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AAP Updates Recommendations on Car Seats: Keep Children Rear-Facing as Long as Possible

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 7, 2018
In an updated policy statement, the AAP recommends children remain in a rear-facing car safety seat as long as possible, until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their seat. Previously, it specified children should remain rear-facing at least to age 2. ...
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Prepare Your Child to be the New Kid in School

By Cassi Denari
September 7, 2018

Your child walks into the crowded cafeteria and scans the room looking for an open table. Suddenly all eyes are on him. The huge room goes quiet. His peers have

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Summer Never Ends at Goldfish — Reasons to Just Keep Swimming

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 6, 2018

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Summer inevitably comes to an end for us here in Cleveland (you can feel that fall chill in the air already). However, local swim and water safety experts

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Game On

By Angela Gartner
September 5, 2018

Whether you have a son or daughter, options for youth sports have become divided into specialty travel team versus recreation league — and if kids should play one or multiple

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things to do with kids in Akron, Ohio

Baby, Tot & Bigger Show Comes to Akron, Canton This Month

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
September 5, 2018
The upcoming Baby, Tot & Bigger Shows in Akron and Canton offer free fun and important information for new and growing families. Activities include prizes, games, giveaways, mascot and princess meet and greets, and more. ...
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preschools in ohio

Parent Tips for the First Two Weeks of Preschool

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
September 2, 2018
The first weeks of preschool are filled with a mix of excitement and nerves as your child learns the ropes of their new environment. Here are a few fun things you can do to help your child ease into their new routines and build confidence and independence. ...
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Northeast Ohio Storytimes & Activities for Kids, September 2018

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 30, 2018
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. ...
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Summer is Prime Time for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 28, 2018

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common illness that typically affects infants and children under the age of 10. read more

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healthy school lunch ideas

Back-to-School Lunch Hacks for Parents

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 27, 2018

Looking for inspiration when it comes to packing your kids’ lunches now that school is back in session? Check out this great video from Tasty. read more

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high school football concussions

Is Worry over Concussion Keeping Teens from Football?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 25, 2018

The end of summer break signals the start of high school football season.

But according to a recent study, the Friday night lights may be fading as more athletes are

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