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CDC Recommends New RSV Vaccine for Pregnant Mothers: Findings Show it Can Save Lives
The American Hospital Association is reporting that expecting mothers can protect their newborns by taking the newly-approved RSV vaccine. When taken in the final weeks

5 Essential Bicycle Safety Tips to Share with Your Kids
5 Essential Bicycle Safety Tips to Share with Your Kids – If you’re making plans with your little ones to cherish the cooler weather with

Baby Brain? Science Tells us Pregnancy Affects our Brains Much Longer than We Thought
Baby brain, pregnancy brain, mom fog, momnesia…we all know the feeling. While doctors and researchers have confirmed that, yes, pregnancy brain is a thing, new

All US State AGs Urge Action on AI to Protect Children
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. AI programs help to edit our writing, find ideas for dinner, and alert us when our cars need maintenance. ChatGPT

Time Spent Together is Never Wasted
Did you know that kids who regularly share in family dinners are 50% less likely to use drugs and alcohol?

Keeping Your Loved Ones Safe from Harmful Algal Blooms
Keeping Your Loved Ones Safe from Harmful Algal Blooms – Did you know that this is a time of year when harmful algal blooms can

6 Tips for Following Your Dreams
Have you always wanted a meaningful career working with kids? It’s not too late to follow your dreams and make a difference!

Transportation: Now We’re Getting Somewhere
Sometimes we take getting around for granted, especially if your family owns a personal vehicle, but what can you do if you find yourself without

New Law Removes Accountability and Credentialing from Homeschooling Requirements
Passed as a part of the education overall bill, Issue 1, a new law will remove accountability and credentialing requirements for homeschooled students and their

Top Three Illnesses Your Family Can Catch This Fall Season
Top Three Illnesses Your Family Can Catch This Fall Season – Fall is fast approaching: and all the sickness-related drama is coming with it! Check

Visit the Enchanted Forest at The Wilderness Center
(WILMOT, OH) – On October 6 and 7, 2023, the trails of The Wilderness Center (TWC) will be transformed into The Enchanted Forest! Enchanted Forest

Do You Have A Rewarding Career?
Some jobs are nothing more than a paycheck, but some jobs give you a deeper sense of purpose and make a huge difference in the

The Ultimate Amazing Fall Festivities List! 🎃
Are you looking for the ultimate fall list of activities, farms, orchards, and pumpkin patches? Congratulations! You’ve found it!

5 Tips to Put Your Emergency Preparedness Plan in Place Today
5 Tips to Put Your Emergency Preparedness Plan in Place Today – We’ve seen the news with insane amounts of natural disasters taking place all

YOU are an Influencer!
Calling all moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and older cousins! Did you know you are a massive influencer in your teen’s life?

Master Your Mornings With These 5 Tips!
Transitioning to a structured schedule is difficult for adults and little ones, especially when kids are still learning to take care of themselves.

How to Motivate Your Teen to Wake Up for School: A Mom’s Ultimate Guide
Do you find yourself tirelessly trying to wrench your teenager out of bed every morning, only to be met with groans, eye rolls, or even

Community Health Workers: Your Trusted Allies in Motherhood
Community Health Workers: Your Trusted Allies in Motherhood – Do you know what a community health worker (CHW) is and how they help you during

Potential Public Health Crisis: Kindergarten Vaccination Rates Down in Ohio
Exemptions for kindergarten vaccinations increased 50% this school year and health officials are concerned. Vaccinations are a critical tool in prevention of outbreaks of deadly

Seatbelts for Ohio Buses?: Recent deadly accident prompts debate and task force
A recent deadly accident involving a school bus has reignited a conversation about seat belts on school buses. One student was killed and nearly two

Mistreatment During Maternity Care Adding to the Rising Maternal Mortality Rate
According to a new report published by the CDC, about 20% of women reported mistreatment while receiving maternity care. Adding to this, 30% of Black,

How to Really Prep Your Child for Kindergarten
Are you stressing about sending your child off to kindergarten? Here are some essential ways to help them prepare for school!

10 Questions to Ask Your Teen
How can you bond with your teen and keep them out of trouble? Keep an open line of communication and ask them questions!

