Kidcast focuses on Halloween trick-or-treat safety
On Halloween night, the chance of a kid being hit by a vehicle doubles.
Peer-to-peer mentoring empowers kids to help one another
“It’s probably not easy to open up to adult, but opening up to someone your age is relatable,”
Skip the frustration and follow these Kidcast tips on proper car seat installation
You have to find the car seat that fits the child — and fits your car, too.
Do your kids worry about school safety drills? This Kidcast helps start the conversation.
We have to give our kids the opportunity to process their feelings and questions with their most trusted adult, their parent.
Kidcast: Top 5 products to babyproof your home
Kim Finkbeiner has babyproofed hundreds of Pittsburgh homes over the past 20 years.
Sue Klebold, mom of a Columbine shooter, shares what she’s learned about the unimaginable
“I’ve tried to take whatever happened and make it my own life’s mission.”
Do parents hate homework as much as kids? Yes, but these Kidcast tips will help.
Some parents would consider homework the bane of their existence.
Worried about your teen vaping? Dr. G is here to help
“I would like to remind parents that privacy is a privilege, not a right.”
It’s not all fun and games! Play is an important part of a child’s development
“Play is really the most natural way that children learn.”
Looking to make the most of parent-teacher meetings? This Kidcast has you covered!
Start thinking about growth mindset: The harder you work, the smarter you get.
Pittsburgh schools hoping to reduce student stress and anxiety with lessons in mindfulness
“The counselors really make you feel homey and welcome when you’re having a bad day.”
Kidcast explores questions about vaccines with pediatrician Dr. Todd Wolynn
“We’re now facing the largest outbreak of measles that we have in close to two decades.”
Learn how to instill your kids with a love of reading in this Kidcast episode
Now that school has started, it’s time to dive into books. We talk to an expert on how to help instill a love of reading your children
Boys & Girls Club looking to double programs for teens
“There’s not enough diversity in technology. … This kind of program’s really going to encourage that.”
Let’s Go Fishing brings Pittsburgh urban communities together
“I thought you could only fish in the woods.”
Pittsburgh high school kids are helping researchers find a cure for cancer
“There’s a lot of messy, unglamorous details of being in the lab. You love it more for all the little tidbits.”
Pittsburgh girls with disabilities featured in Aerie’s national ad campaign
“I can say, just be who you are and let it show.”
Magee-Womens Hospital uses digital database for newborn footprints
With the digital footprint, parents can get creative and make gifts for family.
Message from Me: A new tech tool for Pre-K developed at the CMU Create Lab
It gives parents a window into our classroom.
Kidsburgh Hero: Safety patrol 4th-grader awarded AAA Lifesaving Medal
This is a reminder that heroes come in all sizes and to not underestimate the courage of little kids.