Stages & Ages - New Baby

Building Strong Family Wellness Habits This Winter
Winter offers a unique opportunity for families to reset habits and create healthy rhythms.

Winter Safety & Outdoor Play: Keeping Kids Safe While Having Fun
Winter play brings joy including sledding, snowmen, and crunchy steps in fresh snow. But cold weather also brings risks.

Safe, Snug, and Just Right: Preventing SIDS & Overheating in Babies
As a parents, our top priority is keeping our babies safe — that remains true when it comes to sleep.
Whooping Cough on the Rise: What Tuscarawas County Families Need to Know
Lately, “whooping cough” (also called pertussis) has been showing up more often—and that’s something parents should be aware of.. In

Healthy Aging, Emotional Wellness & Childhood Obesity Awareness for Ohio Families
September is rich with health awareness themes: healthy aging, childhood obesity, and mental wellness all gain attention this month. Ohio

Infant Mortality Awareness & Promoting Safe Starts
September is National Infant Mortality Awareness Month, and in Ohio, this is a time to center attention on safe infancy

Child Passenger Safety Week (September 15–21)
Car accidents remain a top cause of injury and death for children nationwide. Child Passenger Safety Week is a reminder
Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Support, Strength, and Celebration
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month A time to celebrate parents, babies, and the unique journey of breastfeeding. If you’ve

Perfect Christmas Guide for Kids: A Gift for Every Age
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for kids can be both exciting and daunting. With so many options available, it’s easy

Maximizing Family Wellness: Flu Vaccination at Trinity Health Centers
December is a pivotal time for family health, as flu season reaches its peak. For parents committed to protecting their

The Great Diaper Debate: Cloth vs. Disposable
Maybe it’s not even a question- your family is obviously doing disposable diapers. Or perhaps you’ve been sold on cloth

Unlock the Secrets of Baby Sleep 🔓 7 Secrets from Seasoned Moms
Baby sleep is the golden goose for every parent. It doesn’t matter if you have a 2 month old or

Navigating Postpartum Depression – Resources & Support for Moms
I could not have described the effects of postpartum depression until I had it myself. It’s incredibly difficult, but finding

Are You Raising a ’90s Kid?
Oh Snap! Are you raising a ’90s kid? (As if! Amiright?) I might be… So sue me! Check out these

A Letter to New Moms
No mom is ready for the rush of emotions, pressure, and love that you bring home with you from the

Baby Sign Language: A Fun Way to Communicate Before Talking
Waiting for your baby to say their first words is exciting and fun, but the idea of being able to

MUST HAVE Baby Registry Items
One might suggest that you don’t need anything for a newborn except diapers, milk, and a few onesies… but I’d

6 Signs of Possible Child Hearing Loss
Often times, parents are the first to notice when something unusual is going on with their child. Knowing the signs

Traveling with Tots: 5 Tips for a Hassle-Free Holiday
Traveling with kids is rarely a vacation- most parents will agree it’s a trip. Check out some tips to make

The Co-Sleeping Conundrum
It’s a hot button issue: to co-sleep or not to co-sleep. We’re not picking sides, but we will provide you

You & Your Baby: 5 Ways to Bond
It may seem silly when they’re so small, but bonding with your baby is very important for his or her

Budget-Friendly Baby: 5 Tips to Save During Baby’s 1st Year
Having a baby is amazing, exciting, a little scary, and very expensive. Unfortunately, no one warns you about that last one.

Stroller Fitness: Transform Your Daily Walks into a Full-Body Workout!
When you don’t have time to squeeze everything in, you may find it helpful to multitask. What better way for

Join the Conversation about Maternal Health: Congresswoman Emilia Sykes Holds Community Conversation Event in Canton
On May 30th, U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes, D-Akron, will hold a Community Conversation from 6 to 7 p.m. at the

TCHD: Connecting Parents with Ohio’s Children with Medical Disabilities Program
When your child is diagnosed with a medical handicap, the experience can be overwhelming. Sometimes it’s difficult to know where

Mom Friends: How to Find Them & Keep Them
You’re constantly surrounded by kids and noise and chaos as a mom… but why does it feel so lonely sometimes?

