and relationship with the NMM, including helping the Museum secure its B.B King-signed “Lucille” guitar as well as a recent Tommy Bolin-model electric. “T.’s a guitar hero to the NMM,” says Bornhofen. The National Music Museum is still closed to the public while it is undergoing architectural expansion, but the NMM Live! concerts, as well as NMM social media and website news are ongoing. More information at nmmusd.org How to Encourage Your Child’s Imagination and Self-Expression (StatePoint) Childhood is a time for imaginations to run wild. But when children’s schedules are filled to the brim with too many structured classes and extra-curricular activities, it can limit selfexpression. After carving out space and time for letting your child’s creative mind flourish, consider these ideas and tips: • Play Dress-Up: Playing dress-up gives children opportunities to empathize, solve problems, increase their vocabulary and work together. Handbags, hats, old eyeglass frames -the next time you clean out your wardrobe, give those items a second life in the costume closet, where they will help your Congratulations children build worlds and tell stories. • Provide Interactive Toys: Many of today’s interactive toys are packed with big potential for creative self-expression. For example, Myla the Magical Unicorn from VTech, a colorful unicorn toy that glitters with lights as she talks and sings, introduces early concepts of color combination in a fun way. Kids can practice matching and mixing colors using a magic brush to decorate Myla, and stylize her by brushing her tail and braiding her mane. Using the microphone, kids can sing a rocking duet, and when it’s time to go solo, they can pull the microphone away, so Myla stops singing but keeps playing music. • Talk It Out: Whether you’re running errands or eating dinner, you can promote creative thinking just by spending this time talking. Start a conversation with your child about books and art. Ask questions about your child’s day. Whatever the topic may be, just be sure to avoid conversational dead-ends, such as yes-or-no questions. Instead, foster a dialogue that lends itself to new questions, discovery, and vivid descriptions of sights, sounds and feelings. When parents provide children with time, space and freedom to play, create and build on their own, their imaginations can soar. Yankton’s Premier Yarn Shop Yankton Winnelson Co. The Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors hosted a showroom expansion ribbon cutting for Yankton Winnelson Co. at their location, 908 W. 19th Street. Yankton Winnelson Co. is a wholesale plumbing company that has been in business since 1981. Locally owned and operated, they now have a showroom where you can view new fixtures for your bathroom and kitchen needs. Stop in and visit with the owner, Dale Thunker and his experts. Hours are Monday – Friday: 7am-5pm. They can be reached at 605-665-6661 or check out their website, www.winsupplyinc.com or their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/yanktonwinnelson/. King To Play Historic Guitars In Concert Bilingual Storytime Set For Library Help the Yankton Community Library celebrate Chinese New Year with a special Bilingual Storytime (English/Chinese). On Tuesday, Jan 21, at 10:30 a.m. during the library’s regular Storytime, they will have fun with stories, songs, finger plays and movement in both English and Chinese for families to enjoy together. This program is a partnership with Cornerstones Career Learning Center. Bilingual storytime is free of charge and no registration is required. For questions, call the library at 605-668-5275 or email library@cityofyankton.org. There’s something for everyone... M I S S O U R I VA L L E Y Hair Loss Triggered by a change in estrogen levels, approximately 40 to 50 percent of women experience telogen effluvium -- the excessive shedding of hair that occurs one to five months post-pregnancy, according to the American Pregnancy Association. The good news is that it’s usually temporary. Women can protect their hair by being extra gentle with it, particularly when it’s wet and more prone to breakage. Foods rich in flavonoids, antioxidants, biotin, zinc and vitamins B, C and E can also promote strong, healthy hair. “Carrying the weight of a baby in the pelvis and the childbirth process can do quite a number on the pelvic floor and bladder, making it difficult to control urine flow, especially when you’re exerting yourself,” says Poise women’s health expert Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OB/GYN. Dr. Shepherd notes that unhealthy lifestyle habits like smoking, drinking alcohol and using artificial sweeteners can increase one’s chances of experiencing LBL. Spicy, more acidic foods can also trigger LBL if you already have it. “Knowing how your bladder reacts when you consume various foods can help you identify and avoid triggers,” says Dr. Shepherd. Though common, many women are embarrassed by LBL. However, acknowledging it can help you find solutions. Here are a few to consider: • Early on in your pregnancy, incorporate pelvic floor strengthening exercises into your fitness routine like Pilates, tai chi and Kegels. • Try over-the-counter solutions specifically designed to protect against leaks. According to a survey conducted by Poise, 63 percent of women have used a sanitary napkin or period pad to address bladder leaks. These products weren’t designed to absorb moisture from urine and fail to provide LBL protection needed to stay comfortable and confident. Brands like Poise offer a variety VERMILLION — The “Dances of Universal Peace” are spiritual practice in motion. Drawing on the sacred phrases, Scripture and poetry of many spiritual traditions of the earth, the Dances blend chant, music, and movement into a living experience of unity, peace, integration and healing. All are invited to join the staff at the Vermillion Public Library on the second Sunday of the month, from 2-3:30 p.m. Learn more on the “Vermillion Dances of Universal Peace” Facebook page. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street, Vermillion. IN THE (StatePoint) Along with the joy of bringing a baby into the world, physical changes from pregnancy and postpartum conditions may cause unexpected effects on the body. It’s important to proactively discuss these topics with friends and physicians to stay informed, know you aren’t alone and understand what effective solutions are available. VERMILLION — Edie’s Book Shop, operated by the Friends of the Vermillion Public Library, will be operating January through June of 2020. One Friday & Saturday each month, you will be able to access great deals on books — everything from the newest bestsellers, to the hottest mysteries, vintage books, children’s, YA and much more. All of Edie’s sales go right back to the Library in the form of Summer Reading Program support, purchasing library materials and equipment, and special library projects. Edie’s can be found in the basement of the Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library. Stop by and shop for literary finds from 10 a.m.4 p.m. on the following dates — Jan. 10-11; Feb. 1415; March 13-14; April 3-4; May 8-9; and June 12-13. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street in Vermillion. For more information, call the Library at 605-677-7060 or email vplstaff@vermillionpubliclibrary.org. 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