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Do you think your kids and teens are getting enough sleep? Chances are they are not. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Jyoti Krishna, director of sleep medicine at Akron Children's Hospital, who shares how much sleep kids need at each age. Listen as he shares research on how a lack of sleep can affect your child, as well as practical takeaways on how to help them get more sleep. ...

Join Northeast Ohio Parent for a fun-filled Camp & Summer Programs Fair weekend slated for March 7-8, 2020. At two locations — Westlake and Lyndhurst — attendees will meet with representatives from area camps and summer programs, plus enjoy prizes, activities, entertainment and more. ...

In honor of National Game and Puzzle Week 2019 — which takes place November 24-30 — we’ve rounded up some great new puzzles, card and board games for all ages. Plan to spend some extra family time enjoying these fun options. ...

Paraprofessionals, or “teacher’s aides” as they often are called, work alongside licensed teachers to give students additional attention and instruction. These team members are relied upon to play a more important role in a child’s special education experience than many people think.  ...

It can be hard to tell if your child is vaping — and the results can be scary. Vaping, originally designed as a better alternative to cigarettes to help people quit smoking, is proving to have a host of side effects. Look for these signs if you suspect your child is vaping. ...

The idea of spending the day enjoying art with the family might conjure images of echoey museum hallways and teens rolling their eyes instead of appreciating gilded masterpieces. However, there’s plenty of opportunities nearby to enjoy art that can captivate kids of all ages. As a result, families can explore the wide variety of art styles the region has to offer. We share seven ways your family can escape into art. ...

If a child comes home with a bad grade, there is a lot parents can do to help. Knowing how to talk to children can motivate them to avoid patterns of failure and increase their desire to succeed. Learn tips for talking to your kids about grades. ...

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On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by licensed professional counselor Jeffrey S. Reber to discuss "perfectionism parenting." Listen to learn about the effects that perfectionism parenting has on your kids, signs that you are a perfectionist parent, and what you can do about it. ...