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Fire Prevention Week: Keep Your Family Safe with These Tips

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 6, 2018
This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere,” works to educate people about three basic but essential steps to take to reduce the likelihood of having a fire — and how to escape safely in the event of one. ...
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Cleveland Clinic Children’s Opens New Facility

By Angela Gartner
October 4, 2018

The theme of the new home of Cleveland Clinic Children’s, located at 8950 Euclid Ave. in Cleveland, is “Little Matters.” The 120,000-square-foot facility houses the majority of the pediatric outpatient

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5 Keys to Protecting Your Child’s Braces

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 26, 2018

Braces are a major investment for families. According to a survey by the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, the average price ranges between $5,000 and $6,000. read more

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‘Little Matters’ at New Home of Cleveland Clinic Children’s

By Angela Gartner
September 23, 2018
The 120,000-square-foot facility will house the majority of the pediatric outpatient specialty services. It features 65 exam rooms, primary care services, a calming room for sensory-sensitive children, colorful artwork and furniture, and much more. ...
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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

How Hearing Works

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 23, 2018
Learn the components of the outer, middle and inner ear and the role each has when it comes to hearing, as well as how the brain interprets nerve impulse as sound. Also, find a resource if you have concerns about your hearing, or that of a loved one. ...
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Ohio parenting podcast

Podcast Episode #12: Parent Panel — Kids and Nutrition

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
September 22, 2018
As a follow up to last month’s episode featuring a registered dietician, in the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner discusses kids and nutrition with a parent panel made up of two local moms, Jenny Kerchenski and Kristin Walton. ...
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Kids and Sleep: Make Sure Your Child is Getting Enough Rest

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 18, 2018

Did you know that according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, approximately 15 million American children are affected by inadequate sleep? Without adequate sleep, children are less

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strep throat in kids

Is it Sore Throat or Strep? Learn the Differences, Symptoms and Treatment

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 14, 2018
Not all sore throats are strep throats. Often, kids have a sore throat because of a virus, which will usually clear up without medical treatment. However, because strep throat is very contagious, infections happen most often during the school year when big groups of kids and teens are in close quarters. Learn the symptoms and treatment of strep throat, plus ways to make your sick child more comfortable. ...
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A 12-Year-Old’s Guide for Parents: Healthy School Lunches for Kids

By Kai Nunziato-Cruz
September 10, 2018

Whenever it’s time to go back to school my moms start thinking about school lunches again. It’s super important to make sure you are eating healthy at lunchtime. I can’t

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car seat recommendations

AAP Updates Recommendations on Car Seats: Keep Children Rear-Facing as Long as Possible

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 7, 2018
In an updated policy statement, the AAP recommends children remain in a rear-facing car safety seat as long as possible, until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their seat. Previously, it specified children should remain rear-facing at least to age 2. ...
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