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Kids and Divorce: the Benefits of Respectful Co-Parenting

By Susan Fox
October 20, 2017

Are you divorced or separated from your spouse? It can be stressful facing life after divorce or during separation when it comes to dealing with your ex-spouse. read more

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Medication safety tips for kids

Children’s Medication Safety While at the Hospital

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 17, 2017

From over-the-counter medications to prescriptions, herbs, vitamins and more, knowing what your child is taking and when they are taking it will help prevent any potentially harmful interactions. read more

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Summer camps in Cleveland, Ohio

Northeast Ohio Parent Presents Camp Fair 2018 — Registration Now Open!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
October 15, 2017
It's never too early to start making plans for your child's summer camp adventure, and Camp Fair 2018 will make it fun and simple, with all the information you need in one place. The free event, held on January 27, will provide you with opportunities to meet representatives from all types of camps, plus enjoy entertainment, prizes, food, demonstrations and more. ...
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When to call the doctor for a fever

Fever Checklist: When to Call the Doctor When your Child is Ill

By Lyndsey Frey
October 13, 2017

It’s 3 a.m. and your little one is up with a fever. Should you dare call the doctor in the wee hours of the night? Should you treat the fever

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Different types of schools for your kids

School Daze: Finding the Education Option that Best Fits your Family

By Rachel Smylie
October 12, 2017

Let’s face it, a large part of parenting is making tough choices — and regarding your kids’ education, it can seem like an overwhelming task. In a day and age

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Trichotillomania symptoms and treatment

Coping with Compulsive Hair Pulling

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
October 11, 2017

Are you noticing bald patches on your child’s head? Is your teen wearing more hats or styling their hair in a certain way to hide part of their scalp? These

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Not-so-Scary Halloween Snacks

By Ashley Weingart
October 10, 2017
Halloween and sweets go hand in hand, but what isn’t so sweet is the amount of sugar our children end up consuming during all the spooktacular festivities. We offer tips and recipes that will help you create festive Halloween treats that are low in sugar and free of artificial colors and flavors. These definitely won’t leave you or your kids feeling tricked. ...
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Proper hand washing techniques

Wash Germs Away with Proper Hand-Washing for Kids

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 9, 2017

Hand-washing is an important way to keep safe from germs. Dr. Jason Tatka, DO, FAAP, medical director at the Newborn Nursery at University Hospitals Rainbow & Babies Children’s Hospital, provides

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

October is Protect Your Hearing Month: Noise-Induced Hearing Loss is Permanent, but Preventable

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 8, 2017
According to the National Center of Disease Statistics, 5.2 million children between ages 6-19 have hearing loss directly related to noise exposure. Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent — but preventable. Learn about how noise can damage hearing and how to protect your kids from overexposure. ...
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First aid tips for kids

First Aid Tricks of the Trade

By Shelly Senders
October 7, 2017
As parents, we sometimes have to administer first aid to our children. Those bumps, burns, blisters and insect stings can make us nervous, especially as we have to deal with the pain and emotions of our children. Here are some pointers to help your child — and you — through the first moments of care. ...
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