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Stop the Struggle: Homework Help for Parents and Kids

By Rachele Alpine Mielke
November 10, 2017

Homework can become a daily struggle for parents, but it doesn’t have to be. Local teachers provide tips and tricks on how to get your children motivated to complete their

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Cleveland special needs resources

After the Diagnosis: Next Steps for Parents who have Children with Special Needs

By Angela Gartner
November 9, 2017
Whether your child has ADHD, autism, learning challenges or developmental delays, receiving any diagnosis can be an emotional time for the whole family. With so much to consider, it sometimes might be difficult to figure out what to do first. ...
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How to wean your toddler

How to Wean Your Toddler from Breastfeeding

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 7, 2017
Breastfeeding a baby until he or she turns age 1 is a milestone celebrated by many nursing moms, some of whom choose to breastfeed beyond infancy and into the toddler years. If you're thinking about weaning your toddler, these strategies will help minimize meltdowns. ...
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How to financially prepare for a new baby

3 Money Tips to Follow when Preparing for a New Baby

By Thomas Giltner
November 6, 2017
Expectant parents can prepare for their financial future before baby is born. Learn expert tips for baby-proofing your budget, plus find details about two free financial seminars hosted by Parent Financial. ...
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5 Tips to Help Siblings Bond

By Lyndsey Frey
November 6, 2017
Swiping toys, pushing, screaming and crowding each other’s space comes with the territory of having two or more kids. It’s the natural ebb and flow of family life — and a significant part of growing up. However, research shows that helping siblings bond is crucial to raising happy, well-adjusted children. ...
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Ohio adoption agencies

Adoptive and Foster Parents Open their Doors to Kids in Need

By Angela Gartner
November 4, 2017
In honor of National Adoption Awareness Month, we highlight the need for foster and adoptive parents in the greater Cleveland area, as well as feature some local families who have opened their homes and a few of the resources that help to ease the transition. ...
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Childrens dentists in Cleveland, Ohio

Taking Kids to the Dentist: Establish Healthy Habits Early On

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 31, 2017

Every parent loves to see their child smile, but many overlook the importance of routine dental cleanings for their children. As with adults, any sugars they eat can react with

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

October is Protect Your Hearing Month: How to Detect Early Hearing Loss in Children

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 22, 2017
Being able to hear is essential for developing speech and language. However, in Ohio 1.5 in 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss. The incidence rises to 3-6 in 1,000 by the time a child reaches school age. Two red flags that a child may have a hearing loss are if the parents have concerns regarding their child’s hearing or if the child has a speech, language or developmental delay. Learn more warning signs here. ...
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Welcome to the Inaugural Toddler Olympics

By Jason Lea
October 20, 2017
Events will be held this Saturday on the front lawn, at the grocery store, playground, and that one Cracker Barrel where you’re still not allowed back. ...
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Kids and Divorce: the Benefits of Respectful Co-Parenting

By Susan Fox
October 20, 2017

Are you divorced or separated from your spouse? It can be stressful facing life after divorce or during separation when it comes to dealing with your ex-spouse. read more

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