Stages & Ages - Toddlers
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.
Family Activity & Movement: Staying Active During Winter
When winter arrives, it brings shorter days, colder temperatures, and more indoor time factors that often cause families to slow
A Parent’s Guide to Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease
If it feels like you’ve been hearing more about Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease (HFMD) lately, you’re right — cases
Spooky Safe Fun: Halloween Safety Tips For Families
Halloween is right around the corner — costumes are ready, the candy stash is growing, and the excitement is 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
Seasonal Allergies in Ohio – Helping Kids Breathe Easier This Fall
As ragweed, mold spores, and leaf debris spike in September, many Ohio children and adults experience itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion,
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
When Germs Come Home: Keeping Your Family Healthy This School Year
School is back in session just in time for Cold and Flu Season. While this season comes with new friends,
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Protecting Mental Health in Families
September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to break the stigma and open conversations about mental health for
Fuel Their Learning: Building Balanced School Lunches That Power Kids Through the Day
Back-to-school season is just around the corner—and that means it’s time to start thinking about packing lunches that give kids
Summer Screen & Mental Health: Finding Balance in July
Sizzling July days often lead children and teens to screen time—video games, streaming TV, or social media. While some use
More Fun, Less Fuss: Mealtime Tips for Busy Families
Between the rushed breakfasts, school lunches, work, after school snacks, and the “what’s for dinner?” struggle; feeding your family can
Stay Ahead of the Back-to-School Rush: Get Vaccines This Summer
Summer is here—cue the popsicles, pool days, and staying up way past bedtime! While school might feel like a distant
Tiny Bites, Big Risk: Don’t let ticks crash your outdoor fun!
As the weather starts warming up, most of us are heading outside to enjoy parks, trails, and backyard fun. But
Strong and Confident: 3 tips for nurturing resilience in kids
As adults, we often see childhood as a carefree time. While it’s true that children don’t face the same challenges
‘Tis the Season for Cold & Flu
During these colder months, it can feel like your home is a revolving door for different cold & flu bugs.
Winter Weather ❄️ Family Fun
Embrace the chill and make the most of snowy days! You don’t have to fear the cold weather- you might
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
3 Easy Family Halloween Costume Ideas That’ll Steal the Show
Want to hear something scary? Halloween is only TEN days away! That may be downright terrifying if your family still
Practical Tips for Managing Back-to-School Stress
Kids have officially been back to school for a few weeks now, but you might still be feeling the craziness
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
Spill-Proof Your Home! 5 Tips for Keeping Your Sanctuary Clean
If you have toddlers or small children running around, you might’ve come to terms with the fact that everything is
Get a Head Start with Healthy Eating: TCHD Tips for Helping Children Eat Right
It’s fall: the kids are back to school and back to their routines. The days are busier and growing shorter.
Digital Parenting: Navigating Screen Time in the New School Year
As the new school year rolls in, managing screen time becomes a pressing issue for many parents. With digital devices
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
Toddler-Approved Recipes: 10 Meals Your Little One Will Love
Cracking the Toddler Culinary Code is worthy of its own Indiana Jones film. They are tricky little eaters and it
Craft Corner: 5 Easy & Fun DIY Crafts to Do with Your Kids
Summer is coming to an end, but you have a few more precious weeks with your kids before the insanity
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
Are Your Kids Protected? Schedule Your Back-To-School Vaccinations Today!
According to the Ohio Department of Health, vaccination rates for school-aged children have recently decreased. During the 2018-2019 school year,
Picky Eaters: 5 Tips and Tricks for Toddlers Trying New Food
I’m convinced a toddler’s favorite phrases are “no” and “I do it myself!” That makes it a little difficult to
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
Gifts that Grow: Toys for Your Toddler’s Development
When it comes to toddlers, play is learning and learning is play. Finding age-appropriate developmental toys is only a click
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
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
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
Safe & Successful Swim Days
Headed to the pool, lake, or ocean this summer? Keep your family happy and well with these water safety tips!
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
Room for Improvement: Ohio Preschools Rankings Remain Low
The National Institute for Early Education Research published its State of Preschool 2023 Yearbook and Ohio ranks toward the bottom
The Playdate Guide: 10+ Ideas to Host a Fun & Stress-Free Playdate
In a world of Pinterest-perfect parties and perfectly edited outings, it can feel a little intimidating to host a new
Building A Sweet Sibling Bond
Have you always dreamed of your children sharing a special sibling bond? It’s impossible to force our kids into friendship,
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
Too Much Lead in Those Lunchables: Consumer Reports Asks the USDA to Remove Lunchables from School Menus
Lunchables have been the target of criticism over the years. Some of these claims have proven to be hoaxes, but
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
5 Tips for Fostering a Loving Relationship Between Siblings
Moms of multiples know the pain of constant squabbling and bickering. It can be easy for parents to feel like
10 Fun Activities to Enjoy with Your Toddler
The best part about having a toddler? Watching them explore their world and soak up all the new sights, sounds,
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