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Teens Seek Summer Jobs Amid Coronavirus Disruptions

By Michele L. Bailey
March 30, 2020
In a typical summer, an abundance of job opportunities are available for teens to fill during the school break. However, this summer, jobs could be scarce as some areas where teens typically find work may be struggling to stay afloat due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
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Spring at Home: Seasonal Activities to do With Your Family

By Angela Gartner
March 30, 2020
The sun is shining, tulips have sprouted and the warm breezes of spring are here. The winter has been a whirlwind of stresses with twists and turns, but with the new season upon us, it’s a great time to get inspired — and maybe find new ways to entertain or teach the kids at home. ...
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Breastfeeding Benefits Moms’ Health Later in Life, Study Says

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 30, 2020

It’s well-known that breastfeeding has many health advantages for infants.

But a recent study shows breastfeeding is good for mom’s health, too. read more

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Digital Offerings From Northeast Ohio Libraries

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 29, 2020
Libraries may be closed as part of Gov. DeWine’s stay-at-home order, but many in the greater Cleveland/Akron area continue to offer digital programming as usual — and some have added more offerings or made it possible to apply for library cards online.  ...
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aParently Speaking LIVE: At-Home Activities and Schedules for Families

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 28, 2020
In this new video format, aParently Speaking host Miriam Conner speaks live with Kristin Gambaccini, mom of eight and the blogger behind Perfectly Destressed. The two discuss how they're parenting amid COVID-19 concerns, including ways to keep their kids entertained and how to find a schedule that works. ...
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10 Everyday Speech Development Activities That Can be Done at Home

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 28, 2020

When your child is at home, you can still work to develop their speech with simple activities that can be done at home and with other family members. read more

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Virtual Experiences Offered by Northeast Ohio Museums, Zoos & More

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 26, 2020
Area museums, zoos and science centers may be closed due to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s stay-at-home order, but their staffs are hard at work behind the scenes to make sure families in the region are still learning and having fun. Check out these virtual educational experiences to share with your children. ...
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How to Respond When Your Child is Worried About Coronavirus 

By Joanna Hardis
March 25, 2020
As parents, we want to prepare our children to tolerate uncertainty and learn how to ride out our feelings. We want to teach, model and practice staying in the “what-is” versus the “what-if.” Currently, that means not going into every possible catastrophic situation that could happen, but sticking with what is true in this moment. ...
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COVID-19 & My Mental Health

By Michelle Dickstein
March 25, 2020

You don’t need more superfluous dialogue about coronavirus from me, so this blog is focused on how the current situation has impacted my mental health and given me unexpected opportunities

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The Learning Circle Approved as a Pandemic Childcare Service

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 25, 2020

The Learning Circle announced it has been approved as a pandemic childcare service.

Located at 10204 Granger Road in Garfield Heights, The Learning Circle serves infants and children from six

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