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Our Summer Routine

My older son just finished kindergarten a few weeks ago, so this is my first transition to summer vacation from the school year as a mom. We have no huge

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Swimming safety can prevent drowning

What is ‘Dry’ Drowning?

Many parents have heard the term “dry drowning” — a phenomenon where a child’s airway begins to spasm after having taken in water while swimming, which can result in a

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New Mental and Behavioral Health Resources for Teens

When teens have troubling thoughts or are prompted by a peer’s concerning behavior, to educate themselves on mental health they often turn to internet search engine links – many of

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Speech, Language & Hearing Developmental Milestones: Age 1 Year

Each child develops at a different rate, but there are some milestones that can generally be expected by specific ages. This includes certain speech, language and hearing developmental milestones. Learn some typical milestones for children who are 1 year old. ...
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On the Town Survival Guide: Cleveland Indians

Cleveland Indians games are still one of the hottest tickets in town. Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Jen Rome, from Why CLE?, details how parents can take in a game with their tot and still have a great time. She shares tips to maximize fun and minimize stress at Progressive Field. ...
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On the Outside Looking In (Through Your Own Window!)

Whether it’s just a hectic Tuesday or Christmas morning, your home is the place your family gathers. It’s a constantly shared yet very personal space. But when cleaning your house,

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Send Vacation Woes Packing with these Family Travel Tips

When planning a trip with the kids, parents try to think of all the unexpected situations and plan accordingly. You bring extra wipes, diapers, changes in clothes, and stockpile snacks

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Having a Discussion with Tweens and Teens is a Tool in Suicide Prevention

The Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” has been a topic of interest among teens, national media and adults. It depicts a series of tapes created before a teen’s suicide. The

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Make your Child’s Sleepover at their Grandparents’ House a Dreamy Success

The time will come, whether you are ready or not, when Grandma and Grandpa will ask if your precious child can sleep over. Even for experienced parents, the mere thought

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A Father’s Day Message to My Three Daughters

For 18 years I did not celebrate Father’s Day because I was raised by a single mom. Father’s Day was just not on my radar until my husband and I had kids of our own. My girls are only 5 and 3 years old, but they’ll be able to read one day. Here is what I would like my daughters to know about their dad this Father’s Day. ...
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