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Break from Boring: Pack More Punch into your Kids’ Breakfast & Lunch

By Jennifer Picciano
May 13, 2019
The end of the school year likely means lunch packing and breakfast prep for your kids has gotten a bit monotonous. Cleveland reporter, food blogger and video podcaster Jen Picciano shares some simple recipes and fun ideas to revamp your kids' meals for the remaining days of school and into summer break. ...
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Grade Retention: What to do if Your Child is Held Back

By Bonnie Jean Feldkamp
May 10, 2019
The school year is coming to an end. However, regardless of best efforts, some students are faced with the prospect of being retained instead of moving to the next grade with their peers. This can be a tough decision for both parents and students. Learn how to discuss the news with your child, as well as advice for easing the process based on a child's age and grade level. ...
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Grow Family Traditions and Memories Through Gardening

By Kristen Antosh
May 9, 2019
If you don’t yet have a garden, you may want to consider it. The health benefits include increased physical and outdoor activity, reduced stress, healthier eating, and more. Children also enjoy participating in family gardening, getting their hands dirty and feeling proud of the end result. Here are some fun ways to plan an outdoor garden with your kids. ...
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Teacher Spotlight: Honoring Exceptional Northeast Ohio Educators

By Denise Koeth
May 8, 2019

There’s no disputing the fact that teachers can have a big impact on a child’s life. In March, we asked our readers and Facebook followers to nominate one of their

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Tongue Ties: What you Should Know About the Growing Diagnosis

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
May 5, 2019
Whether you’ve struggled with breastfeeding or are dealing with a child who has a speech delay, the topic of a tongue tie has probably come up. But what exactly is a tongue tie, and is correcting it really necessary?   ...
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Pitch a Tent This Summer: Reservations Open for Lake Metroparks 2019 Season

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 4, 2019

Have the family experience the great outdoors through a “rustic” tent camping experience for small groups of up to eight people. Each Lake Metroparks camping location is different, and there

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Mom Life: Four Local Women Share their Perspectives on Motherhood

By Michelle Dickstein
May 2, 2019
Motherhood has its ups and downs. In honor of Mother's Day, we share the stories of four women — stay-at-home mom, career mom, entrepreneurial mom and adoptive/foster care mom — each of whom represents and discusses the realities of being a mom. ...
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Northeast Ohio Storytimes & Activities for Kids, May 2019

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 1, 2019
Have fun this month with a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children. ...
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By Denise Koeth
April 30, 2019
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Supporting Caregivers for Stronger Families and Communities

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
April 26, 2019

Family caregivers truly are the backbone of Ohio’s long-term care system. Approximately 1.7 million Ohioans provide some level of unpaid care for a loved one who is older or who

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