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Keep RSV at Bay this Season

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
February 14, 2017

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one of the most common viruses that cause respiratory tract infections in young children. read more

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#CLEMAMA: Motivate your Kids with a Revamped Rewards System

By Sara Carnes
February 12, 2017

We’ve probably all experimented with a “rewards chart” with our kids to create incentives. Maybe you tried it once, it lasted a week, and you never tried it again. Honestly,

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Hanna Perkins Adds Free Parent Track to Annual Conference

By Denise Koeth
February 11, 2017
Hanna Perkins has added a free track for parents to its educational conference, which takes place in April. Parents will learn about many topics, including nutrition, characteristics of children and when they develop, tactics to avoiding bullying, and more. ...
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How One ‘Old Married Couple’ Celebrates Valentine’s Day

By Michelle Dickstein
February 10, 2017

We’re an old married couple.

My husband and I have been married long enough I have to really think about how many years it’s been (I need to pause and

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Choose the Right Summer Camp for your Kids

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
February 9, 2017

Now is the time to start planning for summer camp. But with so many options around Northeast Ohio, how can you be sure to pick the one that’s the right

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Study Shows Early Introduction of Peanuts can Curb Allergies

By Harlan Spector
February 4, 2017
The National Institutes of Health is aiming to significantly reduce peanut allergies with new guidelines that call for introducing peanut products to infants. A study prompting the new guidelines found that regular consumption of peanut products in early life is a good thing. ...
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The Write Stuff: Helping kids develop their inner wordsmith teaches self-expression

By Cynthia Larsen
February 3, 2017

When I was in sixth grade, everything about my school was chaotic, except for Mrs. Ingersoll. She was loud, whether she was laughing or yelling, and she loved to read

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Valentine’s Day the Old School Way

By Ashley Weingart
January 30, 2017

If you’re like me, part of you wants to be one of those moms who’s organized enough to make all those adorably sweet Valentine’s Day cards and crafts that you’ve

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Head for the Bunk: Sleepaway Camps

By Kimberly Kennedy
January 29, 2017
Overnight camps bring the traditional menu of activities such as hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, games, arts and crafts, and more, but also develop children's courage and resourcefulness. Learn everything you need to know about overnight camps, including gauging whether your child is ready, finding the right fit, and prepping your budget. ...
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Step into Day Camp

By Kimberly Kennedy
January 29, 2017
Day camps and classes give your child the chance to explore a topic or activity in more depth. They also offer a shorter, more intensive experience — typically including activities, like games or field trips, to help campmates connect with each other. More than 90 percent of campers say that they met people who are different from themselves and made new friends. Many day camps in the region are already enrolling campers for this summer, so now is a good time to explore options and talk with your children about their interests. ...
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