At the Baltimore’s Child 2023 Summer Camps & Activities Fair at Towson Town Center, School of Rock was one of 16 summer camp and activity providers who were on site to meet and greet kids and families—and even take some time to rock out! School of Rock is offering a …
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Choosing a Pediatrician
Being pregnant with a new baby is exciting and a little scary. Before your baby is born, you may feel overwhelmed with information and decisions that you need to make regarding their care. Figuring out who will be your child’s doctor is one of the most important decisions you need …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Shari Bailey
Shari Bailey knows birthdays can be among the most special celebrations in a child’s life—especially for children who don’t know how many of them they will have. Of her 8-year-old twin girls, Lana and Laila, the latter has a rare congenital disorder, Jacobsen’s Syndrome, which occurs in only one …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Melissa Seltzer
Melissa Seltzer is the Senior Director of Community Arts for the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore’s arts education programming for adults and children. She lives in Westminster with her husband (Evan) and sons Dylan (2 1/2) and Brody (8 weeks). What do you love the most about being a …
Read More »Childcare and Resources for Parents of Children with Disabilities
Child Care Kennedy Krieger Institute 707 N. Broadway Baltimore, MD 21205 800-873-3377 Evaluation and treatment for children with learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays, injuries of the brain, spinal cord and musculoskeletal system and other conditions. Respite for families who have children with special needs. Deaf, …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Phaedra Stewart Business owner and author Phaedra Stewart on parenting
How do you balance juggling parenthood and your career? Very carefully! I left corporate culture and started a business in 2021 partly to focus more on my family and son’s academic and social progress. My son was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, and he requires academic support because he learns differently. …
Read More »Disability Advocacy and Autism Resources for the Baltimore Area
Advocacy AUTISM SOCIETY OF BALTIMORE-CHESAPEAKE P.O. Box 10822 Baltimore, MD 21234 410-655-7933 baltimoreautismsociety.org The Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake is a volunteer organization founded in 1976. We were created to help serve the autism community in Baltimore. Our organization provides information, advocacy and support for families and individuals. First Maryland Disability …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Theodore “Teddy” Savage
Title: Head of Health and Fitness Excellence at Planet Fitness World Headquarters Lives: Baltimore Family: Jessica (fiancee), Nyah (15), Kayne (11), Zyana (6) and Teddy Jr. (6 months) What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? I think the hardest part about juggling being the best father …
Read More »How Can Your Kids Learn About the True Meaning of Memorial Day?
By: Rebecca Hastings While we all enjoy a day off and throw some burgers on the grill, teaching kids about Memorial Day is an important way to honor our country and all who served. But it can feel hard to know what to say, how to make it memorable and …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Jessica Formicola
What’s the hardest part about navigating parenthood and the demands of your career? Time! Is there ever enough time? Both working from home and having unconventional, and often lengthy, hours, make my career and life balance challenging. I have to get creative and make family a priority. I’ll let …
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