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First Foods: Tips for introducing your baby to solids

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
April 7, 2025
Introducing your little one to their first foods is the start of an exciting new chapter for your family. We talked to Michele Gresser, board certified specialist in pediatric nutrition and clinical dietitian Akron Children's Hospital: Infants/ NICU, for some tips for starting solids with your future foodie. ...
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Spring Into Green Spaces: Explore local park systems while taking care of the environment with your family

By Denise Koeth
April 7, 2025
Spring is the perfect time for families to get outside, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the beauty of nature together. Whether your family enjoys looking for new blooms, searching for animals, or getting active, the area’s park systems offer plenty to do. ...
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Editor’s Note: Digital Spring Break

By Angela Gartner
April 6, 2025
Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks about screen time, tech rules for kids and more. ...
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Recipe of the Month: Quick and Easy No-Rise Bagels

By Melissa Koski Carney
April 6, 2025
Craving fresh bagels but short on time? These bagels are made with just a few ingredients and are ready in under an hour. They may not be the traditional NYC bagel, but they hit the spot for a homemade treat. ...
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Read the Northeast Ohio Parent April 2025 Issue

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
April 2, 2025
The April issue of Northeast Ohio Parent has arrived! Check it out on newsstands, or view the digital edition! In this issue we explore family friendly things to do around Northeast Ohio park systems. Plus, new must have baby products and tips for introducing first foods.  ...
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Education Advocates: What They Do and Why They Are Important

By Jennifer Murphy
March 30, 2025
An education advocate is a trained professional or experienced parent who helps families navigate the education system. Here are a few ways they ensure that students receive the appropriate support they need for success. ...
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Reading Room: March Book Pick for Kids

By Lori Orlinsky
March 20, 2025
After a long winter, spring is finally here. What better way to celebrate all the fun this season holds than with a good book? Here are some faves. ...
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Finding Your Way: Navigating a Diagnosis in Early Childhood

By Erin Sernoffsky
March 19, 2025
For families who have received a special needs diagnosis, building a care team and creating your village are all critical steps in getting your child a head start on the care they need, while also helping to prevent burnout. As every child has a different path, here are some basics on navigating the process.  ...
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Find Your People: Special Needs Support Groups

By Denise Koeth
March 19, 2025
While parenting a child with special needs can be an incredibly rewarding journey, it also comes with unique challenges that can sometimes feel isolating. Here is a list of many organizations in Northeast Ohio that offer in-person support groups for parents of children with special needs. ...
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Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontic Spotlight

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 16, 2025
We take a look at some of the pediatric dental specialists around Northeast Ohio who are shaping the future — one happy, healthy grin at a time. ...
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