As parents shop during the holiday season, the latest Trouble in Toyland report can help them steer clear of products that may be dangerous for their kids. Highlights in the report include the following products that are hazardous to children.
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Why your child needs an IHP
Mindful eating: Make a plan to get through the holidays healthfully
Slow down before plowing through the holiday hors d’oeuvres or finishing off that overfilled plate of comfort food. An approach called mindful eating could just help you enjoy it even more and increase well-being.
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How grandparents can make the most of the holidays with their families
To survive the holidays with all parties on happy terms, grandparents need to understand the many factors that come into play.
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Tips for spending more time with your kids
Even when parents do spend time with their kids, the children often feel their parents’ aren’t fully present in the activity - and parents agree.
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The Mom Stop: Welcome to the greatest show on earth
Our oldest daughter, age 10, had a soccer game an hour away in exactly 90 minutes. We should have already left. Our middle child, our 8-year-old boy, meanwhile, had another soccer game in town at the exact same time.
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College major regrets… And what to consider instead
The U.S. Education Department has released troves of data at collegescorecard.ed.gov that shows how much money students borrow and later earn, by college major, university and even program.
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Aquaponically grown lettuce from AgWorks at CCA will feed area families this Thanksgiving
Students from Commonwealth Charter Academy are supporting local communities by growing and harvesting produce and donating it to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.
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Celebrate the season with holiday shows in Central PA
There are plenty of options to delight families this season, from ballet performances of the Nutcracker to seasonal musicals and plays.
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Movie review: ‘Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ is one big group hug
This is not the life and times of Fred Rogers. Instead, it’s a tribute to Rogers’ core beliefs: Be patient. Be kind. Be present. It’s empathy and love put in action.
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