Archives by: Lori Orlinsky
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Looking for something new to read with the kids this month? These are the books currently on our to-be-read pile. ...
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If you’ve stepped foot in a carpool line or your own living room lately, you’ve probably seen it: kids squeezing, squishing and obsessing over toys like NeeDoh. It might look like a passing trend, but according to experts, there’s a lot more going on beneath the squish. ...
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Summer is filled with bike rides, pool days, playground adventures and backyard fun. Unfortunately, it’s also the season of scraped knees, bug bites, sunburns and the occasional trip to
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If it feels like siblings can go from laughing to arguing in seconds, often over something that seems insignificant, it’s not unusual. In fact, what looks like “annoying for no reason” is usually part of normal childhood development. ...
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Few parenting moments test your patience quite like a full-blown temper tantrum. While those big emotions can feel overwhelming for both kids and parents, experts say tantrums are a normal part of childhood development. ...
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Homework challenges are far more common and complex than most people realize. Here are a few ways to help your child for a better extension of the school day. ...
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For parents who have children who struggle with anxiety around new places, it can be frustrating for everyone. Why is something that’s supposed to be fun suddenly so hard? We talk about why some kids have anxiety and ways you can help. ...
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We spoke with Dr. Sarah Love, a pediatric psychologist at Akron Children’s Hospital, who says trends are far more than fun. They’re tied to the very real work kids are doing as they figure out who they are. ...
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New year, new books! Here’s what is on our to-be-read pile this month. ...
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If you’ve spent any time around a toddler, you’ve likely heard one word more than any other: “No!” From refusing to get dressed to pushing back at bedtime, that tiny two-letter word can make a big appearance in daily life — and it turns out, it’s an important part of growing up. ...
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