August 2022

It’s the end of August, and that means the lounge days of the summer are almost over. We're heading back into our cars for drop-off, pick-up, after school activities, parent-teacher meetings, and then at-home homework and go-to-sleep battles. Northeast Ohio Parent Editor, Angela Gartner shares a few tips on how to start the year off right. ...

Need some ideas to play at-home with your preschoolers? Here are game and product ideas from the National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA), which evaluates and tests all these play-ready for families.  ...

Starting preschool is a big milestone for your child, so it’s understandable if you’re feeling a little nervous about the transition. Here’s what you can do to prepare your little one — and yourself — for the big day. ...

Choosing whether to send your preschooler to full-time or part-time preschool is challenging. We take a look at the difference between the two and how to decide what's best for your child. ...

Sara Carnes, Northeast Ohio Parent columnist, shares a few back to school prompt questions to gauge how your kids are feeling about the new school year. ...

This digital Preschool Guide is the first of four education guides showcasing a specific school grade segment. This deep-dive is packed full of informative articles and school listings to further your knowledge on early education options in Northeast Ohio. The digital edition includes bonus content too! ...

Feel like you’re being pulled in opposite directions? You’re not alone. We've got tips on managing the after-school activity madness. ...

There are so many big and important decisions that need to be made when you’re expecting a new baby — from picking the baby's name to deciding what pediatrician’s office you’ll use. Some of the more fun decisions for expectant parents are planning the nursery and registering for baby gear. Whether it’s furniture and gear or baby essentials, many of today's baby items are designed to grow with your child. ...

Parents often have questions about how to best prepare their child for preschool. Here are the biggest benefits of preschool as well as how to make the transition easy and fun for you and your child. Here are some tips on how to prepare your child for preschool. ...

Can you believe it? Northeast Ohio Parent celebrates our 100th print issue in August. The editorial staff has featured several Northeast Ohio families and children since our first issue in 2014. We decided to pick a few to follow up with, but it was difficult as there are many wonderful stories we’ve covered in the region. ...