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Backyard Bonfires: Local Family Opens Up About Fire Pit Dangers

By Holly Pupino
June 21, 2018

April 18 was a warm spring day just after Easter in 2017.

Jamie Bosley, of East Palestine, remembers that because her kids were using Peeps from their Easter baskets instead

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Structuring Unstructured Time for Your Child on the Autism Spectrum

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 20, 2018

Summer is here, bring on the sunshine! While it has its perks, this season also can bring new challenges for families whose loved ones must adjust to a new schedule.

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Trampolines for Kids: Are They Safe?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 18, 2018

Trampolines are popular among kids and adults  — but they can be dangerous. From 2002 to 2011, trampoline injuries contributed to more than 1 million emergency department visits in the

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Speech, Language & Hearing Developmental Milestones: Age 0-6 Months

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 17, 2018
While every baby and child develops at different rates, there are some milestones that generally can be expected by certain ages. This includes certain speech, language and hearing developmental milestones. Check this list for some typical milestones for babies who are up to six months of age. ...
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The Joy of Face Painting

By Jason Lea
June 14, 2018

My son likes to have his face painted.

That’s good because it encourages his imagination and makes for great Instagram fodder.

It’s bad because it costs me money.

It doesn’t

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Is Your Child Ready to Baby-Sit?

By Mary Ann Lieser
June 13, 2018
Baby-sitting has been a favorite first job of teens for generations, but being entrusted with the care of younger children is a huge responsibility. The right age to start varies, depending on the sitter’s maturity level and the ages and needs of the children being watched. Find out if your tween or teen is ready for the role. ...
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Northeast Ohio Summer Reading Programs & Book Recommendations for Kids

By Angela Gartner
June 11, 2018

Ready for your local summer reading program? Keep your kids engaged with books and learning all season long. Here are some picks to help you get started. read more

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Podcast Episode #9: Helping Teens Handle Stress

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 9, 2018
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner discusses ways to handle the stress and anxiety that comes with being a teenager. Her guests include teachers, academic life coaches, school psychologists and the founder of Life Success for Teens. ...
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Causes & Treatment of Infant Hearing Loss

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 8, 2018
Infant hearing loss affects approximately 2-3 out of 1,000 live births. Conductive hearing loss occurs when sound is not conducted through the outer or middle ear properly. Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when there is damage to the inner ear or the auditory nerve. Mixed hearing loss is a combination of both. The goal for every child with hearing loss is to prevent or minimize potential delays in development. ...
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Eton Explorers summer event

Eton Explorers — Safari Party is Tuesday!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 6, 2018
The Eton Explorers Summer Event Series kicks off Tuesday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere. The free, family-friendly event promises to deliver the fun with crafts, activities, games, prizes and more, plus a special performance by Jungle Terry and Friends. ...
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