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Parent-Tested Wisdom: The Best Advice for Raising Amazing Kids According to Members of Cuyahoga Parents Connect

Parenting isn’t always easy, but one of the best parts is learning from other parents who have been through it! In honor of Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® on April 18, we asked parents in our Facebook group, Cuyahoga Parents Connect, to share their best advice.

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Celebrate Read Across America Week: Fun Ways to Make Reading Magical at Home

Every year in early March, families, schools, and libraries across the country come together to celebrate Read Across America Week—a time dedicated to inspiring a love for books and storytelling in children.

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Creative Ways to Keep Kids Entertained Without a Screen

We’ve all been there—trying to cook dinner, take a work call, or just enjoy five minutes of peace, only to have a tiny human say, “I’m booooored.” And while screens are an easy go-to, sometimes you just want a break from the constant requests.

The good news? Kids are naturally creative and curious—sometimes they just need a little nudge to get started. Here are some ways to keep kids entertained without a screen and without much effort on your part!

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How to Ask for Help as a Parent (Without Feeling Guilty)

Parenting is tough. No matter how much we love our kids, there are moments when we feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and stretched far too thin. Yet, for many parents, asking for help feels hard. Maybe it’s the pressure to do it all, the fear of being judged, or that nagging voice in our heads saying, “I should be able to handle this.”

Here’s the truth: Asking for help doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re human. And the sooner we let go of guilt, the easier it becomes to find the support we need.

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Three Everyday Parenting Challenges and How Triple P Can Help

Parenting is an incredible journey, but it’s not always easy. From handling tantrums to dealing with bedtime struggles, parents often look for ways to make life at home more peaceful. That’s where Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) can help. This program gives parents practical tools to handle everyday parenting challenges. Let’s look at three common struggles and how Triple P can help:

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What Does It Mean to Be a ‘Good Parent’ Today?

Parenting has always had its challenges, but in today’s fast-paced world, the pressure to be a “good parent” feels bigger than ever. Social media shows picture-perfect families, blogs give endless advice, and society’s rules seem to always change. It can leave many parents wondering: Am I doing enough? Am I doing it right? So, what does being a “good parent” really mean in 2025? The answer may surprise you.

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