Parenting

Parenting

Living in Downtown Cleveland with a Young Child

It’s been about a year since we moved our then family of three from downtown Cleveland to the suburbs. And while I love how family-friendly our neighborhood is in the

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preschools in ohio

Parent Tips for the First Two Weeks of Preschool

The first weeks of preschool are filled with a mix of excitement and nerves as your child learns the ropes of their new environment. Here are a few fun things you can do to help your child ease into their new routines and build confidence and independence. ...
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Art Supply Storage Solution

Most days my house looks like the Crayola Crayon Factory exploded (threw up?) on my dining room table. This took 10 minutes, was completely no cost for me and solved
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How Not Using Stoplight Charts Can Improve Behavior in the Home or Classroom

What questions should you ask a prospective elementary school?  If you are determined to raise a successful adult, don’t ask about what languages they’ll learn or even what kind of

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healthy school lunch ideas

Back-to-School Lunch Hacks for Parents

Looking for inspiration when it comes to packing your kids’ lunches now that school is back in session? Check out this great video from Tasty. read more

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Sound Choices for Kids & Teens

Noise-induced hearing loss can be instantaneous and caused by just one single exposure to a very loud sound, like a firecracker or gunshot, or it can be caused by cumulative exposure to loud sounds. Just as we teach our children about other health and safety issues, we also should address hearing wellness. Learn several tips to help your kids protect their hearing. ...
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How to Make Those Hectic School Mornings Easier

For many of us, the kids have started the school year — and if not, they will be soon. The few hours before school on weekdays can be pretty hectic

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high school football concussions

Is Worry over Concussion Keeping Teens from Football?

The end of summer break signals the start of high school football season.

But according to a recent study, the Friday night lights may be fading as more athletes are

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Kids and anxiety in Ohio

When Anxiety is the Real School Bully: a Therapist’s Advice on Child Anxiety

If your child experienced a lot of anxiety at school last year, but felt much better over summer, don’t plan to homeschool just yet. In many cases, school isn’t the

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Study Finds Parents of Teens are Rule Breakers Behind the Wheel

When teens start driving, parents typically set ground rules they need to follow, however a new study conducted by Liberty Mutual Insurance reveals that more than a third (37 percent)

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