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Parenting

Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

My 1-Year-Old Hasn’t Said Their First Word Yet — Should I be Concerned?

It is true – a child’s first words are typically formed around the age of 1. However, not all children begin using words by their first birthday. Learn a few things to consider if you or your pediatrician are keeping a watchful eye on your child’s communication skills, including certain hearing and language skills your child should have that will help the transition into verbal communication. ...
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Four Reasons Why I Stopped Parenting by Placebo

When two white nubs appeared on my son’s lower gums, I was ready. I’d already bought and sterilized Amazon’s three top-reviewed teething toys and stored them in separate sealed bags

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Northeast Ohio Parent magazine

The All-New August Issue is Available Now!

This month, we get parents and students ready to return to the school year schedule. With a focus on sports, we cover benefits of participation both on and off the field or court, as well as strategies to help families balance busy schedules. Learn ways you can help your child conquer back-to-school jitters, see the latest gear and new products for students of all ages, and much more. ...
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Game Play: Benefits of Youth Sports go Beyond the Field or Court

Getting your child active in sports benefits them well beyond giving their game consoles a rest. Along with fresh air and exercise, children gain valuable social skills. Such skills

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Registration Opens August 1 for Inaugural Education Expo

Registration opens this Wednesday for the Northeast Ohio Parent Education Expo, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 23. At the free event, attendees will be able to hear and learn from dozens of area schools offering a wide variety of options for public and private school education. The day also will include break out sessions on a variety of topics, plus ​activities, giveaways, crafts and discounted admission to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium and the Nautica Queen. ...
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Are Sports Drinks a Healthy Choice for Teens?

High school sports practices will soon be underway for many teens.

These workouts often go hand-in-hand with sports beverages — but are these drinks healthy for adolescent athletes, or even

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back to school with autism

How to Prepare Your Child with Autism for Returning to School

As we approach the end of summer, it is time to start thinking about how to transition back to a school routine. Consider the following strategies when getting your kiddos

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Coping With Back-to-School Stress

What is stress?  It’s actually your body’s reaction to a challenge. Nothing can be stressful to you unless you first perceive a situation as stressful. Something perceived as stressful is

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Out and About With a Newborn — and a Toddler

Just two months ago, we welcomed the newest member of our family – a bouncing baby boy, Peter. We are overjoyed, of course, but we are also tired. Unfortunately, my

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teens and dieting

Study: Teens Encouraged to Diet More Likely to be Obese Adults

For parents of teens who are struggling with their weight, getting them involved in a diet may seem like a good place to start. read more

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