Following bariatric surgery in September, 16-year-old Riley Ickes has lost 63 pounds, is on steady progress to reach her post-surgery weight goal, and is enjoying life in ways she has not in years. “For one thing, I love shopping for clothes now,” Riley said. “But I am just going to the thrift store, because I […]
Return to play: Is it safe to let kids play sports following a COVID diagnosis?
If your child is itching to return to the soccer field or basketball court following a bout with COVID-19, you may be wondering if it’s safe to let them. A growing body of evidence suggests moderate to severe COVID-19 infections in adults may cause lasting damage to the heart muscle raising concerns about the risks […]
Women in philanthropy spotlight: Linda Venner Lifetime of influence, teaching and experience has led donor to where she is today
Linda Venner is a nurse, a human resource professional, a mom – and a philanthropist. Linda is also a longtime supporter of Akron Children’s Hospital through individual giving, as well as giving through her family-owned business, Clampco Products Inc. Along with her husband, Jim, they have been supporting Akron Children’s since 1994. Linda’s relationship with […]
When will a vaccine be ready for my child?
The information in this post was updated at the time of publishing. Details are changing. Be sure to check back frequently for updates. As COVID-19 vaccine distribution continues, many parents are eager to learn when more vaccines will become available to others, especially their children. Dr. Eric Robinette, infectious disease physician at Akron Children’s […]
10 ways to beat boredom and keep families busy amidst COVID-19 pandemic
All Ohio schools closed. Bars, restaurants eat-in dining rooms shuttered. Sports and other events cancelled. COVID-19 has changed every family’s daily routine, activities and even their spring break travel plans for the foreseeable future. We’re quarantined in our homes with no place to go. Parents are stressed, while kids are fighting boredom. Now what? “Through […]
Now in kindergarten, Baddorf quadruplets light up a room Medina family to share NICU experience at Walk for Babies on Oct. 1
“They’re an instant party.” That’s how Brian Baddorf described his quadruplets, 3 girls and a boy, as they entertained themselves frolicking around furnishings in the lobby of Kay Jewelers Pavilion. “It doesn’t matter what toys or objects they have, they just make believe. They just talk to each other for hours on end,” Brian said. […]
