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Toledo Parent’s Top Read Stories of 2024

In 2024, Toledo Parent was dedicated to putting out informative stories that helped Toledo area families navigate parenthood and entertain children. This year, readers...

New Kids on the Block: July/August 2024

Skate of Mind LLC teaches Toledo skaters  Skate of Mind is a new Toledo business that offers private roller skating lessons to children, teens and...
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Toledo Juneteenth Events 2024

June 14-June 19 Juneteenth Toledo Celebration Juneteenth NY Toledo Celebration offers a week of empowerment, education, and activities. Various locations, Toledo Juneteenth Crawl Visit a different black-owned restaurant...
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Audition for “Tosca” with the Toledo Opera

The commitment for this role is August-October. If a child make it through auditions, they will be expected to attend rehearsals on Sundays from 4-4:45pm at the Toledo Opera Offices.
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Youth Mental Health: What Parents Need to Know

Nearly four in ten parents say they are extremely or very worried that their children might struggle with anxiety or depression, according to the Pew Research Foundation.
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Expert Tips to Keep Kids Hydrated in Summer Heat

Parents should make sure their kids drink plenty of water in the hot summer months to stay healthy and active. John McBride, a respected doctor at Franklin Park Pediatrics, shares important tips for keeping kids hydrated in hot weather.
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Tips on Handling Cyberbullying 

Statistics show that 15% of teens experience cyberbullying and nearly that many have engaged in bullying others online. While cyberbullying continues to be an issue, two counselors from a local middle school are seeing progress.
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BeLove Parenting with Penny Tullis Meeker

When Penny Tullis Meeker’s daughter, Zoey, was just 13 years old, she asked her mother a question that got Mom’s wheels turning about parenting.
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Maintaining a Healthy Pelvic Floor: Tips and Insights from a Urogynecologist 

Brittany Mahomes, wife of three-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Patrick Mahomes, is a mother of two who recently urged women to take care of their pelvic floor in an Instagram story.
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Where to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Toledo 2024

Mother’s Day is a popular day to treat mom to a nice brunch or dinner out. But let’s face it, sometimes we’re looking for...
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Earth Day Activities for the Whole Family to Enjoy and Make an Impact

Earth Day, which takes place every year on April 22, is a way to support environmental protection and enjoy the many incredible benefits that nature provides.