Balanced Kids MN

Balanced Kids MN We strive to make each visit safe, thorough, and stress free, ensuring every child feels comfortable, and every parent feels confident.

Dr. Sarah Slater, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC
In-Home Pediatric Healthcare
šŸ”Minnesota Twin Cities Metro
šŸ¤’ Same Day Next Day Sick Visits

https://linktr.ee/BalancedkidsMN Balanced Kids is committed to providing top quality, convenient child and adolescent integrative care and whole family plant wellness consultations through a concierge model that meets you where you are, literally and figuratively. Our mis

sion is to deliver expert care with flexibility, compassion, and integrity, so your family is always cleared, cared for, and ready to go.

06/18/2026

People donā€™t usually switch to cash-pay because they dislike insurance. They switch because they want easier access, more time with their provider, transparent pricing, and support when they actually need it.

Specifically with pediatrics, parents are tired of:

* Waiting days or weeks for appointments when their child needs one today
* Spending hours in urgent care for concerns that could have been managed more simply
* Paying copays over and over again
* Feeling like they have nowhere to turn when questions come up between visits

They want a provider they can reach.

Someone who knows their child, understands their history, and can help them make decisions in real time.

For my Balanced Kids members, the ability to send a quick text, get timely guidance, and avoid unnecessary urgent care or emergency room visits is what makes the biggest difference.

Because what parents need is not always most another appointmentā€¦itā€™s knowing they have someone in their corner when questions arise.

06/01/2026

I canā€™t believe weā€™re going to have a first grader soon. šŸ„¹ā¤ļø This school year flew by.

One of the things Iā€™m most grateful for is the flexibility that owning Balanced Kids gives meā€¦the ability to be present for these big moments with my own family while also helping other families receive care in a way that fits their lives.

Itā€™s an honor to care for your children while still being there for mine too. šŸ’™

Hereā€™s to one more week of kindergarten and all the fun that summer brings! ā˜€ļø

05/29/2026

Most pediatric healthcare doesnā€™t require a waiting room.

Before each day starts, I double check that all equipment is powered up and everything is ready to go. From strep testing to antibiotics, to vision and hearing testing tools, I bring high-quality pediatric healthcare directly to your family.

No dragging sick kids across town.
No crowded waiting rooms.
No sitting for hours wondering when youā€™ll be called back.

Just personalized, relationship-based care delivered where your child is most comfortable, at home.

At Balanced Kids, we bring the clinic to YOU. šŸ’š

05/26/2026

Did you know your child can close their eyes when applying eye drops? One of the easiest tricks is to have your child lay flat with their eyes closed, then place the drops on the inner corner of the eye. When they open their eyes, the drops flow right in.

Itā€™s SO much easier than wrestling with your child to keep their eyes open in order to instill the drops.

My girl got a gross crusty pink eye after battling a cold with lots of congestion. She still fusses about the drops, but this trick makes the process much less stressful for both of us.

05/21/2026

This is what direct access looks like.

Not a phone tree.
Not waiting days for a call back.
Not wondering if youā€™re overreacting.

Just texting your childā€™s provider and getting guidance from someone who already knows your family, your child, your history, and your values.

One of the biggest differences with Balanced Kids is that members have direct access to me 24/7 for questions and concerns. Sometimes families simply need reassurance. Sometimes they need help deciding if their child actually needs to be seen. Most times we can manage things right from home.

Many pediatric concerns do not require an urgent care visit or sitting in a waiting room for hours. My goal is always to help guide families toward the right next step while keeping care as convenient, personal, and supportive as possible.

This is healthcare built around real family life.
Care that meets you where you are. šŸ¤

Looks like the perfect Sunday resetā€¦.. but Iā€™d be lying if I didnā€™t say there was a lot of screaming, wrestling, crying...
05/03/2026

Looks like the perfect Sunday resetā€¦.. but Iā€™d be lying if I didnā€™t say there was a lot of screaming, wrestling, cryingā€¦..what was your Sunday reset like?

04/30/2026

A Balanced Kids member texted me early that her little girl was dealing with intense nausea + frequent vomiting. She couldnā€™t even keep down a teaspoon of water without throwing up bile. No urine for hours. Miserable, exhausted, and dehydrated.

This is where having direct access to your provider matters.

Because I know this family well, we skipped the waiting room, the phone tree, and the guessing game. One quick call ā†’ fast assessment ā†’ clear plan.

We started anti-nausea support, created an oral rehydration plan, and got meds on board ASAP. Within hours, they were able to start turning things around at home šŸ’›

THIS is the difference:
āœØ Text access when you need it
āœØ A provider who knows your child
āœØ Fast, personalized care
āœØ Fewer ER/urgent care visits

You donā€™t have to navigate sick days alone.

šŸ“² Text me anytime: 651-758-3184
Or book a visit and experience care that meets you where you are.

04/29/2026

Did you guess the diagnosis?!

58% got it right šŸ‘

The correct answer was Fifth Disease.
Also known as erythema infectiosum, this illness is caused by parvovirus B19ā€¦ and no, it is not the same parvovirus your dog gets. šŸ¶šŸ™ƒ

This viral illness tends to spike in the spring and early summer months and often starts with:
šŸ¤’ fever
šŸ¤§ runny nose
šŸ˜“ fatigue
šŸ¤• headache
šŸ˜£ sore throat
šŸ½ decreased appetite

Then many kids improve for a bitā€¦ before the classic clue appears:
šŸ”„ bright red ā€œslapped cheeksā€ šŸ”„
This is often followed by a lacy rash on the arms, legs, or body that may come and go for days to weeks.

The tricky part? Kids often seem BETTER right before the rash shows upā€¦

The good news: it is usually mild and self-limited in otherwise healthy children.

Once the slapped cheeks or rash appears, your child is typically no longer contagious and can return to usual activities.

There is no specific treatmentā€”just supportive care like fluids, rest, and comfort measures.

āš ļø If someone who is pregnant or immunocompromised has been exposed, they should contact their healthcare provider, as extra steps may be needed.

Follow Balanced Kids MN for practical pediatric education and real-life kid health pearls.

04/23/2026

I realized on short notice that my certification was about to lapse, and made the whole process incredibly easy and stress-free.

Hands down the best renewal experience ever. She offers mobile training, does group sessions, and comes to you, which makes it so convenient for busy families and professionals.

She is also an IBCLC lactation consultant, so whether you need breastfeeding support, want to learn CPR, or need certification renewal, she is tour person.

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