Psychologist and parenting authority Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, author of “Kid Confidence,” offers advice on how to help your kids make friends in “Growing Friendships” and a new mini-podcast, “Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic”.
Experts with the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library are sharing some ways to make navigating the sea of books a little smoother to find books your kid will love.
Meet the 5th grade recipient of Hillsborough County’s 2022 Anti-Bullying Recognition Award and find out how you can nominate a child or teen who has gone above and beyond to battle bullying.
“We are basically the biggest restaurant chain in town!” Meet Arianne Corbett. If your child eats breakfast or lunch at a Hillsborough County Public School, she’s the one planning their menu. She’s a school nutritionist in a post-pandemic world. “The pandemic shifted the whole model of school feeding,” she said. “When the world shut down,…
We asked local parents to share their favorite Easter hacks to help inspire some new ideas for you! We are loving all of the responses and we think you will, too! Check them out: Related: Our favorite Easter Egg Hunts and more this week in Tampa Bay! What to put inside plastic Easter eggs and…
Bluey is heading to Tampa for her first-ever stage show – Bluey’s Big Play! Head to The Straz Center on April 29 & 30 to see Bluey, Bingo, and all your favorite characters come to life!
Learn more about the many VPK options for your child through the Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties.
April is Occupational Therapy Month. It’s a time to recognize the achievements of patients like 13-year-old Jaden who recovered from a serious accident, thanks, in part, to the efforts of occupational therapist Rachael Thibeau and other experts at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Jaden had gone for a ride on his friend’s pontoon boat on…
Kids chopping with actual knives? Stirring pots on hot burners? Responsible for a meal? You’d be surprised how successful kids of all ages can be in the kitchen.
The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library is hosting a Summer Reading Challenge for all ages from June 1 – July 31, 2023!
Orlando World Center Marriott has no shortage of fun for the whole family. We’ve got the scoop on what to do and what to know before you go!
There’s no shortage of things to do at Tradewinds Island Resorts from floating cabanas and water park and so much more!
Bianca Burrows, @itsbbart Did you know that local students get less than one hour of art instruction in school each week? For children that express themselves through a more creative approach or kids that struggle in school because they do not meet traditional academic standards, that’s not enough time in the school year for them to…
When it comes to Walt Disney World restaurants you have lots of choices. The challenge is that many of the popular Disney restaurants book up. And some restaurants are more kid-friendly than others. That’s where Round Rodeo BBQ Restaurant comes in. New to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, this Toy Story restaurant is a welcome addition. Let’s…
Playing with your child supports early brain development. Learn how to make playtime meaningful with just five minutes each day.
Experience the buzz of BUGTOPIA at ZooTampa as you get up-close to 13 larger-than-life animatronic bugs that will educate and amaze!
See what it’s like to play in the Measurement Rules traveling exhibit at Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa!
With so many water access points across the Tampa area, there are tons of places to go kayaking near you, whether you choose to book a guided tour or rent from a local kayak rental company.
Enjoying traditional summer fun has been challenging this year, with limited access to our favorite activities but check out these Florida Springs!
Shellebrate spring and check out Dino Rescue at Clearwater Marine Aquarium before the exhibit goes extinct on April 15!
Lowry Park Zoo’s old Fairyland figurine restoration is underway, thanks to Richard Gonzmart of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants. See them at Ulele.
Bring on the road trips! And don’t forget the snacks! Jenny P. from @LunchBoxMafia shares tips for satisfying road trip and theme park snacks!
Meet Rylee Miller: Academy of the Holy Names fifth-grader, twin sister and a professional kid-DJ who’s spun for the Tampa Bay Lightning and more!
Meet Alyssa Rhoads, producer of show-stopping events and creator of joy, wonder and enchantment in everything she creates.
Learn how the peer mentoring program at Seminole Heights Elementary is building communication, empathy, and kindness between groups of students.
Tampa native and celebrity chef Richard Hales invites us into his home with his flagship restaurant, Black Brick, and talks family life in his hometown.
Need a hotel near Universal or Disney? These are the best hotels for families near Orlando’s theme parks for all budget levels.
If your child loves art or wants to try something new, check out one of the best art summer camp programs in Tampa Bay!
We’re sharing the best summer programs offering outdoor and sports camps in Tampa Bay for kids of all ages.
We’re sharing the best STEM summer camps and science summer camps in Tampa Bay.