Press Release: Governor DeWine Announces More Ohio Children Will Have Access to High-Quality Preschool Education
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced an unprecedented increase in the number of children who will now have access to high-quality preschool education. With an

Trend Alert: More Mothers are Waiting for Advanced Maternal Age to Conceive
Advanced maternal age (AMA) is a term used to describe women over the age of 35, according to the National Institute of Health. A new

Fill Out This Survey In Exchange for a Chance at $50 in Gas For Your Car!
Fill Out This Survey In Exchange for a Chance at $50 in Gas For Your Car! – Tuscarawas County Newsymamas: Behold an opportunity to fill

5 Benefits of Working with Kids
If you’ve ever felt called to work with children and encourage their education, now is the time to pursue it!

Back to Self-Care at Belden Village Mall
Back-to-school? No, back to self-care.

Press Release: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of East Central Ohio is Expanding to Harrison County!
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of East Central Ohio is expanding services to Harrison County, allowing them to serve more children in need. Check out

Join the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Kickoff Event at Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market on August 23rd from 3PM-7PM
Join the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Kickoff Event at Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market on August 23rd from 3PM-7PM – If you needed another

Make a Difference Every Day
SCCAA Head Start is looking for employees determined to make a difference in the lives of young kids.

Got Goals? The New School Year Offers New Opportunity for Growth
In addition to bringing parents some relief, the new school year brings new opportunities. In order to make the most of the fresh start, parents

5 Benefits to Midnight Kayaking
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District offers multiple opportunities for a moonlight paddle! But what are the benefits of evening kayaking?

Keeping Kids Happy and Healthy Around Animals: 3 Essential Tips
Keeping Kids Happy and Healthy Around Animals: 3 Essential Tips – Animal friends are the best! Our furry, scaly, and underwater friends are such an

Squeeze in a Little More Fun this Summer!
Before the school year starts, you have time to squeeze a little more fun into your summer!

20 Positive Affirmations We Can Tell Our Kids To Build Their Self-Confidence Later In Life
20 Positive Affirmations We Can Tell Our Kids To Build Their Self-Confidence Later In Life – Do you know the power of positive affirmations on

Talking to Your Teen About Tough Stuff
Parents of teenagers know that it can be difficult to convince them to open up. We’re sharing some tips to help you talk with your

Heading Back to School: Safety First for a Successful Year!
Heading Back to School: Safety First for a Successful Year! – It’s almost that time… School is right around the corner! There are three important

Parents! Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?!
Did you know? Head Start is the most successful, longest running, national school-readiness program in the United States!

Ultimate Outdoor Concert Checklist
Summertime is outdoor concert season! This year Atwood Lake Park will host Craig Morgan for a summer outdoor concert on Saturday, August 19!

Ohio Child Care Troubles: The State Ranks at the Bottom
Ohio’s child care system is in trouble, according to several recent reports. Cleveland.com recently reported that Ohio Ranks dead last nationally for subsidizing child care

Beat the Heat!
Beat the Heat! – Did you know we’re experiencing what’s called a “heat dome”? After breaking over 2,300 records of some of the hottest days

Fifteen Free & Low-Cost Activities To Do With Your Kiddos
Fifteen Free & Low-Cost Activities To Do With Your Kiddos – I don’t know about you, but I think all of us need help finding

Helping Your High School Student
Making the move to high school is a big deal- for you and your teen. How can you help them excel during their freshman year?

Buckle Up Buckeyes: 5 Must-Know Tips for Booster Seat Safety!
Buckle Up Buckeyes: 5 Must-Know Tips for Booster Seat Safety! – According to NHTSA, 46% of car seats and booster seats are used incorrectly, while

You Can Go Behind the Scenes at The Wilderness Center!
(WILMOT, OH) – Would you like to check out Behind the Scenes of Conservation at The Wilderness Center?

Hey Moms! Let’s Talk Naloxone (Narcan): A Life-Saver in Tuscarawas County
Hey Moms! Let’s Talk Naloxone (Narcan): A Life-Saver in Tuscarawas County – We know Ohio is struggling with the opioid crisis, but there’s so much

Balancing Extracurriculars for Kids in Foster Care
The schedule of kids in foster care can be very demanding. Balancing extracurriculars is important to empower kids in foster care to be kids. Appointments

The Emoji Playbook: pt 2
What are your teens even saying?! If you’ve ever wondered what your kids might actually be texting, this guide is for you!

How to Ball on A $50 Budget At Belden Village Mall
How to Ball on A $50 Budget At Belden Village Mall – Did you know you could ball on a budget and give your kids