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‘Audacious’ Pittsburgh Study works to ensure all children thrive
Hope is among the myriad questions the Pittsburgh Study asks.
The 50-year legend behind Pittsburgh’s own Mr. Yuk
Fifty years ago, a local doctor created the Poison Control Center and the Mr. Yuk symbol. When Dr. Richard Moriarty was a resident at UPMC Children’s Hospital, he realized the […]
Mt. Lebanon students assemble personal care kits for local families in need
Global Links’ goal is to collect 21,000 kits by the end of 2021.
Exhausted parents learn how to get babies to sleep through the night thanks to this virtual class
There’s a small window of opportunity to teach little ones from 6 months to 2-and-a-half years how to be their own Sandman.
23 ways to make the most of outdoor winter fun in Pittsburgh
It’s the perfect time of year to challenge kids to try a new skill or explore undiscovered parks.
Dr. G on what to do when your kids are sick during the pandemic
“Right now, a sick day for one person in your home is a sick day for everyone in your home.”
How to protect your kids’ eyes during remote learning
“When they stop doing close work, the eye can still be turned in and then they see double or seem a bit dazed.“
Missed the first ‘So Now What?’ webinar? Catch it here with insight from Dr. Megan Freeman.
Dr. Freeman shares reliable, evidence-based information about COVID-19 to help parents navigate back-to-school.
This webinar series offers tips on how to manage back-to-school
Learn from the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development.
9 things to do in with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from Meowfest to an elephant birthday party
Having a great week with kids all comes down to attitude – and having a list of fun activities doesn’t hurt either.
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.”
10 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from a ‘Jurassic Park’ Watch Party to Pop Art Pop Ups
Seeking a well-balanced life for your family? You’ve got it covered here.
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?”
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.
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.
Here’s where your family can find help in Pittsburgh during the coronavirus pandemic
Lots of people are hurting. Lots of people need help. But it’s often hard to know just where to turn.
Overwhelmed? 6 ways parents can get relief from coronavirus anxiety
“We have people around us who depend on us. There are many more demands than we normally face, and that can be stressful.”
Experts say child abuse numbers are likely to be higher during coronavirus outbreak
The child welfare system is very much operational at this point in time.
Pittsburgh’s Leandra Mira speaks for kids on the need for an Earth Day climate emergency declaration
The 50th Anniversary of Earth Day seemed like the right time to come together to take serious action and declare a climate emergency.