Teen

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 things you should talk about with your kids this upcoming year. Find out the three topics to discuss with your kids before they start school right here on Newsymom!

Let’s Talk About STIs and STDs: Understanding the Risks to Keep You Safe

Let’s Talk About STIs and STDs: Understanding the Risks to Keep You Safe – Did you know drinking alcohol or using drugs increases your risk of developing STIs and STDs? Why is that? Find out all the answers to your biggest questions and take the Prepare Before You’re There quiz right here on Newsymom!

King’s Island Enforces New Rule: Kids 15 & Under Require Presence of an Adult 21+

King’s Island Enforces New Rule: Kids 15 & Under Require Presence of an Adult 21+ – King’s Island, in southwest Ohio near Cincinnati, has recently made a rule for the park that children under the age of 15 will require the presence of an adult 21 years of age or older. Learn about why they …

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Facts About the Dangers of Binge Drinking

Facts About the Dangers of Binge Drinking – The weather is warming up, meaning more of us will be going out on the town with the Winter Blues a distant memory! The increased traffic also means more opportunities for social drinkers to turn into binge drinkers. Learn more about the dangers of binge drinking right …

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Meet Tracy Zurfley!

Meet Tracy Zurfley! – 4-H is a wonderful way to get your kids involved in their community. Today we meet Tracy Zurfley, a senior who tells us exactly why 4-H has helped shape her into a respectful, hard-working citizen of her community! Learn more about Tracy Zurfley and the benefits of 4-H for your child …

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Sports Injury Prevention Tips to Share with Your Kids

Sports Injury Prevention Tips to Share with Your Kids – The top reason why young athletes experience sports injuries are due to overuse! However, knowing how to prevent as many injuries from happening should be at the top of every parent’s list this school year. Find out how you can get involved in preventing injuries …

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Free Help to Quit Smoking or Vaping, Available Now!

Free Help to Quit Smoking or Vaping, Available Now! – Did you know 1 in 5 high school teens vape? Vaping causes TONS of respiratory problems, making it just as bad as smoking cigarettes. There are two powerful, free resources to get you or your teen to get on the path to quitting smoking or …

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Back to School Safety Checklist: Part One

Back to School Safety Checklist: Part One – Are you checking off all the boxes for your child’s safety as the school year approaches? Vaccines, travel safety, and more are all included on the checklist right here on Newsymom!

8 Reasons Why Kids Are Placed in Foster Care

8 Reasons Why Kids Are Placed in Foster Care – Over 9,000 kids are being cared for by foster parents each year. (Ohio Foster Care and Adoption Guidelines, AdoptUSKids.org) It begs the question, “Why are they placed into care?” Learn more about the top eight reasons children are placed in foster care right here on Newsymom!

Meningitis B: It’s Rare But Stay Prepared

Meningitis B: It’s Rare But Stay Prepared – Meningococcal disease is a rare disease, but a very serious one! There are protections you can take for your teens when it comes to Meningitis B. Learn how right here on Newsymom!