Ages & Stages

From infants to toddlers, to toddlers to preschoolers… and the list goes on. We are watching our children change daily or even weekly. We look at what’s new in developmental milestones, child socialization, choosing a daycare or preschool during a pandemic, and a book list to help kids with school and life changes. ...

The greater Cleveland/Akron area is home to many options when it comes to preschools and daycares. Check out the following list of programs to find the right fit for your child — and family. ...

Renee Sanden, Northeast Ohio Blogger of C.A.L.M in CLE discusses the "Scary Mom" voice and how she feels when she uses it with her kids. Also, why moms can support each other in similar parenting struggles. ...

To foster inclusivity, here are tips to help parents answer their kids’ questions about peers who have a medical condition. ...

Going to the dentist can be a scary experience. Some children are more comfortable and excited to go to the dentist than others, but each visit offers a new opportunity for parents to educate their children on what procedures will be performed and why it is important. ...

If you are struggling to find the perfect present for your loved one this holiday season, try not to worry. There are plenty of great ideas out there and the best part is that many of them won’t cost you a dime. ...

The sky’s the limit when it comes to kids’ creativity. Imaginative or pretend play is important for young kids, because it encourages inventiveness, originality, and learning. Create a play environment that sparks creativity in your home. ...

If your child is frequently leaving food on their plate — or refusing to take a bite of the meal you whipped up, hoping they would chow down — it’s likely you’ve entered the "picky eater" phase. A Cleveland Clinic pediatrician shares advice for getting your child to widen their choices when it comes to meal time. ...

Bullies come in all shapes and sizes. Some kids bully by shunning others and spreading rumors about them, using social media platforms or electronic messaging to taunt others or hurt their feelings. Most bullying takes place on the school bus and the playground. Parents can help children with these simple values on how to deal with a bully and their antics. ...

American Sign Language, or ASL, is a visual language that is expressed by movements and motions of the hands. Maria O’Neil Ruddock and Sandra Hatibovic of the Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at the Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center explain the significance of ASL and how to formulate a discussion around ASL with your children. ...