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Help Kids Conquer Common Childhood Fears

By Michelle Dickstein
July 12, 2019
It’s typical for kids to be afraid of the dark, feel especially shy or fearful around new people, or tell their parents they cannot fall asleep because monsters are under the bed. How can you address common childhood fears without exacerbating the problem? Also, when should a parent be concerned that a common fear has become a phobia? ...
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What Books Should I Choose to Read to My Toddler?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
July 7, 2019
Find out how to choose books that make toddlers feel included and competent, as well as engaged at an appropriate level. Also, learn five areas of early reading and how they build upon one another as children learn to read. ...
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15 Beach-Friendly Activities that Promote Speech and Language Skills in Children

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 26, 2019
Heading to the beach this summer? Here are 15 must-try activities that can be used to promote speech and language skills in children while splashing in the ocean and building
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6 Ways to Keep Your Toddler’s Sleep Schedule During Summer Travel

By Janine Kelbach
June 17, 2019

The benefits of adequate sleep include the overall support of our immune system, increased memory and focus, and the promotion of healthy growth. It’s easy to keep a routine while

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A Splash of Fun: 5 Summer Water Play Activities for Toddlers

By Janine Kelbach
June 14, 2019
Summer doesn’t last too long in Northeast Ohio, so it’s important to get your little ones outside while you can. Here are a few enjoyable water activities that will keep your toddler entertained all season long. ...
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Northeast Ohio Storytimes & Activities for Kids, June 2019

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 1, 2019

Have fun this month with a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children. read more

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Young Children are Getting Less Exercise Than we Thought

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 29, 2019

We hear it all the time: kids today aren’t getting enough exercise.

Now, a recent study said the age in which physical activity drops off for most kids is younger

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Water Safety 101: Swim Experts Share Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe this Summer

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 24, 2019

Did you know that:

  • Drowning is the number one cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4
  • Drowning kills nearly 1,000 children every year
  • 79% of children in
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Extra Help at Home for Your Child with Speech-Language Issues

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 23, 2019
Children who have been identified with speech-language impairments have likely established nonstandard patterns of speaking or have deficits that will require extra attention and training to improve. One or two sessions a week with a speech-language pathologist is not enough, and your involvement in carryover activities is crucial to your child's communication development. Here are some activities and games you can use at home to help.  ...
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A Home for Teens: Working with Older Youth in Foster Care

By Angela Gartner
May 16, 2019
According to the Public Children Services Association of Ohio, as of last July, 31 percent of children in custody were ages 12-17, and 913 children aged out of the system. While many families pursue building a family through adoption and imagining parenting younger children, there is a great need for teen foster and adoption. ...
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