Dating can be an exciting part of growing up, but it can also bring challenges that aren’t always easy to see. Teen dating violence is one of those challenges. It can include physical harm and also emotional manipulation, sexual pressure and digital abuse through texting or social media. Any teen can be a victim, no […]
Nola, a star of the Doggie Brigade, is now book famous
Matt Swinehart has so enjoyed being a member of Akron Children’s Doggie Brigade ™ sponsored by Milk Bone ™ that he was inspired to write a children’s book about his experiences. About the book Nola the Noble Corgi Visits the Hospital, which publishes March 10, stars his Pembroke Welsh Corgi and is dedicated “to the […]
Inside a dirty diaper: Decoding baby poop colors
From insufficient nutrition to allergies and infections, so much about an infant’s health can be learned from inside a dirty diaper. It offers a wealth of information, but many moms find themselves spending too much time and energy analyzing and decoding their infants’ stool colors.
How to talk to your kids about suicide prevention
Youth suicide is on the rise. Thanks to increased social media use and effects from school stressors and bullying, kids and teens are facing challenges that are uniquely harder to navigate than previous generations. As a parent, you may be wondering how you can talk to your child about suicide and how to get them […]
Teen dating violence: red flags and warning signs
First love is supposed to be exciting – the butterflies when you see someone in the hall, late-night texts and feeling noticed in a whole new way. For many teens, dating is a normal part of growing up. It’s a chance to gain confidence, learn what a healthy relationship looks like and experience those “firsts” […]
Learn the signs of postpartum depression and how to get help
In the fourth trimester — the first 3 months after birth — babies go through an enormous amount of change and growth as they adjust to life outside the womb. But what about you, baby’s mom? The fourth trimester doesn’t just present change and adjustments for your baby. A mom’s body and mind also change […]
