Ages & Stages

With kids out of school due to Gov. Mike DeWine's order amid COVID-19 precautions, kids — and parents — will be looking for ways to stay entertained. Check out these 50 ways to help combat cabin fever and get your kids through until they return to school. ...

Many kids have a hard time producing the “R” sound, even after participating in years of speech therapy. It’s not their fault — some kids just don’t respond well to traditional therapy. In these cases, recently developed technology called visual biofeedback could be the solution. ...

As the saying goes, “You are what you eat.” That goes for all of us, no matter how young or how tiny. So why not give your baby the very best — and save some money while you’re at it? Find tips, tricks and recipes for easy homemade baby food. ...

If you’re the parent of a little girl, chances are the subject of ear piercing has or will come up. And if you’re the parent of a teenage girl or boy, be prepared for the conversation to possibly resurface again, this time perhaps with a different part of the body, such as a nose or lip piercing. While there isn’t necessarily a “perfect age” to get a piercing, there are points to consider and discuss with your child at any age. ...

Open house events are ideal for parents and students to ask questions, meet faculty and see if a particular school is the right fit. Check this list of private and other schools in the greater Cleveland/Akron area that offer upcoming open houses and tours. ...

Kids just aren’t using text messages to communicate with friends; instead, there are many social apps to download — for chatting, sharing videos and photos, or playing games. As a parent, do you know what your kids are using? We provide some popular communication apps, how kids are using them and ways parents can monitor what their kids are up to online.  ...

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Your child’s dentist helps keep their teeth clean and cavity-free. An orthodontist, however, is a dental specialist who is focused on positioning teeth and jaws into the right places. Check out this list of the top four reasons to consult an orthodontist for your child. ...

Because dental visits often are associated with the loud and unnerving sound of the drill, sharp needles and overall intimidating surroundings, pediatric patients can be fearful. However, the Solea dental laser is doing the impossible by making children of all ages excited about seeing their dentists. ...

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