Today’s prenatal education goes way beyond the traditional. Northeast Ohio hospitals offer many options for learning about childbirth, labor techniques, breastfeeding and baby care. Here are some of the more unique classes to get everyone in the family ready for baby’s arrival.

The Rabbit Run 5K benefits both the Rabbit Run Community Arts Association and the Lake County YMCA East End branch. The run/walk is open to all ages with a special Kids Fun Run for younger children. In keeping with the Halloween spirit, participants may dress in their favorite costume.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It's important for all women — and men — to know the risk factors and warning signs of breast cancer to help identify issues early. Susan G. Komen Northeast Ohio chapter has resources to help women find information about self-exams, mammograms and other local support.

Throughout a woman’s life, maintaining personal health and wellness requires a healthy lifestyle. You need to eat right, stay active, maintain an appropriate weight and avoid things, such as smoking, that put your health at risk. However, there are so many factors you can’t control, so it’s critical to get the medical care you need to prevent disease and identify health problems early. Here's a guide to determine recommended screenings and health needs in each age bracket.

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Looking to add a little flavor to your Halloween celebration that is sure to keep all your little costume-clad guests in a festive mood? Here are some perfect ideas to dress up those treats.

Families kicked off both autumn and the Halloween season by decorating pumpkins at Mentor Public Library’s Main Branch. The fun’s just begun — the library has several Halloween programs coming up in the next few weeks.

The Ohio PTA and National PTA are promoting a way for parents to take charge of their child’s learning in school. BeALearningHero.org provides important education tools and information on specific grade requirements and more.

Halloween gives kids — hey, adults, too — a chance to dress up and have fun creating costumes to show off their interests. While certain costumes remain popular year after year, there are definitely some newcomers made popular by this summer’s blockbusters. To help your little ghost or goblin come up with a great costume this year, here are a few ideas to get you started, along with cost-cutting tips so you still have enough money on hand to keep your candy bucket full for all those trick-or-treaters.