Sonoma Co. Increases Efforts To Find Foster Parents, Adoptive Families

County officials announced an expansion of a partnership with RaiseAChild to recruit families willing to take in foster children.

Petaluma Parents May Have Products Linked To 90 Baby Deaths

New federal safety regulations for baby sleep products may affect what Petaluma parents already have in their homes.

Camp so fun they won’t even know they're learning!

Day Camp for Pre-K - 8th. Six North Bay Locations.

Family Summer Bicycle Challenge Launches In SoCo, Bay Area

Your local REI Co-Op team created a list of 28 things for families to find or do while out on their family cycling adventures.

Kids are Home. EDMO® is LIVE.

Camp EDMO® transforms its educational camps to an online experience for all kids, with honor system pricing

Free Meals Served In Guerneville: Boys & Girls Clubs Sonoma-Marin

The meals are for children 18 and younger regardless of the school or district they attend, according to Boys & Girls Clubs Of Sonoma-Marin.

Camp EDMO® - Early Bird Savings

Summer Camp for The Whole Kid! Camp EDMO® for Pre-K–8th Graders

Summer Camp for The Whole Kid

Camp EDMO for Pre-K–8th Graders

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Summer Breakfast, Lunch Served At Petaluma Boys & Girls Clubhouse

Free meals are served twice a day.

Lisa Laporte, CEO, on How Tech Makes Parenting Easier

Lisa Laporte highlights some of the ways that tech makes parenting a little bit easier.

Hungry Kids: Thousands In Sonoma County Don’t Have Enough To Eat

One in six children in America don’t have enough to eat. That includes more than 16,000 in Sonoma County.

Free Bus Rides on Butter & Egg Days Weekend!

Ride Petaluma Transit for FREE to the Parade and Antique Faire!

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

April is Autism Awareness Month

Please support your local kids in Petaluma that have autism

Join PEF in Honoring the Class of 2019

Petaluma Educational Foundation Continues Tradition of Supporting Local Students

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Kindness Is Soft, The Science Behind It Concrete

Camp EDMO™ for Pre-K - 8th Graders

Something Profound Happens at Camp

Camp EDMO™ for Pre-K - 8th Graders

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

VFW Scholarship Program

Essay and speech on gieven topic

How Much Child Care Costs In CA As Birth Rate Hits 30-Year Low

The U.S. birth rate hit a 30-year low in 2017. The high cost of child care is a big reason why.

Kids are gearing up for the release of the new Star Wars!

Charles Dortch IV of Santa Rosa is ready for the new Star Wars (The Last Jedi) and has a date with his family on Saturday Dec. 16th

At Least One-in-Five Children in Every Classroom is Effected

Children are physical beings and use all their senses to learn. Sensory processing and learning disorders are on the rise.

The 11 Angriest Cities In America: Guess Which California City Made The Cut?

A national group just released its list of the '11 Angriest Cities In America.' Was your town on the list?

Best, Worst Staycation Spots Ranked For California: Report

The personal-finance website WalletHub this week released its report on 2016’s Best and Worst Cities for Staycations.

For Your Young Petaluma Readers: 'Steve Jobs: Insanely Great'

Before your kids see the movie about Steve Jobs, don't you want them to have read the book?

RECARO Issues Voluntary Recall of Car Seats

The recall affects 173,063 ProRIDE and Performance RIDE units all manufactured before June 9, 2015.

How to Beat the Boring-School-Lunch Blues

To ease your family from lazy summer days into the new school year, here are a few tips from favorite bloggers.

Trying To Be Your Teen's Best Friend So He Or She Can Tell You Anything?

Ummm ... rethink that, a Bay Area therapist advises. You're zapping your parental authority. And here's why.

What Are America's Top Baby Names?

These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?

Have a Child in College? Don't Miss These Tax Deductions

The tax deadline is months away. But saving paperwork now will save time--and money-- later.

Could This Kid's Book Be An Award Winner?

Step right up and read this book filled with wonder, courage and a Lightbender ... sounds like magic is afoot! Keep 'em reading, Petaluma.

How To Build Happy, Close-Knit Families In Midst Of Busy, Gadget-Filled Lives

Routines as simple as "Taco Tuesdays" are key. And maybe let the kids Skype Grandma, Stanford child and family coordinator says.

Today's Club Med: Ideal Place For A Family Holiday (YES, Families!)

Not just for couples anymore, now the resorts offer great experiences and bargains for all ages!

Got Teens, Petaluma? They'll Enjoy This Novel Full of Intrigue

A can't-put-down read about murder and mayhem in our nation's capital. Keep 'em reading ...

Great Baseball Series for Kids By Cal Ripken, Jr.

Hey, batter batter .... your kids don't want to miss this one. Keep 'em reading, Petaluma parents!

For Your Li'l Petaluma Readers: Book To Encourage Them To Try New Foods

Pass the goat cheese, s'il vous plait, and watch your children enjoy a fun read.

Becoming A Better Parent

A simple strategy to help children feel heard and parents be better parents.

Permission to Grieve When Your Children Go Away to College

When our children leave the nest, it is okay to grieve!

Your 'Birth Lottery' Determines Your American Dream? - New Study

American children born into high-income families see far greater earnings over their lifetimes than children born into low-income homes.

You Tell Us, Petaluma: Should Minions Be Used to Sell Candy and Junk Food?

A nonprofit watchdog group that monitors nutrition is calling for the Minions to be removed from candy and junk food. Do you agree?

Dear Parents: Your Hunt For A Great Kid's Book Is Over

This story has it all: games, puzzles and plenty of action to keep even the most finicky kid entertained.

Do Petaluma Children Have iPad Addictions?

This Patch reader thinks kids and teens are at risk for serious consequences of electronic- device addictions. Do you agree?