Stages & Ages - Pregnancy
Including You – Tuscarawas County woman publishes children’s book
Thinking about how nervous I would get as a child made me think of all the students I work with, and the different behaviors they
Ohio children going unvaccinated due to fear of COVID-19
(Ohio) – A recent report from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine indicates many children across the state are going without vaccinations due to ongoing fears related
Including You – Services early on can help prevent more intervention later in life
The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ Early Intervention Specialists are ready to help families today.
Ohio mother credits ‘Count the Kicks’ app for saving her baby’s life
(Ohio) – When Chrissy Soughton downloaded the Count the Kicks app she had no idea the free app would save her daughter’s life.
The need for child care providers has never been greater!
Coad4kids is an Ohio-based agency that is ready with services and financial support to those interested in becoming a childcare provider.
TCHD Plans Small Change to Safety Day Event this Saturday, September 26th
(Newcomerstown, Ohio) —This week is National Child Passenger Safety Week. To promote vehicle passenger safety awareness, the Tuscarawas County Health Department is partnering with Wendy’s
Safety Day event planned for this weekend.
(Newcomerstown, Ohio) – The free event will take place in Newcomerstown on Saturday.
Walmart locations in Stark and Tuscarawas Counties among 6 in Ohio to add breastfeeding pods
(New Philadelphia, Ohio) – Walmart locations in New Philadelphia and Alliance will be among six locations statewide to add Mamava lactation suites to stores.
That baby is coming pandemic…or no pandemic – Mom shares her feelings leading up to the big day
(Dover, Ohio) – A local mother is preparing herself for a different birthing experience as she prepares to welcome her second child into the world
Experts remind us to think about maternal mental health during COVID-19 crisis
According to the Postpartum Resource Center, 10 to 20 percent of new mothers experience postpartum depression, and 1 to 2 percent experience postpartum psychosis.
Get to know the Community Action Pathways HUB
Are you or someone you know pregnant and could benefit from being connected to community services and support?
Top 2020 Baby Names
To some, choosing the name your child will carry for the rest of his or her life is easy. For others, it’s the hardest part!
Change.
Change. It’s inevitable. It’s guaranteed. However, what happens when there is so much change that nothing seems to remain constant? The world as we knew
TCHD offers safety resources for babies and young children
If you or someone you love is in need of safety items for a baby or young child, the Tuscarawas County Health Department can provide
Newborn babies could be separated from mothers after birth amid COVID-19 pandemic
(Ohio) – Under new guidelines from the CDC, mothers and their newborn babies could be separated in an effort to help prevent the spread of
Healthy Tip Tuesday – The importance of prenatal immunizations
(7 Minute Read) – Dennison, Ohio – February is International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month and Trinity Hospital Twin City is reminding moms-to-be of the importance
I’m Under Qualified for Motherhood.
Before I got pregnant with my daughter, I took the leap and went back to school to fulfill my childhood dream of becoming a teacher.
You had a girl because your pregnancy was stressful? A new study says, yep!
(U.S.) – A recent study from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and New York-Presbyterian claims that maternal stress during pregnancy may influence
Effort using phone app designed to reduce stillbirths
(Ohio) – The state of Ohio is utilizing education and technology in a new campaign designed to prevent stillbirths.
Healthy Tip Tuesday – Teen Pregnancy
(Ohio) – In 2017, a total of 194,377 babies were born to women aged 15–19 years, for a birth rate of 18.8 per 1,000 women
Healthy Tip Tuesday – Maternal Mental Health
(Dennison, Ohio) – Moms and moms-to-be deserve the best— including the very best mental health.
World Maternal Mental Health Day
(Global) – World Mental Health Day is being recognized around the world today, May 1st.
Study Suggests Smoking During Pregnancy Doubles Risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death
A study in the April 2019 Pediatrics found that infants whose mothers smoked during pregnancy had more than twice the risk of dying suddenly and
Infants, Family Are Affected by Mother’s Perinatal Depression
(U.S.) Perinatal depression can have long-term health implications for parents and children if left untreated
Healthy Tip Tuesday – Insulin Dependency for Children and Moms-to-Be
(Dennison, Ohio) – Diabetes isn’t something that only affects overweight older adults. Children and mom’s to be are also at risk.
Positional Sleep Therapy During Pregnancy May Promote Healthy of Baby and Mom
(U.S.) – A recent study suggests that an intervention to reduce back sleeping late pregnancy may promote maternal and fetal health.
Expectant Parents Encouraged to Visit Pediatrician Before Birth of Baby
The American Academy of Pediatrics is announcing a new recommendation for expecting moms.
Alcohol and Pregnancy: It’s Just Not Worth the Risk
Despite some debates on whether some alcohol consumption during pregnancy may or may not affect the baby, experts with healthychildren.org say the risk simply is
What You Can do to Prevent Birth Defects in Your Baby
January is Birth Defects Prevention Month and while not always preventable, officials are sharing a few tips moms-to-be can take to help ensure healthy development.
Long-Term Prenatal Use of Acetaminophen Associated with ADHD Risk
According to a new report published in the November 2017 Pediatrics journal, found the long-term use of acetaminophen during pregnancy, as well as extended use
Vaccine Website Utilizes Social Media Component, Increases Acceptance Among Pregnant Women
A study that will be published in the December 2017 issue of Pediatrics discovered that pregnant women who were provided with web-based information on vaccines
Portman Receives the National Organization for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (NOFAS) Leadership Award
A U.S. Senator from Ohio is recognized for his work to combat the opioid crisis and specifically for how that affects babies born to addicted
Senator Commemorates Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Today, State Senator Kenny Yuko (D-Richmond Heights) issued a statement regarding National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, which is observed every year on October 15.