Maintaining a schedule is key when raising kids. Knowing what to expect and having a plan for when you have to take your vehicle in for repairs can be a life saver.

We've all been in restaurants where kids start to act up or just get loud. You may have experienced this with your own kids.

One thing everybody needs is healthcare. Lisa Diehl from West Virginians for Affordable Health Care stops by today to talk about the new law and how it may be able to help you.

When most people think of Habitat for Humanity, you usually think of building new homes, but they can also help make repairs to homes. Executive Direction of the Parkersburg Habitat for Humanity, Alvin Phillipes, stops by today to talk about "Destination Design" a fundraising event for home improvement items.

Parents are always looking for activities to do with their families. Sometimes you can do fun things, sometimes you can do economical things, sometimes you can do things to help your community.

Every mom dreams of inexpensive, family fun activities, that can help bring everyone closer together. Well did you know you don't have to drive two hours to find something like that?

As kids get older it can be difficult to find news places for birthday parties. Glenna Hoff of Campus Martius stops by today to talk about some of the interesting things they offer for birthday parties. For more information you can visit www.campusmartiusmuseum.org or call 740-373-3750

When children are small, we sometimes think the silly ways they pronounce words is cute. But sometimes it can be a sign of a larger problem.

The Habitat for Humanity is a large organization that does a lot of things you might not know about. Alvin Phillips stops by today to shed some light on the group.

We all worry about our children and their development, but with so much conflicting advise out there, it is hard to tell what is accurate and what is best for you and your children.

Patty Hughes of the American Lung Association of WV stops by today to talk about the Teens Against Tobacco Use (T.A.T.U.) program.

Many teenagers don't care too much about politics, but sometimes some of them really get behind different causes. One of those causes is taking a stand against tobacco companies and tobacco use.

A new study says that parental involvement is more influential than school environment on a child's use of alcohol or other drugs.

Admit it, television is an important part of modern life. If you miss your shows, its a big deal and can leave you in a bad mood. There are a lot of new features out there that you may not know about that can make your life much easier.

Each child comes into this world with a natural curiosity to learn and education researchers say that the way we respond to this curiosity can have a huge impact on our child's life. Dr. Cathy Mowrer of Marietta College stops by today to talk about ways to help encourage this curiosity.

A busy mom can easily be overwhelmed if she noticed a parent becoming withdrawn. Finding the reason a parent is becoming withdrawing is crucial. Often times, an undiagnosed hearing problem could be the cause. Dr. Bill Bauer of Marietta College, stops by to point out some of the signs the problem may be due to hearing loss.

Christmas shopping can be a frustrating experience, but there are always other options available that allow you to avoid the crowds. Jessica McAlarney of McAlarney Pools, Spas, and Billiards stops by to talks about some of their products that can be enjoyed by the family all year round.

A very large number of households are headed by grandparents these days. As a result, West Virginia Birth to Three is reaching out to them.

When it is time to find a child care provider, many moms just don't know where to start and it can be an overwhelming situation because there are just so many factors to consider.

Most parents love to snuggle up with their kids and read them a good book. But this can also serve a greater purpose in promoting early literacy. Amy Snodgrass of Birth to Three stops by to talk about just that.

Many of us when we first meet a person with a disability aren't quite sure how to act or what to say. Christina Smith, Executive Director from The Arc of The MOV stops by today to share some tips on the proper ways to treat a person with disabilities.

Would you like to make an investment in your community that would also help with your family's artistic development?

Everyone loves watching children preform, especially if it's their own child. But how can we encourage and assist in their pursuit of their talens? Barbara Ream of The Actors Guild, "Guild Builders" program stops by today to share some tips.

Kids heading back to school can lead to some frustrating nights of homework. But they don't have to be so bad. Marcella Swaney of Marietta City Schools stops by today to share some tips.

Do you wish you had a grandparent near by to do some of the special things only grandparents can do?