Back to Work: 3 Tips for Returning From Maternity Leave
Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, heading back to work after maternity leave is a difficult adjust, often

TuscBDD Partners with Local Parks to Provide Universal Changing Tables
(New Philadelphia, April 30, 2024) Press Release – The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities (TuscBDD) is pleased to partner

Get Vaxed: National Infant Immunization Week Reminds Parents to Protect Children and the Community with Recommendation Vaccinations
April 22nd-29th is National Infant Immunization Week, a reminder for parents to stay up-to-date on their babies’ immunization schedules. Childhood

Baby & Bingo: Introducing Your New Arrival to Your Pet
I have two wonderful, loving, gentle dogs- but I was terrified to bring my newborn daughter home and introduce the

Stay Focused: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Parenting comes with distractions- a lot of them. While it’s impossible to avoid much of the chaos that comes with

Understanding Risk: Pregnancy & HIV
HIV treatment is manageable and much improved for pregnant women. It can be scary to learn that you or your

Redefining “Me Time” as a New Mom
Becoming a mom is overwhelming. Between the physical changes to your body and the 24/7 demands of your new baby,

Mom’s Guide to Weathering the Storm: Fun and Safety in Ohio!
Mom’s Guide to Weathering the Storm: Fun and Safety in Ohio! – Do you know how to weather the storms

$5 Million Awarded to Support Pregnant Women and Newly-Parenting Families
In a press release earlier this month, Governor Mike Dewine announced that $5 million would be awarded to 19 community

6 Quick and Easy Beauty Tips for Busy Moms
As a mom, finding the time to focus on beauty, hygiene, and make-up is a difficult feat. If you’re struggling

Let’s Talk Grains: Why Your Diet Should Be Friends with Healthy Carbs!
Let’s Talk Grains: Why Your Diet Should Be Friends with Healthy Carbs! – Healthy grains are a mom’s best friend.

Local Resources for Local Moms
Being a parent is a tough job, but socio-economic struggles make the role of “mom” even tougher when you’re worried

Embrace the Chaos: Enjoying the Messy Moments of Motherhood
Becoming a mother completely changed my life. I think every single mom can relate. Motherhood is bound to bring chaos,

Vaccines: The Shot Heard ‘Round the World of Health
Vaccines: The Shot Heard ‘Round the World of Health – March 16th marks an important occasion: National Vaccination Day! Learn

Rock-a-Bye Baby: 5 Tips to Help Baby Sleep
Every expecting mother has heard it foretold: “Get sleep now, because you never will again!” Worrying about your baby’s sleep

5 Hilarious Tips to Spring Forward with Sanity Intact!
5 Hilarious Tips to Spring Forward with Sanity Intact! – March 10th is rapidly approaching and so is our “spring

Tips for Keeping Them Safe in the (Car) Seat
If you own and drive a car, there’s a pretty good chance you have a car seat installed for your

Inject Some Fun into Your Adulting: Why Grown-Ups Need Vaccines Too!
Inject Some Fun into Your Adulting: Why Grown-Ups Need Vaccines Too! – This adulting thing sucks. We’re getting older, cracking

The Ultimate Baby Registry Checklist: From Newborn Essentials to Nice-to-Haves
Preparing for your new arrival is an exciting time, filled with anticipation and planning. Creating the perfect baby registry can

The Legal Landscape of Foster Care: Rights and Responsibilities of Foster Parents
Embarking on the journey of foster care is not only an emotional commitment but also a legal one. Understanding the

Unlocking the Secret to Smiles: Five Tips to Get Your Kids Excited About Brushing Their Teeth
Unlocking the Secret to Smiles: Five Tips to Get Your Kids Excited About Brushing Their Teeth – Getting our kids

Ohioans Agree on Paid Parental Leave, but Most Still Lack Access
This week, Cuyahoga County Council made news by voting unanimously to give employees 12 weeks of paid parental leave. This

Weaning Wisdom: How to Introduce Your Baby to Solids, Stress-Free!
Embarking on the journey of introducing solids to your baby is a milestone that’s both exciting and, admittedly, a bit

Love Your Heart: 3 Changes Us Moms Can Make Today for Better Heart Health
Love Your Heart: 3 Changes Us Moms Can Make Today for Better Heart Health – One in five ladies will