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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

How to Prepare for an Upcoming Speech-Language Evaluation

A speech and language evaluation is a normal avenue to pursue when parents or caregivers suspect difficulty with communication. Anticipation of the event can bring on feelings of stress if you aren’t sure what to expect. Consider these helpful tips to prepare for an upcoming evaluation. ...
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Immunization Conversation: Vaccine Debate Renewed Amid Measles Outbreaks

Whether to vaccinate your child or not has become a topic of discussion among parents and medical professionals around the U.S. due to measles outbreaks that have been reported in 11 states. We cover the vaccination conversation and the impact it has on the community. ...
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My 2-Step Process to Maximize the Free Activities in my Kids’ Schedule

In the beginning of motherhood, I was worried. I thought that if I couldn’t afford to travel or pay for a lot of stuff, then our lives would be void

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Let’s Give Moms a Break

The past two months have not been easy. I had the longest cold known to man (okay, I’m exaggerating, but it lasted about four weeks). My 9-month-old daughter had a

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One Way to Teach Teens Credit Card Basics

Do you want to teach your teen how to responsibly use a credit card, but don’t want to open a new account in their name? One available feature allows you

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Study: Are E-Cigarettes Creating More Teen Smokers?

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), teen electronic cigarette use has sky-rocketed by an alarming rate – 78 percent — in the past year. read more

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My Favorite Way to Entertain My Kids in the Car

This may be completely obvious and old-hat to many of you but I have discovered a new way of keeping my kids entertained in the car — and it’s completely

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Are Extended School Year Services Right for Your Child?

Summer can be a challenging time for many families, perhaps more so for families of children who have autism. Significant disruptions to daily routines can be troublesome for children with

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Why Play Groups are Good for Your Child’s Social and Language Skills

While solitary play has its benefits, play groups are really where children can learn play, social and language skills. Here are some ways that play groups will benefit your child and enhance these strengths.   ...
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What You Should Know About Survival Swim Lessons

  • “Survival” swim lessons can be traumatic experiences for a child and do not drown-proof them. Developmentally-appropriate alternatives include layered play-based training with a trusted caregiver involved. Children are typically only
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