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Get Ready for Online School, From Workplaces to Devices

By Michele L. Bailey
August 7, 2020
Many Northeast Ohio schools have unveiled reopening plans that include some form of remote learning due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Some students are starting their first few weeks online, while others are returning to a hybrid in-person and online curriculum. With school almost here in this new environment, a local expert shares how parents can create an at-home, kid-friendly learning space. ...
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Pandemic Pregnancy: What to do if You’re Expecting During the COVID-19 Crisis

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
August 6, 2020
Being pregnant induces a whole new set of worries for moms-to-be, and adding a global pandemic to the mix can be even more overwhelming. The spread of COVID-19 raises many concerns for pregnant women, such as how it could affect the health of mom and baby and how it may change your labor and delivery experience. ...
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Crocker Kids Virtual is Back for a Creative Break This Summer

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 31, 2020
Crocker Park is partnering with Northeast Ohio Parent and Lake Ridge Academy to bring back the popular summer event series, Crocker Kids. This year, the event series is going virtual, inviting children to log on to Crocker Park’s Facebook page every Tuesday at 11 a.m. for a fun and educational class with stores and restaurants inside Crocker Park. ...
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Tips to Manage Back-to-School Anxiety

By Heather Tunstall
July 30, 2020

The start of the school year usually comes with at least a touch of trepidation, but this year, it’s more important than ever to navigate end-of-summer anxiety read more

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Dine Out on Northeast Ohio Flavors

By Vince Guerrieri
July 30, 2020
Sometimes, a meal is just sustenance. But sometimes, it’s part of the adventure. Who doesn’t have memories of finding a hole in the wall that led to a great dinner, or an alfresco lunch during a day at the beach? With that in mind, here’s a sampling of a variety of kid- and budget-friendly places in the Cleveland area, each offering its own piece of local flavor for dine-in or carry-out. ...
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DeWine: Ohio Childcare Providers May Return to Normal Class Sizes

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 28, 2020

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that childcare providers in Ohio may return to their normal, statutory ratios and class sizes beginning on August 9, 2020. read more

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Podcast Episode #48: Foster Parenting

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 26, 2020
On the latest episode of our aParently Speaking podcast, host Miriam Conner speaks with Amanda Bowles, a mother of six, who shares her inspirational 13-year journey as a foster parent. ...
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Ways to Continue At-Home Learning Throughout Summer

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
July 21, 2020

When the majority of schools across the country closed, many parents felt the stress of taking more active roles in their children’s education. As time away from the classroom extends

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How to Help Your Child Get Used to Wearing a Mask

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
July 16, 2020
Covering faces helps slow the spread of viruses, but it also blocks the view of the friendly smiles and encouraging facial expressions that typically set kids at ease. It’s important to know that it’s normal for kids to feel uneasy or anxious with the presence of — or having to wear — masks. To help kids get more comfortable, try these expert tips. ...
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Podcast Episode #47: The Parent-Coach Relationship

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 12, 2020
As a parent, there are many relationships you need to navigate. If your kids play sports, one that can be tricky is the parent-coach relationship. On this episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks with longtime coach and consultant on this topic, Ryan Conner, who shares what parents should and shouldn't expect from a coach, how to have a positive experience with your child's coach at all ages and stages, and much more. ...
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