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Angela Gartner

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Angela Gartner has been the editor at Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine since 2014. She has won local and national awards for her features, columns and photography over the years. Previously, her work appeared in publications including The News-Herald, Sun Newspapers and The Chicago Tribune. She grew up in Northeast Ohio and is a mom of two boys. The whole family is busy every weekend with sports and finding new happenings around the region. She is also a board member and past president at the Cleveland Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. She loves reading, writing poetry and taking the family's Scottish Terrier on walks.

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Feeling Blue? What’s Normal Postpartum?

April 2016 Health Parenting
While it’s typical to have a rosy perspective on experiences after the child arrives, it’s not always perfect — or even happy. The “baby blues” and postpartum depression can happen. Families, friends and new moms need to know the signs. ...
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Does Your Child Stutter?

April 2016 Health
"Mom, I wa- wa- wa- want some juice,” is something you might hear your preschooler or older child say. Stuttering — repetition of words or other parts of speech — is something many children experience during their developmental years. While some might outgrow this pattern of speech, others might need extra help to get a handle on how they talk. ...
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Connecting for Kids Meet and Greet Event This Thursday

April 2016
More than 60 local pediatric professionals and organizations are expected to participate, including therapists, programs and camps. The event is designed for families to learn about local resources, therapies, after-school programs and summer camps for their children who are struggling (with or without a formal diagnosis). ...
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Northeast Ohio Parent 2016 Cover Kids Contest

April 2016 Featured
Northeast Ohio Parent magazine announced the 2016 Cover Kids Contest in our April issue. We are looking for families with kids ages 0 to 17 to submit a favorite candid photo. The winners of each age category will receive a professional photo shoot session and will be featured on one of our 2016-17 Northeast Ohio Parent magazine covers. ...
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KidShow Weekend Schedule at Great Lakes Mall in Mentor

April 2015
KidShow at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor on Saturday and Sunday will provide families with a weekend full of activities, prizes, exhibitors and free entertainment. See the entertainment schedule to find out what's happening and when. Also, stop by the Northeast Ohio Parent booth for a craft or visit with a local author at our story time. ...
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Shaping Careers in Science Through Camp

Featured March 2016
From tapping our fingers on cell phones and computers to measuring the ingredients for tonight’s dinner, we are using science and technology daily. In the future, it will be even more important to our tech-savvy children. With so many career options out there, kids and parents may be looking to spark an interest in the field beyond the regular school year. ...
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Calling All Campers: Find Your Child’s Next Summer Adventure

Featured
It will soon be that time of year again. Your kids will be dragging out their trunks, sports equipment, musical instruments, science and art supplies to get ready for the camp season. At what camp will your child find themselves this summer? There are plenty of options around Northeast Ohio. We provide you with where to go, but also help with your decision by sharing camp experiences through the eyes of four local kids. ...
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National Catholic Schools Week Through Feb. 6

February 2016
Catholic schools around Northeast Ohio will be celebrating the 2016 National Catholic Schools Week. Schools typically observe the annual week by providing open houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners and community members. ...
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Parent Tip of the Week: Reading Room: Book Suggestions for Janurary

Featured
Cozy up in your favorite place and explore the wonders of books with your child. From infants to teenagers, here are a few suggestions to purchase or pick up at your local library. ...
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Covering Coughs — What is Normal

Health
Children with colds or other respiratory illnesses will likely develop a cough. While most coughs are not harmful and will go away with some basic home remedies, some others must be watched carefully and could require extra medical attention. ...
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