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On this episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner continues the conversation about special needs parenting with Dan Clapper and Megan Strok, who share some of their experiences, including who they think benefits from inclusion. Listen as they share challenges and offer advice and ways you can get involved. ...

Do you have a picky eater in your life? Are you dreading meal times this upcoming holiday season? For picky eaters, it's important to alleviate the pressure associated with eating, increase exposure to foods, and unlock all of the senses. ...

Put down your rolling pin and let the experts do the baking this holiday season. From Cleveland to Akron, these bakeries are whipping, stirring and kneading some of the most delicious, delightful and decadent desserts you can find. ...

If shopping is your sport, the “Super Bowl” is merely weeks away — Black Friday is Nov. 23. We offer parents a few tried and true tips to maximize the deals and minimize the headaches on this day. ...

Camp Fair East & West 2019, taking place in February, each will feature Jungle Terry and his animal friends, hands-on activities, and will give attendees the chance to win camp scholarships, meet with representatives from dozens of area summer camps, and more. Registration is now open for each event. ...

In children, sensory processing issues typically arise around preschool age when kids are going through developmental phases or are exposed to a new environment, such as a classroom. If your child is having frequent meltdowns, tantrums or extreme emotions regarding some day-to-day activities, it could be a red flag for a sensory issue. ...

In the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks about special needs parenting with mother of five Cyndra Cole. As the mother of a child with Williams syndrome and a member of the board of trustees for the Williams Syndrome Association, Cole shares some of her experiences including the diagnosis, the joys and challenges of special needs parenting, and the mission statement she created for her daughter. ...

In honor of National Adoption Awareness Month, we share the stories of several local adoptive families, as well as the current impact of the drug crisis on sibling adoptions and the foster care system. ...

Registration is now open for Northeast Ohio Parent's Camp Fair East & West 2019, taking place Feb. 9 and Feb. 2, respectively. As the largest camp fairs in the region, both events are free to attend and will provide visitors with opportunities to meet representatives from dozens of day and night camps, adventure, academic, sports and special needs camps, and many more. ...

In honor of National Adoption Awareness Month, we shine a light on sibling adoptions by sharing stories of local families, as well as the impact of substance and opioid addiction on children. We also feature party planning resources, Thanksgiving and early holiday events, plus articles on sensory processing disorder, delayed cord clamping, the power of play, and much more. ...