Summer Fun! Local camps provide an educational and entertaining experience for kids
advertisement Summer is the time for kids to be kids. Recharging after the school year is vital to keep them
The sounds of science
advertisement STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) has become one of the most important focuses of education. According to former
Free family-friendly day trips
advertisement Connecticut has hundreds of family-friendly places, both indoors and outdoors, for families to visit. With spring soon here, we
It’s time to address youth mental health
advertisement Fearing blame, shame and misunderstanding, it can be hard for parents to educate themselves on youth mental health issues
Puppy love – Facility dogs can help treat children
advertisement Dogs are man’s best friend, or so the saying goes, but they can also be a child’s biggest helper.
Seeing stars
advertisement I became enamored with space after taking Introduction to Astronomy in college. Today, I’m still awed when I gaze
Let’s get this party started!
advertisement When I was a young girl, my birthday parties consisted of friends and family at our house, as well
A cure for the summertime blues
advertisement “Mom, I’m bored!” How often do parents hear that refrain from their kids during the summer? Fortunately, children of
Girls on the Run! Local program helps empower girls
advertisement As young girls grow and begin to face the world’s issues, they are often challenged to find outlets that
Trumbull Nature & Arts Center makes learning fun
advertisement With its meadow, pond, and stream habitats, a welcoming butterfly garden, tree-lined trails, and a playground made of recycled
What kids can learn in the kitchen
advertisement For centuries, women dominated the kitchens in their homes, where they did almost all of the cooking. Today, with
Google docs? – How to find a pediatrician
advertisement Even before my husband and I learned that our baby would be born with a cleft lip and palate,
Ahead of their time – Preemies and their families get support from TTMF
advertisement According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 15 million babies are born prematurely each year. That represents more
Is it ever too early to seek therapy for my child?
advertisement In my opinion the answer is a resounding no. By nature, most adolescents have a hard time coming right
The Parent Collective
advertisement Following the launch of their prenatal class series in October 2016, Melissa Griffin and Jessica Hill, two Westport moms
Activities designed to help keep kids fit.
advertisement According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children and adolescents should do 60 minutes (1 hour) or
Toy stores offer products designed to make kids think
advertisement Just when you think kids can’t possibly find another reason to spend more time on their electronic devices, a
7 ways to make mornings less hectic
advertisement Many families find the rush is on to make it to school and work on time each morning. Feeling
How to save on school supplies
advertisement Back-to-school season can be as expensive for parents as it is exciting for students. Once the initial letdown of
Day trippers!
advertisement The warm weather’s here and it’s the perfect time for a day trip. If you want to visit some