Americans want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates: Poll
A recent poll shows that most Americans support policies like paid family leave and low-cost daycares to manage high child care costs.
Child care costs are highest in these states, study finds
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
Toys and games to celebrate World Music Day
Erika Cardamone shares some of her favorite music-making toys for World Music Day.
Summer craft ideas
Sarah Rushford from Ebenezer Child Care Centers shares a few tips and fun craft ideas you can do with kids this summer.
@ Home Experiments; Summer Club SciKidz
Tanzania Sewell from Club SciKidz shares fun experiments you can do at home!
Free summer fun for families
We chat about a few events from the Milwaukee With Kids list of 50+ Free Things to Do with Kids This Summer
These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds
A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.
Learning at Big Truck Day in Milwaukee
Ernest Stubbs from the Milwaukee Department of Public Works joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about all the cool, and big, equipment you can see at Big Truck Day at Red Arrow Park in Milwaukee.
Big Truck Day arts and crafts
Brett Henzig from Artists Working in Education joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more about the fun activities children can take part in at Big Truck Day, including arts and crafts!
Checking out the equipment at Big Truck Day
Ernest Stubbs from the Milwaukee Department of Public Works joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about some of the big equipment you can check out at Big Truck Day.
Big Truck Day at Red Arrow Park
Erica Green from Milwaukee downtown BID 21 joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more about the 4th Annual Big Truck Day at Red Arrow Park.
Spring-themed flower crafts; Ebenezer Child Care Centers
Sarah Rushford with Ebenezer Child Care Centers shares at-home activities you can do with your kids using things you likely already have around the house.
Mother's Day 2025: Give your mom a shout-out on FOX6 with a photo!
Show your mom you love her with a shout-out on FOX6 WakeUp! Submit a photo to have it be featured on the show.
Summer camps with Happy Place Cooking Space
Executive Directors Sally Wagner and Lauren O'Brien give us a taste of what summer camps Happy Place Cooking Space is offering.
Sugar-free Easter baskets; Educational toys and games
Erika Cardamone shares toys and games that keep young minds growing while having fun.
Easy spring experiments for the family
Sarah Rushford from Ebenezer Child Care Centers shares a few spring-themed experiments that'll be fun for the whole family.
Taking your crew to see the Brew Crew; Visiting American Family Field with kids
Milwaukee with Kids founder Calie Herbst shares her tips for visiting American Family Field with kids.
It now costs nearly 300K to raise a child; here’s where it’s most expensive
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
Family-friendly spots to watch March Madness
Milwaukee With Kids Founder Calie Herbst shares a few family-friendly spots to watch March Madness with your family.
Festive ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family
Sarah Rushford from Ebenezer Child Care Centers has a few ideas to get the whole family involved in the festivities.