Ages & Stages

Ages & Stages

Letting Your Child Have a Phone? Here’s How to Keep Them Safe

At some point, every parent has to face the fact that their child having a phone might actually be a useful way of keeping them safe and enabling them to

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What NE Ohio Parents Can Do To Get Better Daycare Safety

If you’re a parent and you leave your child in a daycare center, you expect that your child will be safe. It’s a given, an unwritten rule, a must-have standard.

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How DIY Creativity Helps Kids Grow

In many Ohio homes, DIY projects have become one of the most meaningful ways for parents and children to spend quality time together. Whether it is crafting at the kitchen

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Is Your Child Developing Socially?

One of the most important elements and aspects to your child’s development is their social life, and this is something that you are going to want to make sure you

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When Should Parents Give Their Tween a Smart Phone?

There’s no set age for getting a child a cellphone. Instead, experts recommend weighing factors such as your child’s maturity and your family’s needs to help decide when the time is right. ...
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How to Help Middle Schoolers and Tweens Avoid the Rumor Mill

Are you noticing your middle schooler or tween talking more about the rumors they hear at school? The “rumor mill” consists of discussions that happen behind someone’s back, without their knowledge, and saying things you wouldn’t say if that person were present. Here are a few tips to help navigate this landscape. ...
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Tracking Developmental Milestones

Do you ever find yourself wondering if your child is developing “on time”? While it’s easy to get caught up in comparisons, developmental milestones are here to guide you, not define your children, as they grow. ...
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Why Don’t Teens Ever Come Out of Their Rooms?

If it seems like your teen is permanently stationed behind a closed bedroom door, you’re not alone. Many parents find themselves wondering, “Why doesn’t my teenager ever come out of their room?” There are several developmentally appropriate — and potentially concerning — reasons why teens retreat to their personal spaces. ...
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Northeast Ohio Fall Fun: Corn Mazes

Seasonal family fun in the greater Cleveland/Akron area during the fall includes one essential experience: trekking through a corn maze. Whether your family wants the challenge of a labyrinth spanning several acres or a smaller maze that's stroller-friendly, find the right autumn adventure this month. ...
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5 Things Northeast Ohio Parents Should Know Before Booking Baby Photos

Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most precious moments, and as Northeast Ohio parents, you want to preserve every detail. But between sleepless nights and adjusting to your

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