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Boredom Busters for Kids: 8 Craft Kits Under $20

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 14, 2020
With the kids out of school for a few weeks, parents everywhere are looking for entertainment options. If you didn’t stock up on kids' activities and craft supplies, fear not — we searched Amazon and came up with the following top-rated kids’ craft kits for under $20. ...
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50 Indoor Things for Kids to do Instead of Screen Time

By Pam Molnar
March 13, 2020
With kids out of school due to Gov. Mike DeWine's order amid COVID-19 precautions, kids — and parents — will be looking for ways to stay entertained. Check out these 50 ways to help combat cabin fever and get your kids through until they return to school. ...
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My Child Just Can’t Make the ‘R’ Sound!

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 8, 2020
Many kids have a hard time producing the “R” sound, even after participating in years of speech therapy. It’s not their fault — some kids just don’t respond well to traditional therapy. In these cases, recently developed technology called visual biofeedback could be the solution. ...
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Podcast Episode #45: Parenting Teens & Preparing for College

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 8, 2020
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Mary Dell Harrington, co-founder of Grown and Flown, a website for parents of teens and college students. Listen as they discuss signs of overparenting, stress and anxiety in teens, and things your teen needs to know to prepare for college. ...
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4 Ways to Fill Winter Weekends with Fun Activities for Kids and Parents

By Michelle Dickstein
March 7, 2020

Mid-March is when I feel Northeast Ohio has entered the last slog of winter. There are some sunny mornings, yet freezing temperatures and snow is still in the weather forecast.

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Tips & Recipes for Homemade Baby Food

By Jennifer Picciano
March 6, 2020
As the saying goes, “You are what you eat.” That goes for all of us, no matter how young or how tiny. So why not give your baby the very best — and save some money while you’re at it? Find tips, tricks and recipes for easy homemade baby food. ...
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Pregnancy & Baby Events in Northeast Ohio

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 6, 2020

Whether you’re preparing for a new baby, looking for postpartum fitness options, or want to get big brother or sister involved, there are many classes and groups geared toward new

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Expert Advice for Kids and Piercings, From Tots to Teens

By Sara Macho Hill
March 5, 2020
If you’re the parent of a little girl, chances are the subject of ear piercing has or will come up. And if you’re the parent of a teenage girl or boy, be prepared for the conversation to possibly resurface again, this time perhaps with a different part of the body, such as a nose or lip piercing. While there isn’t necessarily a “perfect age” to get a piercing, there are points to consider and discuss with your child at any age. ...
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Unique Gift Ideas for Toddlers and Preschoolers

By Melissa Koski Carney
March 3, 2020

In one of my friend groups, I’m the only mom, so I often get asked for gift ideas when someone is shopping for a family with preschoolers or toddlers. And

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Northeast Ohio 2019-20 Independent School Open House Listings

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 2, 2020
Open house events are ideal for parents and students to ask questions, meet faculty and see if a particular school is the right fit. Check this list of private and other schools in the greater Cleveland/Akron area that offer upcoming open houses and tours. ...
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