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Get Children’s Toys on Loan

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 10, 2016
If you're looking for toys and resources for kids, consider United Disability Services in Akron. Its Toy and Resource Center loans developmental toys and resource materials to anyone working with a child birth to age 6 with special needs or a child developing typically. ...
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Tunnels, Slides and…Rubber Piggies at Cafe O’Play

By Denise Koeth
December 8, 2016

I am the proud new owner of six 18-inch rubber pigs. Let me back up and explain…

Last weekend, I met a friend and her son at Cafe O’Play in

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Pick a Book — Reading Choices for Your Kids and Teens

By Angela Gartner
December 8, 2016
Create a book nook with your kids and have them curl up with these reading recommendations from local libraries, authors, moms, and Northeast Ohio Parent editors and writers. These books are parent- and library-tested to help you kick off your family’s book season. ...
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Expert Advice for Parents, from the First Tooth to Adult Molars

By Angela Gartner
December 7, 2016
Before your baby’s first tooth to their last, going to the dentist should be a priority in every child’s — and parent’s — life. Here are some tidbits about the teething experience and where to go as your kids grow into their adult molars. ...
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Handling Questions about the Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny — and Santa Claus

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
December 6, 2016

When and how to let a child in on the truth about the magical characters in his or her life can be a controversial topic – even within the same

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Art Smart: 5 Ways to Encourage Creativity in Your Child

By Kristen Kelly
December 5, 2016
Art programs are becoming increasingly limited at many schools, with students only having access to art education once or twice a week. However, there are a variety of ways that parents can foster creativity in their little artists outside of school. ...
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6 Tips for a Healthy Winter Season for the Whole Family

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
December 3, 2016

As winter approaches, many parents are looking for ways to counter the often excess eating that comes with the holidays — for themselves and their children. It can be difficult

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This Season, Trade the Toys for a Gift of Experience

By Denise Koeth
November 30, 2016
Rather than a toy that can become lost or forgotten, giving experience gifts will deliver unforgettable family memories. Simple or elaborate, inexpensive or big budget, there are plenty of fun adventures and must-see places to surprise your kids with this holiday season. We provide some inspiration. ...
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Give the Gift of Goldfish this Holiday Season

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 30, 2016
Goldfish Swim School of East Cleveland and Fairview Park are offering a specially priced holiday gift package that includes two months of lessons, the annual membership fee, a towel, a swim toy and a “Bubbles” plush toy. Plus, find out how you can enter for a chance to win a free package! ...
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Keeping the Holidays Focused on Children

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 29, 2016

It’s happening again. We’ve all seen it before: A mother rushing along the sidewalk or through the mall, pushing a stroller and holding the hand of a 3-year-old who is

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