Parenting

This is a time to ensure that every family is educated when it comes to water safety as we prepare for beach and pool season. So, what do parents need to know when it comes to water safety? Swim safety expert Sonali Morris, owner of Goldfish Swim School East Cleveland and Goldfish Swim School of Fairview Park, offers practical water safety advice. ...

To many people, foster parents are considered real-life superheroes, serving and loving children for as long as they’re needed, despite the inevitable farewell. Though it can be intense and painful, all of the foster parents we’ve spoken to agree it’s worth it — and professionals say there is a huge need for more people to step up. ...

While it’s typical to have a rosy perspective on experiences after the child arrives, it’s not always perfect — or even happy. The “baby blues” and postpartum depression can happen. Families, friends and new moms need to know the signs. ...

Children and families can take the opportunity to explore other cultures and enjoy the excitement of a visit to downtown Cleveland in a fun, welcoming environment. Families can enjoy unique theater performances and workshops. Also, children can do crafts, create chalk art drawings, play games and enjoy other hands-on learning activities. ...

Akron Children’s Hospital announced a three-year grant from The Goodyear Foundation to support the “Safe Mobility Project,” enabling the hospital and community partner organizations to expand child safety programs focusing on child passenger seats, bike helmets, pedestrian safety and teen drivers. ...

While it’s important for our children to be involved and find activities they enjoy, there is only so much time in the day and so much money to spread around. When it comes to being busy, how much is too much? Find the right balance between your children’s activities, school and family life. ...

Kids ages 7 to 12 will create books during a workshop led by Akron artist Dan Cuthbert at Summit Artspace. The workshop is 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 20, March 19 and April 16. Participants in small groups will write and illustrate a book and learn about the bookmaking process. ...

Is your family ready to make a snowman or have a snowball fight? There's winter weather on the way this week, and the Great Lakes Science Center helps us learn about snow. Teach your kids about the best time to play in this weather with a science lesson, along with how to create their own ice "snowman" when Mother Nature doesn't cooperate. ...

If getting a fresh start on a new year seems daunting, try tackling your get-healthy goals one step at a time. There is no easy path to transforming your lifestyle, but this is one time you should be able to see the results of your hard work. ...

Royalton Music Center presents Kindermusik. The class has music and movement activities that offer many benefits, including boosting early literacy and language, plus social-emotional skills, while providing kids with opportunities to practice fine and gross motor skills. ...