Heather Ross

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Celebrate Pi Day (3.14) with Lemon Icebox Pie

1 month ago | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

Pi Day, which takes place every year on March 14, celebrates the mathematical constant, Pi, or 3.14…Some of our favorite ways to celebrate include Pi memorization contests, talking about Pi, making crafts and, of course, eating pie! Beyond just enjoying a tasty dessert, making your own pie is a great opportunity to get creative, spend time with family and explore math through baking. In honor of National Pi Day, here is the recipe for Great-Grandma Ruby Ross’ Lemon Icebox Pie.
Vaccine Hesitancy?

Jan 14, 2025 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

What to Know About Trust & Misconceptions When it Comes to Vaccinating Your ChildDuring the 2023-2024 school year, vaccination among kindergartners in the United States decreased for all reported vaccines compared to the year before, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But the decrease in coverage goes far beyond COVID-19, applying to diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (DTaP) and old-school woes like measles, mumpsand rubella. By Nov.
What To Consider When Choosing a Baby Sitter

Jan 14, 2025 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

It’s date night. You need to travel for work. Your friends from college are in town. Maybe you just need to get out. Whatever the reason, it’s time to find a babysitter. When choosing a babysitter, it’s important to pick someone who can meet your No. 1 goal as a parent: keeping your child safe. A professional babysitter will have a background check, extensive training and experience.
Petra Gonzales... Parent You Should Know

Jan 14, 2025 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

How do people who need assistance meet people who are ready to help? Petra Gonzales introduces them. Gonzales works as a supports planner, helping people who are considered medically fragile get access to the services and supports available to them. “A lot of times, that looks like me doing home visits and making sure that an elderly individual in the community is safe and thriving, and that they have access to support systems to help them with their activities of daily living,” Gonzales says.
There's Snow Time Like the Present: Snow Activities for Kids

Jan 6, 2025 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

With a forecast of snow accumulating between 4 inches and 8 inches today in Baltimore, there will be plenty to work with for snow day activities!Rediscover the magic of winter by taking advantage of snow days with the kids. Here are a few classic and creative ways to enjoy the snow as a family. Have a Snowball FightNot all snow is equal. Snow that is too dry won’t stick together well enough to form a snowball, and snow that is too wet or icy might hurt.
How to Reduce Your Energy Spending This Winter

Dec 3, 2024 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

Every year, families spend big on heating and cooling their homes—but with small changes, families may be able to reduce their yearly energy spending in a big way. Making the family home more energy efficient saves money, improves health and contributes to addressing climate change, according to Paula Glover, president of The Alliance to Save Energy (ASE), a nonprofit coalition made up of business, government, environmental and consumer groups.
Thanksgiving with the Kids

Nov 27, 2024 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

Planning a Thanksgiving bash that works for everyone can be a challenge. Luckily, the kids are easy to please with a little planning. Here are a few tricks to keep the kiddos happy and make cleanup easier on everyone. Simple BitesKeep the kiddie menu simple and satisfying with comfort foods like mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, cut apples and rolls. Leave any sauces as optional additions for the kids’ dishes and have sandwich supplies on hand just in case.
Fall in Love with This Garland Craft

Nov 25, 2024 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

Celebrate the fall season by bringing your family closer together with this garland craft. By blending natural fall elements with fall colors and old-fashioned crafty experience, you and your family can create a memorable and warm decoration.
DIY: Hand Turkey Paint Craft

Nov 15, 2024 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

Thanksgiving is almost here, and it’s time for the honored tradition of making hand turkeys—but maybe parents should get their hands dirty, too. Make your own hand turkey alongside your child to create a fun craft and a memory to look back on year after year and remember how tiny their hands were. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making painted hand turkeys with your child.
Firearm Safety, Storage and Best Family Practices from Baltimore County Police

Oct 15, 2024 | baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that of households with firearms, close to half store them unsafely. The report, which was released in June, states that secure firearm storage might help reduce access by children and the related risk for injury or death. In the United States, unintentional injury is currently the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 17, with firearms as a leading method of injury, according to the CDC.