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If you don’t yet have a garden, you may want to consider it. The health benefits include increased physical and outdoor activity, reduced stress, healthier eating, and more. Children also enjoy participating in family gardening, getting their hands dirty and feeling proud of the end result. Here are some fun ways to plan an outdoor garden with your kids. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miraim Conner talks with Dr. Laura Markley, who discusses the difference between “normal” anxiety and an anxiety disorder, as well as signs of a disorder and advice for parents. ...

Motherhood has its ups and downs. In honor of Mother's Day, we share the stories of four women — stay-at-home mom, career mom, entrepreneurial mom and adoptive/foster care mom — each of whom represents and discusses the realities of being a mom. ...

Cast a ballot for your favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more. The voting period ends soon — May 17 — so be sure to vote for your favorites in order to be entered into a drawing to win a family 4-pack of tickets to a Cleveland Indians game! ...

Pinecrest Play Days kicks off its inaugural season in Orange Village this summer beginning Tuesday, June 11, with the theme of “Summer Camp Out." Registration is now open for the free event, which includes crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and more. ...

Fun at First & Main returns for the fourth season in Hudson this summer beginning Tuesday, June 4 with the theme of Crafty Kids. Registration is now open for the free event, which includes crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and much more! ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner continues discussing 21st century skills that kids need to know with guest Tamara Strom, who has a wealth of experience in the fields of business and education. Listen as she shares what schools are doing to foster important skills and what parents can do at home to instill these skills. ...

While many people use these words interchangeably, there are some important differences to note. These differences are helpful for those who may be wondering if (or when) they need to get professional help for themselves or their children. ...

When we think about keeping our family safe online, the conversation usually focuses on the content on the screens of their favorite devices. However, one of the biggest threats to your family’s safety is one that many families tend to overlook: hackers.   ...

Crocker Kids returns for its fifth season at Crocker Park in Westlake this summer. The series will kick off with the first event on Tuesday, May 21, with the theme “Get Your Craft On.” Activities vary each month, including crafts, giveaways, a balloon artist, snacks, face painting/glitter tattoos, games and much more! ...