Ten Tips for Flying With Children – Dayton Parent
But, even with all the inconveniences of travel, with some preparation, you and your children can enjoy the journey, tips for Flying with children
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“Seize the Summer!”
That is the message that the non-profit Read Aloud 15 MINUTES wants parents to receive during its “Seize the Summer” campaign that kicks off on Sunday, July 5. “Daily reading aloud is a tried-and-true way to combat the summer slide that so many school-age children experience,” says Read Aloud 15 MINUTES Executive Director, Bob Robbins. “The…
Allow Children to Roam Outdoors
Five Rivers MetroParks is part of a national movement to bring nature back into playgrounds says Joshua York, education supervisor for the park system
Kid-Friendly Rental Homes: How Families Can Relocate Smoothly
Relocating can be a whirlwind. Add kids to the equation, and that whirlwind becomes a full-on storm of emotions, logistics, and lists. For growing families, moving into a rental home brings its own unique mix of challenges and opportunities. From finding the right space to preparing your children emotionally, there’s a lot to juggle. But…
Getting Back On Our Feet
My family has been through some struggles over the past two years. My wife went to the hospital for a vicious bacterial virus. I was in the hospital twice. Once for a closed esophagus and then to be brought back to life from cardiac arrest (I was dead for ten minutes). We have also dealt with my father in…
Holiday Party at The Little Gym
Head to The Little Gym of Dayton for some family-friendly holiday fun with cookie decorating, hot cocoa, activities in the gym, and a visit from Santa himself on Sunday, December 16th. Don’t miss story time with Santa and see what the special surprise elves have been making for each family to take home…
Holiday Shopping at Once Upon a Child
Each year, around December 23rd, I find myself staring into my children’s closets, quickly realizing they have absolutely nothing to wear for Christmas. I know it’s coming, but I guess between the shopping, wrapping, cooking and normal everyday life, it drops to the bottom of the list. But this year, I was happy to plan…
Adding Books to Your Adventures!
With summer on the horizon, you and your kids are probably already starting to make plans for all sorts of summer fun. One thing that you can do to enrich your summer adventures is to read about them. It’s an easy thing to do and can make a huge impact on your child’s learning. For…
The 6th Annual Port Middletown Arts Festival
Experience the difference at The 6th Annual Port Middletown Arts Festival on Saturday, September 14th! At this year’s festival, you’re in for a surprise. they are bringing together the most unique and creative artists across Cincinnati and Dayton to show you art like you’ve never seen it before! The 6th Annual Port Middletown…
“6 Signs of School-Related Anxiety in Teenage Sons
School can be a challenging time for many teenagers, and anxiety often goes unnoticed amidst the typical ups and downs of adolescence. If your teenage son is facing overwhelming pressure from academics, social expectations, or extracurricular demands, it may manifest as school-related anxiety. In this guide, we outline common indicators that could signal he’s facing…