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Parenting

Unplug your Kids: Boredom is Good for the Brain

Most parents have heard the all-too-familiar whine of “I’m bored!” when devices and screens are unplugged or turned off. read more

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An Extra-Curricular Update and Finding Flowers in an Ohio Winter

It’s almost spring and I’m itching to see flower buds on plants and experience warmer weather to occupy our time with outside picnics and trips to local playgrounds. read more

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Fatherhood or Fatterhood?

My kids try to make me stop by jumping on my back during push-ups and flopping onto my stomach between crunches. read more

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Parents and Depression: When to Seek Help?

Feeling worried or blue once in a while is normal, but what should parents do when emotions continue to get the better of them — or their kids? Seeking counseling when needed is the best step a parent can make toward wellness for themselves, their kids and their family. Learn how to understand when normal worries become too much and professional help is the next best step. ...
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Smart Resale: Buy, Sell and end up with Extra Cash in your Pocket

Buying clothes and toys for your kids through resale shows, thrift stores, or garage sales has become very popular. Yet some people find themselves hesitant to try buying

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Youth Futures: Stress Knows no International Borders

Believe it or not, children from across the country and around the globe are experiencing similar types of stress. Factors like living below the poverty line, having dysfunctional families, or

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10 Tips for Talking to a Child After a Tragedy

Tragic events such as the recent mass shooting at a Florida high school are difficult for anyone to comprehend. Diane Snyder Cowan, director of Western Reserve Grief Services, offers the

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FACEtime Therapy Group Aids Teens who Stutter

Stuttering is a communication disorder in which the flow of speech is broken by repetitions, prolongations or abnormal stoppages of sounds and syllables. Using individual sessions and group activities, Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center's FACEtime therapy program is specifically designed to help older children and young teens who stutter and want to communicate more fluently and confidently. ...
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Growing up Rested: How Much Sleep Kids Need at Every Age

From babes who fight bedtime to teens who skip sleep to surf the net, kids of all ages experience sleep troubles. And regardless of age, all kids need enough rest — sleep deprivation in children is linked to academic trouble, behavior problems and even weight gain. Learn age-specific advice for helping your growing child sleep well, starting tonight. ...
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Make your Nominations in the 2018 Parent Choice Awards!

Entries are still being accepted for the Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards, which seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Nominate your favorite businesses, attractions, family services, and more by March 30, and you'll be entered to win a 4-pack of tickets to Cedar Point! ...
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