Having a baby close to the holidays transforms the season from merely festive to utterly unforgettable. Sure, it can be exhausting and overwhelming. But it comes with built-in advantages. For parents with a new baby, here’s how to make the most of this special season.

Every parent is concerned about their child’s health, whether they are at home, in school or in daycare. That’s why, when it comes to childhood illnesses, it’s good to be aware of the common issues, symptoms and treatments. We spoke with several medical professionals in Ohio, about 10 of the most common conditions children face.

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Some Northeast Ohio businesses are using childcare as an incentive to attract and retain loyal employees. This is increasingly important as childcare issues contributed to the high number of open jobs following “The Great Resignation” of 2021, workers who quit their jobs because of the pandemic.

The East 131st Street Branch of the Cleveland Public Library partners with MyCom Cleveland, a youth development program, to open a Resource Closet for teens and families. Find out how you can donate.

The joey has officially left the pouch and is climbing around on mom Mackenzie. Guests can visit mom and joey on even numbered calendar dates during regular zoo hours.

From candy chutes to pulleys — people had come up with some pretty creative ways to keep kids safe from COVID-19 on Halloween in 2020. Dr. Gina Robinson, a pediatrician with Cleveland Clinic Children’s shares how it's important to think about social distancing for trick-or-treaters this year to avoid any ‘scary’ porch pile-ups. Also, to remember traditional Halloween safety tips from costumes to treats.

Halloween is this weekend and the fall fun happenings continue before October ends. Find out what you can do, whether taking your kids to costume-clad events to hiking through autumn, here are ongoing events for all ages through the season. 

Seton Catholic School of Hudson was one of 325 schools nationwide and one of only 23 private schools as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2021. The award affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. Also, see what three public schools are being recognized.

Jason Lea, "Dad Matters" columnist for Northeast Ohio magazine, shares with us a conversation he had with his daughter about the value of friendship and how life with friends can change.