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Sensory-Friendly Gifts for Kids

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
December 1, 2022
2022 Editions December 2022
Sensory play engages your child’s senses — touch, hearing, sight, smell and taste, while helping to develop motor skills, encouraging experimentation and problem solving and can even help your child calm down if they’re feeling over stimulated. Here are a few sensory-friendly gift ideas for children.  ...
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What’s Streaming: New Holiday Movies to Watch in December

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 30, 2022
2022 Editions December 2022
New holiday flicks hit streaming platforms just in time for winter break. Grab some hot cocoa, light the fireplace and snuggle in for a movie marathon that the whole family will enjoy.  ...
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Share your Holiday Traditions with Northeast Ohio Parent

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 11, 2022
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How does your family celebrate the holiday season? Is there a special recipe you bring out this time of year, a craft you like to make or a game your family plays? Share your holiday traditions for a chance to be featured in the December issue of Northeast Ohio Parent! ...
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November Things to do with Kids in Northeast Ohio

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 6, 2022
November 2022 Things to do
Looking for family-friendly fun this month? Check out these activities and events in Northeast Ohio. Go on an owl prowl, explore winterland at the Cleveland Public Library, attend a Santa Parade and more! ...
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Just Us: Kayla Lupean Shares Her Adoption Story

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 6, 2022
2022 Editions Featured November 2022
Kayla Lupean, a single adoptive mom and founder of Play Maysie, talks about parenting solo, navigating an open adoption and helping youth in foster care. ...
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Meet the Cover Kids!

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
October 31, 2022
2022 Editions Featured Magazine November 2022 Parenting
Local students were recently featured on the covers of the four Northeast Ohio Parent Fall Education Guides. Ranging in grades preschool through senior year of high school, these kids (and their parents) share some of their favorite things about each grade, plus some advice for others.  ...
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What’s Streaming: Family-Friendly Movies and Shows to Watch in October

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
October 12, 2022
2022 Editions Featured Magazine October 2022 Worth Noting
There are many new releases hitting streaming platforms this month. Whether you’re in the mood for something spooky, nostalgic, light-hearted or action-packed, there’s something for every family member on the list.  ...
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Colic or Something Else?

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
September 30, 2022
2022 Editions Featured Magazine October 2022 Parenting
Many healthy newborns will experience colic, but what exactly is it and why do some babies have it? ...
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PHOTOS: 2022 Education & STEM Expo at the Great Lakes Science Center

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
September 28, 2022
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The fifth annual Education & STEM Expo, was held Saturday September 24  at the Great Lake Science Center. As part of a day-long celebration of education, science and technology, dozens of schools and other education-related organizations were on hand to engage with kids and parents, providing valuable information and fun activities. ...
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Share Your Halloween Pet Photos

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
September 8, 2022
Featured Uncategorized
"Howl-o-ween" is coming and we want to see your furry family members in their best costumes! Use this form to upload your photos for a chance to be featured in the October issue of Northeast Ohio Parent. ...
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