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To the Mom Friends who Told me the Things I Didn’t Know: Thank You

By Denise Koeth
June 16, 2019

It’s common knowledge that the moment you announce your pregnancy, well-meaning family, friends, acquaintances, coworkers and people in line at the grocery store check-out will pepper you with unsolicited advice.

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What’s in a Name

By Jason Lea
June 13, 2019

It is 10:42 p.m. on the second day of my son’s life.

I am strolling him down the hall of Hillcrest Hospital’s postnatal unit, so my wife can snatch

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Cleveland Indians Baseball Door Hanger

By Kristin Gambaccini
June 12, 2019

Take me out to the ball game! It’s time for Cracker Jacks, peanuts and footlong hotdogs, my friends!

Oh, and of course, BASEBALL!

This door hanger would make a wonderful

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How to Build Joint Attention Skills in Young Children with Autism

By Chana Feinstein
June 11, 2019
Joint attention is the ability to shift your attention between an object or event and your communication partner. Many children with autism don’t develop these skills on their own. Here are some easy, fun ways for parents to work on early joint attention skills. ...
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Parenting by the Generations

By Angela Gartner
June 10, 2019

Each of us fits into a certain “generation category” — most parents with children ages 18 and younger are either Generation X or Millennial. I have been thinking a lot

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

5 Toys = 5 Ways to Improve Speech Development

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 9, 2019
Playing with your child is an essential way to improve his or her speech, language and social skills. Find out how playing with five popular toys can encourage language growth and development. Bonus: they're likely toys that you already have at home! ...
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Tips for Healthy Summer Travel with Kids

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
June 6, 2019
Don’t let the sniffles or a stomach ache slow down your family’s summer trip. Whether you plan to camp, hit the beach or travel internationally, it’s important to pack the essentials and have a plan before someone needs first aid or falls ill. ...
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‘Rage Quitting’ and Technology Troubles

By Lindsey Geiss
June 4, 2019

Have you ever taken away your child’s tablet or interrupted a teen’s video game only to be met with an outburst of anger, hostility or destructive behavior? If so, you

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Behind the Plate with Kevin Plawecki

By Angela Gartner
June 3, 2019
Indians catcher — and new dad — Kevin Plawecki, along with his wife, Tayler, share what they love about their new hometown, as well as their experiences raising their 8-month-old son, Kasen. Learn about the family of three, including how they like to spend their free time around the region. ...
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Podcast Episode #28: Kids and Electronic Addiction

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 2, 2019
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks about electronic addiction with licensed psychologist Dr. Jay Berk, who talks about appropriate screen time and things parents can do to manage screen time and their children. Listen as he gives important safety and parenting tips for handling screens. ...
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