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Parenting

Toddler Tantrums: Understand, Manage, Prevent

Ah, yes. Toddler tantrums. Does any parent get through these years entirely without them? If so, I’d like to meet you and shower you with gifts and awe. Already at

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Managing Middle School Stress

Surviving middle school can feel like juggling, and keeping all the balls in the air can be stressful: academic accomplishments, social demands, changing appearances, and more. The best way to avoid a meltdown is to recognize the early warning signs. Here are some tried and true tips to guide your tween through these years. ...
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A Post-Holiday Open Letter to the Inventors of Elf on the Shelf

Dear Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell,

I’d like to first start off by thanking you for inventing Elf on the Shelf. It’s a wonderful idea and has helped me tremendously.

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cesarian section information

8 Things Nurses Want you to Know About Your C-Section

Having a cesarian section can be scary to many moms, even if you’ve had one before. While a lot of information is published about stages of labor and how to tackle labor pain, there isn’t as much on how to prepare for a c-section. These tips will help you cope with some of the unknown fears about the procedure before you reach the labor and delivery room. ...
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10 Snow Day Activities to Keep Boredom at Bay

“Snow day!”

It’s the term kids love and parents sometimes dread. After the initial excitement wears off, a chorus of “I’m bored!” begins to echo throughout the house. read more

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preschools in ohio

Prep for Preschool: How to Choose a School and What to Expect

Determining if preschool is the right step for your child and your family is a big decision, and there are many different factors to consider. We spoke with several early childhood educators in the region, who offer tips on determining whether your child is ready, as well as what to look for in a school and questions to consider when visiting. Plus, students and parents weigh in on why they love preschool. ...
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Ways Parents can Improve their Child’s Speech at Home

There are many ways parents can help their children improve their speech at home, including reading books, retelling the events of the day, and encouraging older children to write. Learn about these and many more, as well as a local communication playgroup that mixes fun with the practice of building communication skills. ...
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Camps in Cleveland, Ohio

The Value of Sending your Kids to Summer Camp

During summer camp, new friendships are created, memories are made, talents and skills are learned, and most importantly, children grow as leaders who are more confident and independent. From developing self-esteem and leadership qualities to simply having fun, camp directors and staff share why summer camp is so important for kids. ...
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What is a Speech Sound Disorder?

Children begin building speech skills from birth, then develop sounds, and eventually, use all speech sounds correctly. Parents, family members, teachers or others might be worried that a child is not learning or talking the way they should for their age. Find out about the disorder and how it's evaluated, plus treatment options. ...
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13 Great Experience Gifts for Kids (That aren’t Toys!)

I love Christmas. Really, I love it a lot. I love watching my kids in the Sunday School program, decorating our home, listening to Christmas carols, and giving gifts. But

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