Activities for Toddlers

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.
Spooky Safe Fun: Halloween Safety Tips For Families
Halloween is right around the corner โ 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

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

BackโtoโSchool Health & Wellness: Setting Up Kids for a Strong Fall
As September arrives in Ohio, the familiar rhythm of pencils, backpacks, and early mornings returns. It’s an ideal time for
Fuel Their Learning: Building Balanced School Lunches That Power Kids Through the Day
Back-to-school season is just around the cornerโand that means it’s time to start thinking about packing lunches that give kids
Sparklers, Smiles, and Safe Celebrations
The Fourth of July is just around the corner! For many families, that means cookouts, sparklers, and a sky full
Soak Up the SunโSafely: A Parent’s Guide to Sunscreen Smarts
Summer fun is in full swing, which means lots of time outside soaking up sunshine and making memories. But before
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

Green Tales: A Green Reading List for Your Little Planet Protector
Among parents and educators it is widely said that the best way to pour both knowledge and love into a

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

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

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

The Ultimate Baby-Proofing Checklist: Safety Tips for New Parents
It can be difficult to plan for a new baby. You can buy the bottles and read the books, but

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 donโt have time to squeeze everything in, you may find it helpful to multitask. What better way for

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

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

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

From Trash to Treasure: 5 Upcycling Projects
Kids are naturally creative. If you hand them an empty toilet paper roll, it immediately becomes a telescope. Weโre bringing

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

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

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

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

Flourish: A Community’s Answer to the Childcare Crisis and Workforce Development Needs in Tuscarawas County
(New Philadelphia, Ohio) – This Spring, an innovative community initiative is slated to open its doors inside New Towne Mall

Top 10 Tips for Stark County Super Moms: Discovering the Dream Babysitter or Child Care Pro!
Top 10 Tips for Stark County Super Moms: Discovering the Dream Babysitter or Child Care Pro! – It’s SO hard

Keeping Your Little Ones Cozy and Safe: Preventing Overheating and SIDS During Winter
Keeping Your Little Ones Cozy and Safe: Preventing Overheating and SIDS During Winter – Did you know winter time is

Toddler Tantrums: Expert Tips to Navigate the Terrible Twos with Grace!
When your tot hits the ‘Terrible Twos’, it can feel like your sweet angel has been replaced by a pint-sized

Mama’s Guide to a Jolly Holiday Trip: A To-Do List and Travel Tips for Festive Adventures
Mama’s Guide to a Jolly Holiday Trip: A To-Do List and Travel Tips for Festive Adventures – Are you traveling

Stark County Moms: Weaving Christmas Magic To Keep Santa Alive
Stark County Moms: Weaving Christmas Magic To Keep Santa Alive – Hey Stark County mamas, we see you! We know

A Merry and Safe Christmas: Mom’s Guide to Gift-Giving and Celebrations
A Merry and Safe Christmas: Mom’s Guide to Gift-Giving and Celebrations – It’s the holiday season and we’re cooking up

New Event Rental Space Brings Holiday Cheer to New Towne Mall
Towne Center Parties’ Holiday event at New Towne Mall featured family fun and showcased the rental space which is now

Mama’s Guide to Winter Safety: 7 Tips for Fall Prevention at Home
Mama’s Guide to Winter Safety: 7 Tips for Fall Prevention at Home –ย Hey mama, do you remember that time you

Navigating Cold and Flu Season: Three Free Resources Every Mama in Tuscarawas County Should Know
Navigating Cold and Flu Season: Three Free Resources Every Mama in Tuscarawas County Should Know – This cold/RSV/flu season is

Keep the Feast Safe: Thanksgiving Food Safety Tips for Moms
Keep the Feast Safe: Thanksgiving Food Safety Tips for Moms – Did you know the USDA doesn’t recommend stuffing a

10 Hilarious Ways Moms Can Survive Overstimulation
10 Hilarious Ways Moms Can Survive Overstimulation – Did you know that humor gets us through the toughest times in

Is Type 1 Diabetes in Your Family? What Moms Should Watch Out For
Is Type 1 Diabetes in Your Family? What Moms Should Watch Out For – We’re ringing in the soon-to-be winter

CDC Announces Limited Supply of Nirsevimab: Concern As RSV Season Begins Next Month
CDC Announces Limited Supply of Nirsevimab: Concern As RSV Season Begins Next Month – RSVย is a highly contagious illness that

10 Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Parents
10 Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Parents – Halloween is our favorite time of year: tricks, treats, sugar rushes,

Parents Ask: Why Preschool?
Preschool is optional and every parent weighs the pros and cons. If you’re on the fence about sending your child

SCHD Takes Part in Grand Opening of Storybook Trail at Butler Rodman Park
(Jackson Township, OH) – Stark County families will have a fun new way to get their steps in at Butler

Celebrate Global Handwashing Day on October 15th: A Mom’s Guide to Healthy Hygiene
Celebrate Global Handwashing Day on October 15th: A Mom’s Guide to Healthy Hygiene –ย Happy Handwashing Day mamas! We’re in the

3 Reasons to Get Your Kids the Flu Vaccine
3 Reasons to Get Your Kids the Flu Vaccine – Going out and about, we’re sure you’ve already started to

National Childcare Funding Ended on Saturday- What Now?
This Saturday, September 30, 2023, the American Rescue Act of 2021 ran out of funding, leaving many parents concerned about

๐๐October Family Fun in Stark County!
As autumn leaves paint Stark County in vibrant hues, it’s time to explore the fantastic family events that await this

๐ ๐ October Family Fun in Tuscarawas County
October in Tuscarawas County is brimming with exciting family-friendly events! Get ready for a month filled with fall festivities and