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I seriously am in love with Thanksgiving.
I mean, it’s a holiday where you spend time with those nearest and dearest to your heart, think of allll the things you
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On this episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner continues the conversation about special needs parenting with Dan Clapper and Megan Strok, who share some of their experiences, including who they think benefits from inclusion. Listen as they share challenges and offer advice and ways you can get involved.
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Do you have a picky eater in your life? Are you dreading meal times this upcoming holiday season? For picky eaters, it's important to alleviate the pressure associated with eating, increase exposure to foods, and unlock all of the senses.
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Children learn how to talk by imitating others. They mimic what they hear, so it’s important for you to practice speaking with your child every day. Some words to focus on include nouns, verbs, adjectives and prepositions, which can be applied to daily activities.
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Put down your rolling pin and let the experts do the baking this holiday season. From Cleveland to Akron, these bakeries are whipping, stirring and kneading some of the most delicious, delightful and decadent desserts you can find.
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Candy Land has Gone Wild! returns this Saturday at the Penitentiary Glen Nature Center. Visitors become game pieces on the life-sized game board designed like the iconic board game. As they draw cards and move from space to space, they will journey through an enchanted display and discover nature’s gifts throughout the seasons.
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If shopping is your sport, the “Super Bowl” is merely weeks away — Black Friday is Nov. 23. We offer parents a few tried and true tips to maximize the deals and minimize the headaches on this day.
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Camp Fair East & West 2019, taking place in February, each will feature Jungle Terry and his animal friends, hands-on activities, and will give attendees the chance to win camp scholarships, meet with representatives from dozens of area summer camps, and more. Registration is now open for each event.
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This season, Crocker Park in Westlake has a host of holiday-themed attractions to delight the entire family — and it all starts this weekend with the lighting of the 50-foot tree. Make plans to spend the day on the property experiencing these magical attractions, as well as getting some holiday shopping done.
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Mark the date: 12 years together as a couple, nine years of marriage, and I finally introduced a new woman into my household. I held out as long as I
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