Family Matters: Life with kids
No matter how much you plan, it can be hard to adjust to life with kids. Our parent panel shared their own advice on finding a balance between motherhood and your old identity.
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No matter how much you plan, it can be hard to adjust to life with kids. Our parent panel shared their own advice on finding a balance between motherhood and your old identity.
The SAT exams kick off in March, but there is a major change coming to the testing. Barron Whited joined us to show us how you and your teen can prepare.
Psychologist Dr. Katie Stewart joined the show today to talk about the personal connection with an item you have when you're a kid, and why it may not go away when you're an adult.
Journalist Meg St.-Esprit joined us to talk about how a tween's angst will impact your own emotions.
Every parent ends up losing their calm, but constant yelling won't improve the situation. We shared tips on how to dial it down with Patty Maxwell.
Stephanie Wijkstrom, the founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, joined us to share with us the signs of digital dating abuse and how to tackle it.
Whether you're in the baby phase, pre-teen or young adult phase of parenting, one thing is certain: it's easier when you have support and a listening ear. We're back with Muffy and Brea to tackle your parenting topics.
Licensed psychologist Dr. Katie Stewart is helping parents navigate interactions with deeply feeling children, who experience emotions more intensely than others. Host Heather Abraham sits down with her to get her tips.
The internet dilemma, it's something every parent now faces. Meg St-Esprit gave us tips on what you should consider when it comes to how much access your kids have.
Hyperactivity, trouble paying attention, impulsive behaviors. If these all sound familiar, it may be time to have your child screened for ADHD. Melissa Rayworth, the executive editor of Kidsburgh, talked with us about these next steps including resources in the Pittsburgh area.
Nobody wants to be the product of public embarrassment, especially children. In recent years, there have been countless videos of parents going online and intentionally shaming their kids. Jennifer Eisenreich, the owner of Shift Show Communication, joined us to chat more about this.
Patty Maxwell, the founder of Engage Kidz, joined us to share her thoughts on a style parenting that is embracing a unique style of parenting, focusing on free play.
Stephanie Wijkstrom, the founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, joined us to talk more about the benefits of family therapy.
Many kids went back to school last week after winter break. Some may have excitement, while others are more reluctant. Barron Whited, a counselor at Agora Cyber Charter School, has some tips for parents on how to help their kids get a fresh start.
Conscious parenting is the practice of being mindful of who you are as a parent and reflecting on how your mental and physical health affects your children. We dove into that subject with Muffy Mendoza and Gregg Behr.
Karyn Locke, from the travel blog "With Sand and Snow", stopped by to show us which places you should check out for a great weekend getaway!
Many people are using this month to come up with resolutions to start 2024 off right. Barron Whited, a counselor with Agora Cyber Charter School, says this is the perfect time for parents to focus on how to help their kids thrive.
Changes could be coming to Pennsylvania family courts as advocates push back against parental alienation claims. They're throwing their support behind a bill aimed at protecting children from abuse. We were joined by Meg St-Esprit who just wrote an investigative piece on these custody battles.
Our parenting expert, Patty Maxwell with Engage Kidz, was here to talk about why teaching children how to regulate their emotions is so important.
The executive director of Kidsburgh, Melissa Rayworth, is back with some easy tools you can try with your relatives this year on how to reconnect with our family history.
Our parent panel, Muffy Mendoza from Brown Mamas, and Brea Schmidt from the Thinking Branch, talked with us about how to find the right balance for holiday traditions.
Meg St-Esprit joined us for another edition of Family Matters.
Patty Maxwell, the founder of Engage Kidz LLC, joined us to give families tips on how to handle the holiday season.
Parents may balk at having a conversation about consent with their young children, but the concept can be taught at any age, and sex doesn't have to be part of the equation. The founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, Stephanie Wijkstrom, was here to share how to talk with your kids about this.
In the classroom, students with dyslexia are still getting left behind. Despite the fact that learning disorder affects 20-percent of people in the U.S., without the right support, it can feel impossible to catch up. One local father's experience inspired him to start a learning program using artificial intelligence.
Beginning in March, travelers will be able to get non-stop, year-round flights to Los Angeles from Pittsburgh International Airport.
People, things, and places are named for many different reasons, but how did the Arctic and the Antarctic get their names?
Some areas woke up to snow on Saturday morning, but for most places, it will taper off throughout the day.
A group of students at Duquesne University has grown frustrated with the lack of heat in their apartment.
Police said a Harmar Township man shot at several homes overnight before setting his own house on fire.
Beginning in March, travelers will be able to get non-stop, year-round flights to Los Angeles from Pittsburgh International Airport.
People, things, and places are named for many different reasons, but how did the Arctic and the Antarctic get their names?
Some areas woke up to snow on Saturday morning, but for most places, it will taper off throughout the day.
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Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday took on two cases challenging states that bar transgender athletes from participating on sports teams that align with their gender identities. One of them involves a student from West Virginia. Lauren Linder reports.
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
Taking a look back at the best moments of the week on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Tony Ciotoli, from City Grows, shows us which plants can help purify spaces during the cold, stuffy winter months!
Team PTL shares simple ways to find happiness with one go-to move!
Fitness Trainer, Daniel Hill of House Call Personal Training, shows us some simple exercises to get your body moving!
Local content creator, Jimmy Big Muscles, channeled his “Nonna’s” Chicken Cotoletta for today’s recipe!
Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Mike Tomlin's assistant coaches aren't expected to be retained by the team unless they are rehired by the new coach.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
Former Robert Morris University basketball player Markeese Hastings is accused of taking bribes to throw games.
The Steelers have reportedly requested to interview three different defensive coordinators for their open head coaching position.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Beginning in March, United Airlines will offer non-stop, year-round flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to LAX.
KDKA-TV's Cassidy Wood and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko discuss the sports topics of the day.
Places, people, and things have a variety of reasons for why they are named the way they are, but have you ever thought about why the Arctic and Antarctic have their names? Ray Petelin has and he explains it in a new Hey Ray!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
A group of students at Duquesne University has grown frustrated with the lack of heat in their apartment.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
