Create-your-own support group
By Julie A. Cajigas A few weeks ago, my husband had a health scare. I had to take him to the hospital, and due to COVID-19 concerns, I couldn’t ask either his parents or my mom to watch our three children. ...
Social development worries? Yeah, we’ve been there.
By Allison Chrien Worried about how social isolation and missing out on typical life experiences might be affecting your child’s mental health and social skill development right now? Yeah, we’ve been the...
That’s “Autistic” with a capital “A,” thank-you-very-much: 5 Things I Wish I Would’ve Known When We Got Our First Diagnosis
By Brittany Noble Charek A decade ago, my son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I was a young, single mother going through an ugly custody battle, trying to start a new career and a better life.&...
How would 9-year-old me have survived a pandemic in 1984?
by Kate Hogan Green “Would you rather be a red panda or a turtle?” “What’s your favorite color?” “Can I show you the new room I built in Roblox?” My 9-year-old daughter, Adelaide has be...
Choosing a maternity care provider? Ask these questions first
By Casey Newman Whether you’re pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, choosing a maternity care provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. The right — or wrong — provider can have a l...
Finding beautiful moments in the mess
Marissa Marangoni That’s what life is made up of, right? Moments here and there that are striking enough for your brain to store and bring back out again from time to time. I don’t know about you, but befor...
Estate planning for parents: tips for parents with minor children
By Amy R. Turos, Attorney at Law We all know the inevitable, every story, every life, has a beginning and end. With the birth of a child, it creates the beginning, with the passing of a loved one is the end...
Early induction versus 40-week induction: Why early induction may not be for you
By Casey Newman If you’re pregnant with your first baby and considering elective induction, you may have heard of the ARRIVE study. This study — A Randomized Trial of Induction Versus Expectant Management (...
Ways to be actively anti-racist as a parent in Akron
Aja Hannah Disclaimer: There are so many ways to be anti-racist. Too many to put in here. These are specific to parents in Akron. Mix up playdates Get to know parents of other backgrounds. Seek ...
Working from home (with kids)
by Marissa Marangoni A good percentage of you out there are still working from home. I’ve been working from home for a few years now, and I know that making your home your office all the sudden can be jarri...