Damon Young: Why I’m not going to give my kids ‘The Talk’
“As well-intentioned as “The Talk” is, it only provides our kids with a false sense of camouflage.”
6 ways to support kids’ mental health right now
As the pandemic pushes kids’ lives even more online, their mental health depends on parental support — and a lot less anti-tech talk.
From toddlers to teens: How to help your kids get a good night’s sleep
“Sleep is like a bank account — you only have so much to withdraw.”
New family hotline dials up support for pandemic-worn Pittsburgh families
Partner organizations joined forces to streamline aid for the 24/7 hotline.
What you should know about cyberbullying: It’s on the rise amid the pandemic.
Kids are almost always one step ahead of their parents in terms of technology.
Homeless students in Pittsburgh find relief from Hope Through Learning Awards
Some of the backgrounds of award recipients are heart-wrenching.
5 signs of screen overload – and how to handle them
From poor sleep to headaches, signs that it’s time for kids to take a break can take many forms.
Kidsburgh Heroes shine during the pandemic, from a RipStik marathon to art commissions
Some of the best leaders to emerge during the global pandemic have been kids.
Getting kids tested for coronavirus is not that easy or that simple
Many people want to get their kids tested for coronavirus, whether it’s because they want to visit with grandparents, or they traveled out of state and the kids need negative […]
Connecting Champions matches kids with cancer to mentors in their dream jobs
The organization asks young cancer patients: “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
Pittsburgh kids fight the stigma of mental health with a powerful peer-to-peer program
Through the Stand Together Against the Stigma program, students and teachers are seeing the culture of their schools change,
A parent’s ultimate guide to Messenger Kids
Under the right circumstances — and with plenty of oversight — Messenger Kids can help young kids connect. But is social media OK for this age group?
Homewood kids earn babysitting certification – and parental peace of mind – via virtual Red Cross course
Data shows that eight in 10 parents would pay more for children who are trained and certified to babysit.
Just breathe! Kids ease their anxiety as families practice mindfulness
From kindergarten kids to professional athletes, mindfulness has never been more mainstream. With good reason.
Early childhood therapy continues, despite the pandemic, via telehealth sessions
Referrals for therapy are down 60 percent during the pandemic but telehealth sessions can provide the therapy your child needs.
How a kid-friendly, playful home can teach your kids a thing or two
Many parents face challenges bigger than having a “playful” home. Yet, a lot can be done even in small spaces.
Former Steeler Joey Porter and his wife are opening a center for kids (and adults) with special needs
When their daughter was born with severe autism, Joey and Christy Porter struggled to find resources to help them care for her.
Look to Fred Rogers for help on talking to kids about death, addiction, cancer — and even a pandemic
How to talk to your kids about big issues? “Everything Fred did was built on the idea that we can make what is mentionable, manageable.”
Beverly’s Birthdays to the rescue with formula for hungry babies in Pittsburgh
“It is devastating to hear a mother say, ‘I have no idea how I am going to feed my baby.’ ”
This Pittsburgh-created app acts as your medical memory after a doctor’s visit
The app provides peace of mind to be able to go back and check what was said.