We’re sharing our favorite performing arts summer camps in Tampa Bay for your child’s best summer ever!
Tall Ships St. Pete is a chance to immerse yourself in our nation’s maritime history whether you watch in awe from land or step on board one of the seven iconic ships, some dating as far back as the 1800s.
The 2023 Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival features culinary flavors from around the world and not-to-miss concerts!
We’re sharing all you need to know to plan your day at Southshore Bay Lagoon, a 5-acre man-made lagoon where you can swim and enjoy fun water activities.
Even little kids deserve to have the best summer ever at camp! We’re sharing out favorite summer camps for preschoolers in Tampa Bay!
Get to know Chris and Ryan Zubrick as the illusionists share their journey in magic, a passion that began in childhood.
Let’s face it, traveling with kids can be stressful. Here are 5 of our favorite things that help ease transitions and keep things moving smoothly on the road.
Like all Y camps, the Campo Family YMCA Summer Camp provides a safe and supportive space for your child to learn, grow and thrive. We go behind the scenes to learn more about this popular camp.
Tampa Pickleball Crew founders dish about the easy-to-learn sport with a newly minted Major League that’s taking over Tampa Bay!
Brea (Bray-UH), the first-ever facility dog at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, brings smiles and a friendly distraction for hospitalized kids.
The Maternal Fetal Medicine program and Fetal Care Center at Tampa General earned a spot on Newsweek’s List of Best Maternity Hospitals in 2022 and was named highest ranked in Florida for Obstetrics & Gynecology by U.S. News & World Report for 2022-2023.
Besides the practical reasons for attending summer camp, Corbett Prep shares 5 more less-obvious reasons to fit camp into your summer schedule.
In December, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital rolled out the AngelEye camera system to help parent-preemie bonding in the NICU.
Acne affects nearly 85% of people between the ages of 12 and 24. Advent Health Dermatologist, Dr. Graham, talks causes, types and treatments.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Healthy Weight Initiative shares healthy snack swaps that go beyond “quick diet fixes” for national nutrition month.
We live here and PLAY here, so we know a thing or two about all fo the awesome things to do in Tampa Bay with the kids! We’re sharing some of our favorites to help you plan the best day ever with the family in gorgeous Tampa Bay.
We have flown to Europe countless times and once we are there, we take multiple commuter flights. Here’s what I’ve learned: The most important thing is being prepared, prepared and more prepared!
We’re dishing on all of the details to help you plan your glamping getaway at Westgate River Ranch in Florida!
We’re adding a fun twist to the classic Easter egg activity, replacing hard-boiled eggs with plastic craft eggs to create paint drip eggs, tie-dye eggs, and even rice dyed eggs!
The Tampa area has some of the best beaches in the country and your pup can enjoy them too! Check out our list of dog-friendly picks!
Natajassa Prose of @proseandcompany is sharing what it’s like to spend the day at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park with the kids!
When we have the right tools to address our child’s unwanted behaviors, difficult situations become easier to handle and our confidence as parents grows. Behave Your Best explores two common unwanted behaviors and what you can do to stop them.
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common virus in young children and, while it is usually not serious, it is very contagious.
The newest ride at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Serengeti Flyer, is the world’s tallest and fastest of its kind and we’ve got the details!
Amidst the construction cranes dotting the landscape, you will see the electric wires that power the TECO Line Streetcar.
We’re getting to know Gary Wishnatzki, of Wish Farms, to learn more about the history of his family’s farming business in Tampa Bay and where they’re heading in the future.
Looking for a day trip to get out of the house for a bit or to maybe take a weekend family “drivecation”? Look no further than the Florida natural springs!
We’re sharing our favorite museums for kids in Tampa Bay that your kiddos are sure to love! From children’s musuems to history museums, there’s something for every family on our list.
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is usually seen in adults, but pediatricians and pediatric cardiologists are seeing this more often in children. Higher blood pressure means the pressure in the blood vessels is increased, causing the heart and other organs to work harder. This can put people at a higher risk for chronic illnesses…
Most parents do their best to avoid the famous phrase, “I’m bored,” yet many hear it all summer long! Jen Gordon, a mother to eight-year-old Emily and seven-year-old Kenneth, empathizes with parents around the nation. Yet, she shares that her kids rarely complain about summer boredom. Jen attributes her children’s positive attitudes to their love…
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