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Talk it Out: Parents Should Prioritize Their own Mental Health and Consider Therapy

Parenting is a tough job — perhaps the most difficult one many of us do — and requires physical and mental stamina during the best of times. Insert a global

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May 2020

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7 Days of Self-Care for Moms: Because One Day in May is not Enough

During this pandemic, parents are doing their best to juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously: working from home, helping with school, managing meals, dishes, laundry, etc. Mothers deserve a break — and more than just one day. Moms, check out these seven ways to celebrate yourself this month (or anytime). ...
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8 Ways Kids Can Show Teachers They Care

Pivoting from classroom learning to e-learning during a pandemic added another layer of stress for educators. Teachers are among the heroes leading us through these challenging times. These heroes elevate us mentally and emotionally, but they, too, need encouragement and support. In honor of teacher appreciation week, here are eight ways your family can encourage, support and make teachers smile — including some hands-on fun that kids can even do themselves. ...
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10 Things to Pack for Summer Camp (and 5 to Leave at Home)

There may still be a chill in the air here in Northeast Ohio, but believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about packing for summer camp. You don’t

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Supplements for Sleepless Nights? Experts, Parents Weigh in on Melatonin

Melatonin is front and center in the discussion of recommended sleep aid supplements on just about any parenting blog or social networking group. The supplement can easily be found on just about any grocery store shelf. But the question remains: Is this popular supplement the best choice? ...
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Camp Isn’t Just for Kids

Hey parents, when was the last time you rode a horse, challenged yourself on a high ropes course or took a canoe out on a lake? Whether your answer is “Never!” or “Way back when I went to camp as a kid,” family camp may be the opportunity you’re looking for to try something new and reconnect with your spouse and children. Many summer camps in and around Northeast Ohio cater to families several times a year by offering family camps. ...
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Dad Matters: Last Children Outside

I grew up less than half of a mile from a park with an old stone bridge that New Deal workers built in the 1930s. read more

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Therapeutic Listening: a Sense-ational Approach to Treating the Whole Body 

“Wow, that’s quite a headset!” the man exclaimed as he stepped outside the post office, peering down at the wide-eyed 5-year-old on on a mission to mail a letter. read

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7 Reasons to Send Your child to Camp

With summer calendars quickly filling up, it can be hard to try and squeeze in one more thing. However, if you have never sent your kids to a summer

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