Local Mom Turns Family Struggles into National Super Mom Run
Katie Kersten never expected that sharing her family’s story online would resonate with thousands of…
Summer Safety Tips for Kids
By Gina Eich, MD, Pediatrician at Nationwide Children’s Hospital – Toledo Maumee Pediatric Associates After…
Ronald McDonald House Helps Produce A Miracle
Kristen Phipps and her husband Brian planned to celebrate Mother’s Day at home in Lima…
Parenting Picky Eaters
Parenting a picky eater can feel like a battle of wills at the dinner table.…
Mental Health Awareness Month: Navigating Parental Stress
By Sharnita Harris, PhD Psychologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital – Toledo Parenting, while meaningful and…
Choosing a Pediatric Primary Care Provider: What Parents Should Know
By Cathi Badik, MD, pediatrician at PediatriCare Associates – An Affiliate of Nationwide Children’s Hospital…
“Call your Doctor,” say Pediatricians About Hep B Vaccination
Hepatitis B vaccination protocols for infants and young children were established in 1991 and have…
Building a Sustainable Quality Sleep Routine for the Entire Family
If you are struggling with rough mornings and feeling like your family is not well…
Health and Wellness Guide 2026
As we enter the new year, local health and wellness resources in the Toledo area…
Health Literacy for Kids, Families
With the rise of technology and medical advances in healthcare, health literacy—the ability to obtain,…
Breaking the Silence: NAMI’s Marriah Kornowa Brings Mental Health Conversations to the Heart of Toledo
Mental illness doesn’t just affect individuals — it echoes across entire families, reshaping roles, routines…
Inclusive Playgrounds and Resources in the Toledo Area
There are several new opportunities for play around the Glass City, including playgrounds that are…
Recent Study Looks at Kid’s Eating Habits
Despite the continued proliferation of fast food and pre-packaged snacks, there’s some good news involving…
Natural Playgrounds in the Toledo Area
Looking for a way to get your kids excited about the great outdoors? Northwest Ohio…
A Guide to Kids’ Fitness Classes in Toledo
Exceleration Gymnastics Center 2255 South Reynolds Road 419-381-1000 Exceleration Gymnastics Center offers a variety of…
A Mental Health Day, Used Wisely, can Rejuvenate Overburdened Youngsters
The concept is simple: if swamped with details, stop and restart. When a computer is…
Road Trips from Toledo: Day Trips & Beyond
I discovered a wonderful secret this past summer: children do not need to cramp your…
Why Learning to Swim Is an Essential Life Skill
Gliding through the cool water, gentle lapping water, splashes: some people love it, some people…
Indoor Pools Roundup: The Best Toledo Area Spots
While the weather might be starting to show some glimpses of spring and summer, it’s…
Anxiety Disorders in Children: What Parents Need to Know
My daughter was nine years old when she had her first panic attack. She was…
Fighting Lead Exposure Daily
Young children, instinctively and curiously, put things in their mouths, and while most are relatively…
Seasonal Affective Disorder in Children and Teens
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression with a seasonal component and is…
How to Use Storytime to Teach Children Teach Healthy Habits
As parents, you want your kids to develop good habits that set them up for…
Northwest Ohio Swimming Lessons
Learning to swim could save your child’s life, making beginner swim lessons at an early…