Hilary Benson

Hilary Benson

Hilary Benson is a Seattle-area mother of three children whose writing focuses on youth health and development topics. She works for Overlake Medical Center in Bellevue.

Recent Articles

High School

After-School Special: Creating Cultural Competency

Culturally authentic and relevant programs foster true connections and better outcomes for kids

By: Hilary Benson | Sep 27, 2014

Work + Life Balance

After-School Special

What happens to kids after school matters, even more than we think

By: Hilary Benson | Aug 24, 2014

Family Safety

From the Sidelines: Why Trampolines Aren’t Toys

By: Hilary Benson | Jul 17, 2014

Health + Nutrition

From the Sidelines: Healthy Soccer Feet

By: Hilary Benson | Jun 12, 2014

Travel

Chasing Lincoln: A Single-Minded Historical Adventure

By: Hilary Benson | May 30, 2014

Behavior + Discipline

From the Sidelines: Tackle Kids' Emotions Using Sports Talk

Teaming sports with emotional literacy

By: Hilary Benson | May 09, 2014

Health + Nutrition

From the Sidelines: Training Girls to Win in Sports (and Life!)

By: Hilary Benson | Apr 03, 2014
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Travel

Legoland: 7 Insider Tips to Make Everything Awesome

Top tips for a fantastic family trip to Legoland California

By: Hilary Benson | Mar 18, 2014

Ages 6 - 10

From the Sidelines: Save Your Slugger's Arm

By: Hilary Benson | Feb 28, 2014

Sports

From the Sidelines: Sochi Crash a Good Helmet Safety Reminder

By: Hilary Benson | Feb 13, 2014