How to fight family burnout during COVID-19 crisis
Parents have become masters of juggling it all, but the reality is, the burnout is real.
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Pediatrician: Keeping up with your child's routine check-ups, vaccinations is important during pandemic
As area health systems continue to restore many of their operations, area doctors want parents to know that keeping up with their child's health visits is just as important now as it’s always been.
Are playdates safe? What parents need to know as social distancing rules relax
Wisconsin is starting to open back up, kids are on summer break, and many parents finding themselves at a loss when trying to set up play dates.
Smaller class sizes, flexibility urged for Wisconsin schools
New guidelines for Wisconsin schools show that big changes are in store if and when buildings reopen for students.
'Children are not color blind': Psychologist suggests now is a good time to talk to kids about racism
As Black Lives Matter protests continue across the country, doctors suggest parents take this as an opportunity to talk to their children about racism.
Kids are spending more time on screens: Why experts say that's not a bad thing
Students are officially on summer break after a hectic few months of online learning and a 'new normal' that's led to a spike in screen time. But as it turns out, that might not be so bad after all.
Playgrounds open under Phase 2, but may take a few weeks for crews in Madison to reopen all
The City of Madison website says that you may continue to see "closed" signs at some playgrounds because it may take crews a few weeks to open all of them.
Want to play rec league softball? MSCR announced special league, new classes
A recreation program in Madison will soon be able to hold some outdoor programs again, in addition to new virtual classes.
Parents should prepare kids to see PPE and extra screenings at next doctor's appointment
Extra screenings, masks, gloves, and gowns look like necessary precautions to adults. But for kids, seeing people, including their pediatrician, in full PPE might be a little scary.
Madison Parks Foundation donates $40,000 for Goodman Pool scholarships
Madison Parks Foundation is donating $40,000 to the Goodman Pool to go towards pool admissions scholarships.
Waunakee kids holding up Black Lives Matter signs 'til it starts getting nicer'
Kids are showing their solidarity and support for those who are also fighting for justice
A 9-year-old Waunakee child decided to stand out on a busy street with a Black Lives Matter sign to show his support and solidarity for those who are also fighting for justice.
3 easy ways to help first responders, essential workers during COVID-19
It’s normal to feel a little down right now. Science has proven doing something good for other people is a great way to boost your own mood.
Picky eating linked to demanding parents who limit foods, study says
Frustrated with your child's picky eating? If you're trying to fix the problem by becoming the food police, you're probably making your child's habit of picky eating worse, according to a new study that followed more than 300 parent-and-child pairs for five years.
Parents struggle with child care options as they head back to work
Some people are anxious to get back to work again when restrictions start to loosen next week. But for others, it could be a nightmare.
Parents who are going back to work next week find that they don't have many options when it comes to child care. With schools not open and child care centers either closed or under tight restrictions, many parents feel like they're stuck in a tough situation.
Madison nonprofit gives away baby items for families in need during pandemic
The nonprofit organization Pregnancy Helpline hosted a baby items giveaway for families in need during the pandemic on Saturday ahead of their reopening.
Fitchburg cancels summer recreation programs, closes McKee Farms Park splash pad for season
All summer programs offered through the Fitchburg Recreation Department are canceled.
Free offers for health care workers on Nurse Appreciation Day
Nurse appreciation week starts on Wednesday and several area businesses are offering deals and free treats as a way to say "Thank you." The Great Wolf Lodge in the Wisconsin Dells will give nurses and their families a free night stay…
Girl Scouts of Badgerland Wisconsin plan for virtual summer program
The CEO said she wants to give the girls a chance to have something to look forward to
With the uncertainty that lies ahead with the pandemic, the Girl Scouts of Badgerland Wisconsin are going virtual this summer.
Stuck at home? Learn to dance from the best
It was a Tuesday afternoon, and a work colleague wanted me to help her answer a question.
Madison girl raising money through virtual lemonade stand to help Little John's feed the community
A herculean effort from a girl who simply wanted a lemonade stand
In-person lemonade stands can't happen right now. So one Madison girl is creating a virtual one and donating all the money to an organization that's going to pay it forward.
Practicing mindfulness with your kids can help them deal with the stress of the pandemic
MADISON, Wis. -- Each week, News 3 Now's Time for Kids segment focuses on different ways to help your children cope with the stress of the coronavirus pandemic. Now that students are stuck at home and can't see their friends,…
Madison Parks changes policy to allow dogs on-leash in most parks
Madison Common Council approved revised dog ordinances in early 2020, allowing dogs on-leash at most Madison parks.
What we can expect summer camps to look like this year
Summer camps are still working with Public Health of Madison and Dane County to figure out a plan, but some already have an idea of where they are headed
The pandemic has many of us uncertain about what this summer will bring. Will we have a normal summer? Will we still be social distancing?
Beat the boredom blues: Download and print coloring pages featuring iconic Wisconsin Union sights
Here's something to help you pass the time while staying at home.
