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Goldfish Swim School offers shares benefits of year-round swimming

5 Reasons to Stay in the Pool after the Kids go Back to School

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 20, 2017
Even though beach and pool season is coming to a close here in Northeast Ohio, the experts caution that families should not put away their swimsuits and goggles quite yet. Learn the advantages of year-round swimming for kids. ...
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Meal prep and healthy snack choices for busy parents.

Meal Planning Tips for Busy Families

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 19, 2017
Back-to-school time brings a return to busy schedules, leaving many families scrambling to find the time to prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks. Learn a few tips to make meal prep easier, plus healthy snack suggestions for kids and adults. ...
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how to view a solar eclipse

How to Safely View the Solar Eclipse

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 18, 2017

Many people around the U.S. will be stepping outdoors on August 21 to view the solar eclipse.

However, according to Rishi Singh, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic, those who don’t

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bookstores in Cleveland, Ohio

Yelp Cleveland’s Bookworm Bucket List

By Yelp Cleveland
August 18, 2017
Whether you’re fulfilling a reading list or simply helping your child discover the magic of reading, these local booksellers will help your child’s imagination soar — they're also great places to pick up a book for yourself. ...
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Cleveland, Ohio graduates

Classroom Look Back: Ohio Grads Honored by Local Teachers & Staff

By Rachele Alpine Mielke
August 17, 2017

Last year’s school year has come and gone. As we move forward to the 2017-18 school year, teachers and other staff highlight some former graduates, from preschool to high school.

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Making the Transition from Summer Days to School Days

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
August 14, 2017

As the lazy, hazy days of summer melt away like a popsicle on the hot pavement, family thoughts turn to the approach of the school year. While many parents eagerly

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Scavenger Hunt Fun at Eton Explorers Event this Tuesday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
August 13, 2017
Visit Eton Chagrin Boulevard in Woodmere on August 15 for the final installment in the Eton Explorers summer event series. Eton Explorers — Scavenger Hunt is a free, family-friendly event presented by Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School and Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine. Come for crafts, games and other activities, including a scavenger hunt with prizes for all participants and a grand prize currently valued at more than $700 for one lucky winner. ...
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Explaining kids' doctor visits and vaccination schedules

The Need for Children’s Wellness Visits

By Shelly Senders
August 12, 2017
Learn how to prepare yourself — and your child — before their next wellness visit. From vaccines and common parent concerns to explaining the visit to your child and easing worries about getting a shot, we offer tips to make the appointment go smoothly. ...
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My oldest kid is starting kindergarten and I’m kind of freaking out

By Michelle Dickstein
August 11, 2017

I am feeling a bit emotional right now because my oldest is starting kindergarten this month.  A part of me feels panicked.  This starts a whole new era of “formal

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Food chaining for kids who are picky eaters

Food Chaining: Double the Number of Foods Your Child Eats

By Lyndsey Frey
August 10, 2017
Getting your toddler or preschooler to stop playing and sit down to dinner is challenging enough, let alone getting them to eat the nutritious meal you just prepared. For some kids, fussy eating is a fleeting stage. For others, it can become an ongoing challenge and make mealtime a stressful, chaotic experience for everyone involved. Learn about food chaining for picky eaters, including examples to use with your own child. ...
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