On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with Emily Fein, COO and Director of Girl Experience for The Girl Scouts of North East Ohio, about 21st century skills for success — for boys and girls alike. Learn the four Cs and why are they important for your child's future success, as well as practical tips and examples that parents can do on a daily basis.

Many kids have a hard time producing the “R” sound, even after participating in years of traditional therapy. It’s not their fault — some kids just don’t respond well to traditional speech therapy. In these cases, recently developed technology called visual biofeedback could be the solution.

The spring 2019 edition of our Summer Camp Guide is available now. In addition to more than 80 summer camp listings, the guide includes articles on camps that focus on good deeds, ways to ensure your camper has a healthy summer adventure, and "x-treme" camps that take a deep dive into a particular area of interest.

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According to the CDC, the number of middle and high school students vaping regularly rose by 1.5 million just in 2018 — roughly a 77 percent surge. Learn the dangers of e-cigarettes, signs your child may be vaping, as well as what area schools are doing to help students quit the addictive habit.

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Is your little one waking up with leg pains in the middle of the night? He or she could be experiencing growing pains. While the exact cause of this common childhood ailment is unknown, there are things parents can do to help. Learn the facts, including signs of a more serious issue.

A speech and language evaluation is a normal avenue to pursue when parents or caregivers suspect difficulty with communication. Anticipation of the event can bring on feelings of stress if you aren’t sure what to expect. Consider these helpful tips to prepare for an upcoming evaluation.

Have fun this month with a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children.

Whether to vaccinate your child or not has become a topic of discussion among parents and medical professionals around the U.S. due to measles outbreaks that have been reported in 11 states. We cover the vaccination conversation and the impact it has on the community.