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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Your Child’s Team of Professionals, from Health to Education

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 26, 2017
As a parent, you always want what is best for your child. At times, however, you may not be certain where to turn for help when a health, hearing or learning problem arises. Be assured, there are numerous professionals available to assist — this list of providers will help you determine the next steps for any issue. ...
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Jeff and Amy Belles of Kulture City

Sense of Belonging: Amy and Jeff Belles Work to Create Sensory-Inclusive Spaces

By Michelle Dickstein
November 25, 2017
Inspired by their son, 12-year-old Carson, who was diagnosed with autism at age 2, Amy and Jeff Belles decided to work toward forming acceptance and inclusion opportunities for individuals with special needs. Through their work with KultureCity, the couple has created accessibility and acceptance in the local community by collaborating with the Akron Zoo and Quicken Loans Arena. ...
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Cleveland Clinic Children's ear infections

Common Misconceptions About Childhood Ear Infections

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 21, 2017

Most parents have been woken up in the middle of the night at some point in time by a child suffering from an ear infection. read more

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Positive Parenting

How to Model a Positive Attitude For Your Kids

By Susan Fox
November 17, 2017

Our children have a lot of social pressure on them. When we focus on building confidence in ourselves, we model that behavior to our children. Being a confident person helps

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To Your Child, the Greatest Gift of All is You

By Beth Rowles
November 15, 2017
From shopping to special events and parties, no matter what holiday you celebrate this season, it can be a very busy time. Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Beth Rowles, of Family Being, shares 10 ways parents can truly be present with their children this holiday season. It's time to consider putting down the phone, dropping your to-do list, and fully engaging with your kids for a season that brings more special moments and less stress. ...
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Yoga helps kids with special needs

5 Yoga Benefits for Kids with Special Needs

By Judy Miller
November 13, 2017

Yoga is a full-circle practice of breathing (pranayama, also known as prana), movement (mudra), and sound (mantra). The asanas (poses), vinyasa (sequence of asana), and accompanying breathing serve to address

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Can a Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessment Help my Child?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 12, 2017
As part of a pediatric neuropsychological assessment, a child’s thinking, attention and organization skills, memory and learning, speech/language, visual-spatial skills, academic development, and emotional/behavioral functioning all may be assessed. The main goal is to help access and guide the direction of intervention services and support. ...
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Giving Thanks During Hard Times

By Jason Lea
November 12, 2017

When my daughter was five weeks old, she got sick — the kind of sick where you don’t always get better. read more

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College for kids with special needs

7 Questions Students with Learning Challenges Should Ask When Applying to Colleges

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 11, 2017
While every college-bound student has individual priorities and needs, those with learning challenges have more criteria to consider beyond geography, program of study, and size of school. Learn ways to help your child navigate the college planning process. ...
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Help your kids with their homework

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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