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To All my Friends who had Kids Before me: I’m Sorry

We had been friends since college/high school/church camp, then you had a child. I told you “call me if you need anything.” However, you were busy keeping a tiny person

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Schools in Cleveland, Ohio, that offer the international baccalaureate program

Global Learning: Schools Providing a Worldwide Perspective Through IB Program

Most people are familiar with Advanced Placement (AP) classes in education, but there’s another academic program that is growing in Northeast Ohio. read more

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Cleveland Clinic Children's offers advice for building a kid's self-esteem

Don’t Raise a Sore Loser: 6 Ways to Help your Child Handle Disappointment after Losing

It’s bound to happen. If your child plays a competitive sport or game, he or she will lose sometimes. And, as a parent, it’s your job to help your child

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Ideas for locker organizers

Tips to Keep Your Child’s School Locker Organized

Lockers. Parents and teachers have a love/hate relationship with them. On one hand, your child needs them to store books and papers, however, those books and papers often can get

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Alex's Lemonade Stand raises money for a cure for childhood cancer.

Local Organizations Support Families and Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses

Illness is never part of any family’s plans, but many families navigate deadly illnesses with determination, fortitude, and some help from support organizations. In Northeast Ohio, we have strong support

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Ohio Third Grade Reading Guarantee

Must-Know Facts About Ohio’s Third Grade Reading Guarantee

Parents with elementary-age children who haven’t taken the Third Grade Reading Guarantee might be wondering if their kids will be ready for the state mandated test. While school districts begin

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Apps to save money

Save Money, One Dollar at a Time

One of the most intimidating tasks we face as parents is budgeting. Car seats, preschool, daycare, various lessons, college funds… the list could go on forever. So what can we

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Opioid addiction in Ohio

Ohio’s Opioid Crisis: When Addiction Hits Close to Home

Today’s opioid epidemic affects men, women and teens who often appear as healthy, functional individuals outside of their addiction. What’s worse, in Ohio, people who are abusing drugs aren’t the only ones being affected. Their families are enduring a difficult emotional rollercoaster related to the drug abuse. Learn more about this crisis, including local resources and programs for help. ...
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Sara Carnes, of 95.5 the Fish in Cleveland

#CLEMAMA: Parents, Stop the Guilt

Moms and Dads, can I just take a minute here to tell you how awesome you’re doing? I think every now and then you need to hear that, especially if

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Special needs events in Ohio

Adapted Storytimes for Kids with Special Needs

Children with varying learning styles and abilities learn together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged. This 30-minute storytime, followed by a time for

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