The first days and nights with your baby can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time parent. “One of the most important things you can do is try to relax, especially if you’ve decided to breastfeed,” said Dr. Jessica Tattershall, a pediatrician with the Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics office in Austintown. “The more you stress, […]
Child Psychologist Shares 12 Common Parenting Mistakes
As a parent, it’s easy to worry that you’re making mistakes or to second-guess your decisions or parenting skills. However, child psychologist Geoffrey Putt, director of outpatient therapy services at Akron Children’s Hospital, wants parents to feel confident in their abilities and recognize that when it comes to raising kids, there’s no right or wrong […]
New 60-second video series offers positive strategies to common parenting issues
No one says parenting is easy, and we all have questions from time to time. Wouldn’t it be great if you could have these questions answered by an expert? If you have a minute, you can. Called 60-Second Positive Parenting, Akron Children’s new video series offers brief strategies and perspectives on everyday parenting issues, with […]