K-State Research and Extension - Cottonwood Extension District

Do you pressure can? Now is the time to visit your local Extension office to have your dial gauges tested for accuracy!

Pressure canners are required for canning low acid foods such as meat, poultry and plain vegetables. Always read the canner manuals for use and care. Dial gauges for the brands National, Presto, Maid of Honor and Magic Seal can be tested by local Extension offices. Learn more at https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/.../fn2064-pressure-can-it ... and https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/preservation/index.html K-State Research & Extension Rapid Response Center

There will be an entomology workshop hosted by the Ellis County 4-H Summer Engagement interns to learn how to collect, pin, and identify insects! It will also cover simple life stages, insects in our area, and their ecological role. It will be from 10 am to 12 pm, on June 27th in the back room of the Extension Office in Hays. All youth are welcome to attend!

Please register by June 24th at https://tinyurl.com/yck2s89z

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BERAN: Emerald Circle honoring 4-H projects written by: Michelle Beran - 4-H Youth Development Agent in the Cottonwood Extension Distr

Don't forget about the First Friday e-call tomorrow at 9:30am!

Livestock families: The Barton Co. Fair Board asked us to share info regarding their Open Bucket Calf Show.

Wellness Wednesday #6 will take place on Wednesday, June 5th at the Great Bend Senior Center. Join Karissa to talk about technology and how you can use it as a tool to connect with others, learn new things, and exercise the brain!

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All women need to know the risk factors for developing high blood pressure during pregnancy - and that you can also have no risk factors, but still may develop it. Talk to your doctor and attend regular appointments which will check for signs of that may not have obvious symptoms, like protein in your urine.

Ellis County FCW Agent, Monique Korner will be hosting a Muffin Class to help everyone get ready for the King Arthur category at the Ellis County Fair. Join us at the First United Methodist Church kitchen on June 10, 2024 from 2-4pm.
Please call our office to register by 5 pm, June 7th.

Postpartum preeclampsia can happen up to six weeks postpartum. It's important that women pay attention to specific postpartum symptoms, including severe headache, vision changes, swelling of the hands and face, and especially difficulty breathing. Help share this video to educate others on what they need to know: stillatrisk.org

Livestock families: The Barton Co. Fair Board asked us to share info regarding their Open Class Livestock show.

Know the symptoms of : severe headache, swelling in the hands and face, visual issues, nausea and vomiting, stomach or abdomen pain, sudden weight gain, and/or shortness of breath. Preeclampsia can occur in any pregnancy, so all moms need to know.

Our 4 4-H summer engagement grant interns are at training this week to learn about the curriculum they can teach this summer to youth. This grant is a partnership with Kansas Department of Education and Kansas 4-H to provide summer programming. Watch our page for events coming soon!!

May is National Preeclampsia Awareness Month – 60% of maternal deaths
due to are preventable. Let’s ensure every mother in any
pregnancy knows the signs and symptoms of preeclampsia. Learn more at
preeclampsia.org

Happy first official day of Summer.
Reminder that Summer Meals will not start until June 3.

Learning new things takes LOTS of practice and patience! Sometimes, learning how to handle ourselves in uncomfortable and stressful situations is the most important lesson.

These Cottonwood-BT 4-H members have stepped into a new environment with new teammates (their dogs! 🐶). Many thanks to Lauren Haselhorst for teaching and mentoring this great group!

You’ll find Payten and Brin, George and Snoopy, Kylie and Blu, and Shelby and Enola!

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can be joyful but also overwhelming. If you are not feeling like yourself, it’s okay to seek help. 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/maternal-mental-health/

The Cottonwood District will host a Dining with Diabetes program at the Hays Recreation Commission

The class will begin on June 6th for a four-week series from 4-6 pm. The program is designed for people with diabetes, their family members, and caregivers.

If you have questions or would like to register, please give us a call!

More information can be found on the flyer and at: https://www.k-state.edu/diningwithdiabetes/

This is a really great program for kids and families to do fun things this summer!

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Glowing from the inside out? Pregnancy is beautiful, but it can also be emotionally complex. This , remember it’s okay to not feel okay. Mood swings, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed are all common. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone! SAMHSA has resources to support your mental health journey. ➡️ 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/maternal-mental-health/

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KOERNER: Dining with Diabetes will be offered in June 2024 By MONIQUE KOERNERCottonwood Extension DistrictDo you have diabetes?

Schools are counting down the final days of spring semester and kids are ready for summer break! Many parents are asking the question: Is my child old enough to be left home alone? Visit https://www.safekidskansas.org/home_safety.htm and click on our "Home Alone Guidance" for a checklist in English and Spanish. This worksheet will help you decide when your child is ready and help prepare them for the responsibility of being home alone. You can also fill in emergency contact information and your own "house rules". Check it out!

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Do you or a loved one have diabetes? Want to make the best choices for your health? We can help! Class incluces planning healthy meals and snacks, cooking demonstrations, motivation and support, ideas for being more active, and an understanding of how diabetes affects your overall health.