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
Parenting
Parenting
Doula services are on the rise for millennial moms, according to a recent Washington Post article that stated the proportion of American women who reported using doulas for birth doubled
Brain growth in the early years of life occurs at an astounding pace. At birth, the human brain contains about 100 billion cells not yet connected into functioning networks; by age 3, a child's brain has formed 1 trillion connections. The development of these connections is shaped by a child's early experiences. Find out some things parents and family members can do to enhance a young child’s brain development. ...
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Has screen time gotten a bit out of hand in your home this summer? If it's time for a technology detox, we offer six steps to cut back, plus effective ways to use screen time as a reward. Also, learn the American Academy of Pediatrics' general guidelines for children of all ages when it comes to digital devices.
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Augmentative/alternative communication devices — sometimes referred to as "talkers" or “talking tablets” — can play an important role in helping children with apraxia, aphasia, or other speech disorders communicate with their parents and peers. Learn about one local family's experience with their daughter's AAC device, which has helped her develop cognitive and communication skills. ...
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We asked, and readers answered. During the nomination period in March and the voting period in May, parents in Northeast Ohio weighed in on everything family-friendly in the region for our third annual contest. Here are this year's winners and honorable mentions in the “Things to Do with Kids” categories. ...
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