Editor's Picks: We Love It!
By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards Hop, Waddle, Stomp! Toss the soft, colorful ball, choose a matching puzzle piece and waddle across the room to unite the baby…
Editor's Picks: We Love It!
By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards Nuna CUDL clik This baby carrier with an adjustable waistband and a breathable mesh fabric is designed to provide comfort and freedom for both parent…
Calendar: Family Events in August and September
“Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.,” presented by Upper Darby Summer Stage | Aug. 9-10, 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Upper Darby Performing Arts Center | 601…
My Turn: A Foster Mom's Journey of Healing and Hope
I’ll be 45 soon, and looking back on the last 15 years, I’m in awe. Most days it's hard to believe what I have accomplished, and even harder to believe…
Summer Series for Delaware Valley Families
These events recur weekly in August or September. Don’t miss out on the family fun! Terrific Tuesdays Throughout August, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tuesday Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library…
Our Picks
Editor's Picks: We Love It!
By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards Hop, Waddle, Stomp! Toss the soft, colorful ball, choose a matching puzzle piece and waddle across the room to unite the baby…
Editor's Picks: We Love It!
By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards Nuna CUDL clik This baby carrier with an adjustable waistband and a breathable mesh fabric is designed to provide comfort and freedom for both parent…
Elementary Cyber Option Prepares Students for a Lifetime of Success
The key to all that Agora Cyber Charter School offers is its dedication to supporting its students on an individualized basis.
Education
Top 5 Benefits of Enrolling Your Kids In Swim Lessons
Learning to swim can open a world of opportunity for your little one and the lessons learned during swim class can benefit your child for their entire life. These lessons can also be lifesaving, as formal swimming lessons can reduce…
It’s a big, beautiful world: Now get out there, kids, and enjoy it!
For years, parents told their kids “Go out and play,” fully expecting them to spend the day getting dirty, exploring nature and, well, just being kids. Then came video games, smartphones,…
Rare Disease Day: What Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Is (And Isn’t)
Flexibility is usually described as a positive trait in children. They might be able to do party tricks like bend their pinky backwards or always hit a split in gymnastics. But, if those…
My Turn: Eco-friendly Valentine's Day
Love is in the air! It’s that time of year when our kids celebrate friendship and love by indulging in treats and handing out cards to their friends during Valentine’s Day class…
Camps & Classes
‘Raising a Little Hell’ at Camp
Camper Victoria Saunders loves swimming at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in the summer. It’s not an activity she usually gets to do. Living with…
Parent You Should Know: Sara Sideman
Sara Sideman did not go to Jewish camp growing up. (Sideman’s mother was a school speech pathologist, so she was home in the summer and did not need the childcare.) But nonetheless, a Jewish…
Learn a Skill This Summer
With many summer camps closing their registration period only a few months into the year, you might be feeling the pressure to narrow down camp choices, but too many options can make it difficult. What if your child doesn’t find…
An enriching endeavor: After-school music lessons boost kids’ confidence levels and skill sets
Music can be a beautiful thing to parents’ ears (and lives). After all, it helps develop the brains, skills and confidence levels of young children, according to those who both teach and learn from it. With the start of a…
Ages & Stages
I Previously Rejected My LGBTQ+ Child. How Can I Fix It?
Kollyn Conrad grew up in Maryville, a suburb of Knoxville, Tennessee. When Conrad came out as gay, he says his mother was confused and afraid—afraid of what that would mean for…
Baby-Proofing: Here's What You Need to Know
Baby-proofing is an important step in every parent’s journey. As children grow, so does their curiosity. The goal is to make your home a safe place for them to play and explore…
Party of Two: Single Mamas by Choice in the Delaware Valley
Glorious spring days revive the world with new life and inspire us to celebrate those who love and nurture like no other: mothers. But what of the…
Baby Clothing and Care in the Delaware Valley
New baby, new clothes, new care! Being a new parent can be stressful as you're trying to adjust your schedule and figure out what works best for your unique…
SpecialKids
Planning a Playdate: Neurodiversity Edition
Playdates are an important part of childhood. They offer time for kids to interact socially without the structure of school or extracurricular activities. They also help kids learn to share, socialize and…
Autism and the Role of Siblings
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect social communication and behaviors. ASD is considered…
What Are the Early Signs of Autism in Babies?
A new study confirms that ASD can be detected early. Here are four things you can look for in your one-year-old and other signs at older ages.
Autism: Sensory Issues, Therapy Solutions
Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can often exhibit sensory issues such as hyper- or hypo-sensitivity to various stimuli. As many as 70% to 96% of those diagnosed with autism…
Health
Baby-Proofing: Here's What You Need to Know
Baby-proofing is an important step in every parent’s journey. As children grow, so does their curiosity. The goal is to make your home a safe place for them to play and explore…
My Turn: Health Benefits of Volunteering for Kids and Teens
Volunteering is a valuable experience that most people believe is beneficial for society. It’s never too early to encourage your children to start volunteering in an age-appropriate way, and there’s no better time than National Volunteer Week (April 16-22). [caption…
It’s a big, beautiful world: Now get out there, kids, and enjoy it!
For years, parents told their kids “Go out and play,” fully expecting them to spend the day getting dirty, exploring nature and, well, just being kids. Then came video games, smartphones,…
Watermelon Snowman Snack
The cold chill of winter may have you feeling trapped indoors with nothing to do and nowhere to go, but fun activities fit for the whole family can add excitement and chase…
Home Life
August Roundup: Community and Family News in the Delaware Valley
Final Days: Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square Visitors to Philadelphia in late summer may be familiar with the glow of thousands of lights—specifically, steel-framed and silk-wrapped lighted sculptures that celebrate…
Saying Hello to Baby
By Andrea Denish “Nants’ ingonyama, bakithi, baba. Sithi hu ‘ngonyama.” It’s the opening scene to Disney’s “The Lion King,” and Simba is being raised up high for all the jungle animals to see the future king. I tear up instantly…
Mom and Me Figurines
Make a memory this Mother’s Day with a craft that’s fun for all ages. This month, make painted figurines of both parent and child using a kid-friendly clay substitute that’s easy to handle. The completed figurines can be used as…
Parent You Should Know: Sara Sideman
Sara Sideman did not go to Jewish camp growing up. (Sideman’s mother was a school speech pathologist, so she was home in the summer and did not need the childcare.) But nonetheless, a Jewish…