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Girls on the Run Accepting Applications for Fall

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 3, 2020
Girls on the Run empowers girls in third through eighth grades to make healthy decisions, build positive relationships and cope with difficult feelings and situations. The curriculum for the fall 2020 season is being adapted to accommodate a variety of needs in light of COVID-19. ...
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My Child Needs Tubes in His Ears — What Does That Mean?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 31, 2020
Young infants and children are generally more susceptible to ear infections. By the age of 3, about one in 15 children will undergo tube placement for treatment of recurrent and/or painful ear infections, persistent middle ear fluid, or the resultant persistent or fluctuating hearing loss due to fluid. Learn more about the process, including how it lowers the instance of ear infections. ...
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Using Technology to Keep Family Connections Strong

By Jeannie Fleming-Gifford
May 29, 2020
During these days of social distancing, keeping extended family relationships strong is important for everyone. Learn some creative ways that local families and area nursing homes are keeping connected during this time. ...
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Reduce Stress by Moving Into a Proactive Mode

By Laura Thomas
May 26, 2020

I have been hearing from a LOT of people about how they are feeling extra stressed and strangely “emotional” over the past few weeks. read more

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Tips for Parents and Kids to Cope With School Closures Long-Term

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 23, 2020

We are experiencing truly unprecedented times right now as a result of COVID-19. Parents are experiencing a degree of difficulties ranging from being laid off at work to kids being

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Telehealth: the New Home Doctor Visit

By Angela Gartner
May 19, 2020
Using telehealth, doctors can provide their patients a health portal from a smart device where they can assess health conditions, provide therapy and more. This type of home treatment is rapidly on the uptick. With the outbreak of COVID-19, it became increasingly clear that telehealth could be used instead of the typical face-to-face appointment.  ...
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Helping Children Cope with New Fears and Worries

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 18, 2020
The world opening back up, going out in public, and interacting with others may bring up new fears and worries in our children. Consequently, anxiety-driven behaviors that may have never presented themselves in your children before may begin to appear now. It is essential to notice these behaviors so that you can help your child cope with their fears appropriately. ...
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At-Home Self-Care Offerings From Northeast Ohio Businesses

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 16, 2020
During these times of uncertainty and higher stress, it’s more important than ever to make time for a self-care routine. Whether your idea of at-home self-care is a soothing spa treatment, a heart-pumping workout or a calming yoga or meditation session, these Northeast Ohio businesses have you covered. ...
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Gov. DeWine Announces Opening Dates for Childcare, Day Camps, Sports Leagues & More

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 14, 2020

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton today provided the following sector opening dates established as part of the Responsible RestartOhio plan.  read more

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Talk it Out: Parents Should Prioritize Their own Mental Health and Consider Therapy

By Marisa Palmieri Shugrue
May 10, 2020

Parenting is a tough job — perhaps the most difficult one many of us do — and requires physical and mental stamina during the best of times. Insert a global

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