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.
Thomas Stanko will spend the rest of his life in prison after being found guilty of killing Cassandra Gross in 2018.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
After a very warm April in Pittsburgh, May's weather gets off to a chilly start.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
The paper's new owners said it will be retaining its current leadership.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Thomas Stanko will spend the rest of his life in prison after being found guilty of killing Cassandra Gross in 2018.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
After a very warm April in Pittsburgh, May's weather gets off to a chilly start.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday to give us his rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh!
Team PTL's Boaz Frankel is getting dirty with this assignment, but it's all in an effort to clean up Pittsburgh's parks!
It started with just one location, and one idea, now 70 years later, Pittsburgh's own 84 Lumber has become a household name!
This year, you can skip the shopping cart and find something one-of-a-kind at the I Made It Market! Carrie Nardini joins us to show some of the unique gifts you can get for mom.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is meeting the cast of Pittsburgh Musical Theater's production of Dear Evan Hansen, and she even got a sneak peek at the upcoming performances!
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
Jones, 24, missed the final portion of the 2026 season for the Steelers after suffering a neck injury.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and his family have marked a milestone with the groundbreaking of a new domed stadium, set to open in 2029.
The Bishop Canevin High School baseball team is rallying around assistant coach Tim Jones.
JJ Wetherholt led off with a home run against Pirates ace Paul Skenes, and the St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 10-5 to complete a four-game sweep.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Rising fuel prices could have an impact on vacation plans as we head towards summer.
The paper's leadership will oversee a staff that is considerably smaller than its current size.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
KDKA's Ricky Sayer got the chance to tag along with Pittsburgh EMS during the 2026 NFL draft.
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.
