Parenting

Nearly 500 kids and their families will be in Akron, Ohio, for a week of activities leading up to the 77th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs on

Each year, more than 50 families from Northeast Ohio come through WomenSafe’s shelter doors. WomenSafe is a non-profit domestic violence shelter and resource center in Chardon that provides free support

Daniels Park Playground, 38401 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Willoughby. “The playground was built in 2001 and when it was built we decided to completely fence it in,” says Judean Banker, the

Almost a year to the date of her daughter’s hospitalization and struggle to survive a life-threatening case of encephalitis, Gretchen Naumoff is planning a joyous 5K race to celebrate life

Having an open dialogue between parents and teens with clear expectations can make the experience a positive one. read more

Start preparing early to secure your family’s financial future.

When preparing to welcome a newborn — whether it’s your first child or the latest addition to your family — it’s

By Dr. Robyn Strosaker

When Should Parents Begin

Most children can be ready to start potty training between 18 and 24 months. Children will train easier ­before 24 months; some