Spotting a Speech Disorder in Children
When my son was a toddler, he couldn’t pronounce the letter “R.” Words like “river” were “wivuh” and “crab” became “cwab.” At the time,...
Tips for Using Car Seats Safely
Installing and using a child’s car seat might seem straightforward, but you would be surprised how often car seat checkup events can prove otherwise....
Only But a Dream: What to Do About Nightmares and Night Terrors
A wail for “mommy!” and pitter-pattering feet in the hall. Many parents know the sounds of sleep disturbances. Sometimes, dreams get scary, and children...
A Rested Mom Is a Fulfilled Mom
Meghan Mattingly is up again. On most nights, one or both of her boys wakes up several times. “They both were out of cribs...
How Do I Teach My Children to Clean Their Room?
A child's bedroom is a place for privacy and self-expression. You're likely not keen about your children expressing themselves with bedroom floors covered in...
4 Places to Donate Children’s Clothes and Books
Just in time for spring cleaning, here are local organizations accepting donations.
South County Family YMCA Set To Open April 2021
Looking for a new place for your family to get active as we head into the summer? Look no farther than Urbana. Frederick County’s...
When Fun Fulfills a Purpose: Youth Programs Encourage Leadership and Future Goals
Parents know there is a small window of time to make a meaningful, positive impact on children and shape who they may become as...
Creative Ways to Tell Your Child ‘I Love You’
Valentine’s Day is a perfect holiday to show your child how much he or she is loved. Try these creative ideas to show how...
Stories to Warm Your Heart This Winter
Explore your child’s feelings of belonging and believing with the following books.
Board/Toddlers
‘Mama Loves You So’
by Terry Pierce
Can’t put into words how much you love...
