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Northeast Ohio 2016 Holiday Fun Events

Fill your calendar this month with these family-friendly holiday events. For even more seasonal happenings, visit Northeast Ohio Parent’s event page at northeastohioparent.com/events. read more

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This Season, Trade the Toys for a Gift of Experience

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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Teaching Young Children to Love Giving

Time is precious, especially around the holidays. So it’s often easier to order something for your child’s favorite aunt during lunch hour, have it wrapped and then simply hand it

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Discover Downtown Akron Passport Offers a Year of Entertainment

The Downtown Akron Passport is good for admission to many attractions and events in the city from now until December 2017, including First Night Akron 2017, the 21st annual family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration. ...
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Cuyahoga County Public Library Releases Great Books for Kids Holiday Gift Guide

Cuyahoga County Public Library’s 2016 Great Books for Kids features 100 librarian-recommended, recently published books for kids ages birth through 18. A portion of the proceeds from purchased books helps to support the library system; in addition, every book featured also is available to borrow from CCPL. ...
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The Truth About Turkey: Does it Really Make us Sleepy?

We often blame the Thanksgiving turkey for that famous post-dinner drowsiness — but is the bird really the cause of those after-meal naps? A registered dietician at the Cleveland Clinic sets the record straight while offering tips for a more energized Thanksgiving. ...
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Cool Northeast Ohio Hangouts for Teens and Tweens

As children get older, spending time with their friends becomes more and more important — and playdates and playgrounds just don’t cut it. Luckily, Northeast Ohio offers a variety of places where tweens and teens can hang out, have fun and stay safe. ...
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Picture Perfect: Drawing the Line when it Comes to Sharing Photos on Social Media

Our phones are full of images of events from our kids’ lives, developmental milestones, and funny moments. Parents can easily take and share pictures of their kids with the click of a button. However, the ability to connect with so many people also creates potential dangers that come from anyone having access to content posted online. ...
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The Truth Behind Baby-Led Weaning

When it comes to introducing solid foods to their babies, a growing number of parents are passing on purees and spoon feeding in favor of baby-led weaning. Learn more about the practice to determine if it's right for your family. ...
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How Stress Affects Your Appetite — and How to Combat It

Whether it’s a fight with a spouse, a deadline at work, or simply just too much to do, everyone has stress to deal with. There is a definite connection between stress and our appetite, but the connection isn’t the same for everyone. The Cleveland Clinic provides some insight about how to combat stress before it affects your appetite. ...
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