Ages & Stages

Ages & Stages

LakewoodAlive to Host ‘Depression, Anxiety and Teens’ Community Forum

LakewoodAlive will host a free community forum Tuesday evening featuring a panel of experts who will delve into warning signs, best practices for assisting a young person who is suffering from depression and/or anxiety, and the multitude of local resources available. ...
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Tantrum or Red Flag? Understanding Sensory Processing Issues

In children, sensory processing issues typically arise around preschool age when kids are going through developmental phases or are exposed to a new environment, such as a classroom. If your child is having frequent meltdowns, tantrums or extreme emotions regarding some day-to-day activities, it could be a red flag for a sensory issue. ...
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How to Make a Sensory Bin for Children

A sensory bin is a container filled with items that provide the user with sensory input. Dependent upon the items, also known as fillers, a sensory bin may provide the

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Tips for New Parents to Reduce Stress

Parents of newborns often find that it can be challenging to be sensitive to themselves, especially when meeting the needs of their baby takes so much time and energy. Learn some relaxation techniques and stress reduction strategies that can help parents adjust to their new role, as well as advice on where to seek help, if needed. ...
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Child Development: Fine Motor, Speech, Language And Hearing

Parents may be so busy waiting for their child’s first steps or words that dozens of equally important developmental milestones may pass them by without being noticed. Parents should pay

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Four Workouts You Can Do With Your Baby

If you thought that your exercising days were over now that your baby is here, it’s time to think again. Many new moms are keen to tone up again after

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Halloween events for kids in Cleveland, Ohio

7 Tips for Kids with Halloween Fright

While Halloween fun centers around being scared, for some kids, it’s all too real. Some worry is normal, of course, but we don’t want thoughts of goblins and zombies keeping

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5 Vision Problems Common in Kids

Most parents know about eye infection in kids, however, there are more common eye conditions from which a child can suffer. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent the condition

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things to do with kids in Cleveland, Ohio

Out and About With a Newborn and a Toddler: Tips for On-the-Go Parents

Just a few months ago, we welcomed the newest member of our family — a bouncing baby boy, Peter. We are overjoyed, of course, but we are also tired.

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Infant & Toddler Hearing Checklist

Typically, a child's hearing is tested at birth and, if it’s normal, is not tested again until approaching age 4. A good indicator of hearing ability is overall speech and language development. Learn some signs of hearing and speech development that may indicate whether or not your child should be screened or tested further. ...
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