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Podcasts for parents and kids

Great Podcasts for Parents (and Kids, Too!)

Until a few years ago, I had never bothered to listen to a podcast. I assumed podcasts were similar to National Public Radio, but for hipsters and nerds. This assumption

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#CLEMAMA: Making a Difference in the New Year

Starting off the new year is always exciting. I think it’s because we all feel that opportunity to make a fresh start: start eating better, get fit, find a new

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Podcast Episode #20: Parent Panel on Family Travel

On the newest episode of our aParently Speaking podcast, host Miriam Conner speaks with father of five Jason Russ and mom of three and travel blogger Leah Yoder, who reminisce about some of their family vacations. This episode is sure to stir up some of your own family vacation memories! ...
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How to Do More (and Less) in 2019

It’s a new year. Have you spent some time recently reflecting on the past year and dreaming of what is in store for you and your family in 2019? Maybe

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Summer camps in Ohio

Summer Camp Lets Kids ‘Unplug,’ Build Relationships

With screen time being so common in our everyday lives, kids need to develop solid time management and social skills. A summer camp can be the perfect opportunity to nurture these skills and for a child to grow, form friendships, gain confidence in taking risks, and keep their mind active when class isn’t in session. ...
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Hit the Reset Button on Your Child’s Electronics Usage

If you are a parent of a tween who has their own smart device, you are familiar with your kid’s tilted posture when they are looking at the blue lit screen. They likely are watching videos, movies, a popular series or playing games. While these activities are not alarming to some families, others might feel it’s too much, every day. Learn the dangers of electronics addiction and how to set limits. ...
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Growing Empathy: How to Interpret and Address Troubling Behaviors in Your Preschooler

A 3-year-old girl hands out crayons one at a time to her tablemates as if they were her own property — keeping the box close by her side and deciding

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Is Your Child Ready to Stay Home Alone?

Whether it’s an unexpected day off from school, a meeting that runs late at work or a last minute invite to an event, at some point there will be a scenario when you consider leaving your child home alone. There’s a lot to think about before you take the first step into a new level of independence with your child.     ...
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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

How Sensory Play Helps Developmental Skills

Incorporating sensory play with your child's activities can encourage him or her to use their senses. It allows children to discover and investigate the world around them by building nerve connections, which increases their ability to understand. It also can improve language development, social skills, critical thinking skills, and fine and gross motor skills. ...
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These 5 Types of Kids Need a Bag of Marbles

Why don’t today’s kids play with marbles?

Marbles should be a hot item for kids. They’re pocket-sized. They’re pretty. They make great noises when you roll them across the floor.

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