The Five Rivers Metroparks have a plethora of exciting things for us Daytonians to enjoy this spring. Grab the kids, put on some comfy shoes and go explore. Get out of your comfort zone and go to a new park this year- you won’t regret it. A HALF MILE MORESat. Apr 2, 8:00 am-12:00 pmSUGARCREEK…
I recently wrote about the decision of leaving the workforce versus remaining in the work force after having a baby. The two choices of stay-at-home parent and work-out-of-the-home parent seem to have such definitive boundaries around what they are. But what about when employment means something different than putting on a blazer every morning, making a commute, and…
Spring has sprung! Time to head outdoors and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature coming back to life. Check out these two parks for a great way to spend a spring afternoon. Nature Sounds Playground At the Nature Sounds Playground at Countryside Park kids can experience six outdoor instruments where they can drum, chime,…
Daylight saving time starts this coming Sunday, March 13th. We look forward to this day each year as it means spring is not far behind. The buds will soon be appearing on the arms of the tree branches and flower bulbs will soon be poking their way out of the cold soil. However, with all…
Everyone loves a good Easter Egg Hunt and Dayton has plenty to offer. We have everything from helicopter drops to Easter Bunny photos and everything in between. Here is a list of just some of the Egg Hunts that we found in the area. Happy Hunting! Easter Egg Hunt at The Mall at Fairfield Commons:…
Tips for parents to talk to kids about school shooting DAYTON, Ohio- Many parents may be wondering how to talk to their child about today’s school shooting. Dayton Children’s experts say the most important thing you can do is listen and take your cues from them. “Most parents make the mistake of giving too much…
Getting Organized One Project At A Time Getting Organized doesn’t mean organizing EVERYTHING at once! Whether you are new to organizing or a pro, NOW is the perfect time to try a new Organizing Project. It could be decluttering your junk drawer or reorganizing your closet! If you are new to organizing, pick a small…
Overweight Adolescents “My teenage daughter struggles with her weight (as many of our family members do) but I don’t think she would be considered obese – although I’m not sure. What exactly is the criteria for obesity in teens? Does being overweight as a young person really carry with it the same health problems as…
Dayton has a wealth of hidden gems and great places to have some fun for local families, date nights, girl trips and more. Here are some of our favorites… 1. National Air Force Museum– To think that this Museum is free is just amazing to us. The Air Force Museum houses such a wide variety…
The National Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2014 “the labor force participation rate of mothers with infants under a year old was 57.1 percent” and that “there was little difference in the participation rates of married mothers and those with other marital statuses.” This means that in 2014 slightly more than half of…
