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Kids and Sleep

Katy Mark11 years ago3 years ago03 mins

Everyone can get cranky when they don’t get enough shut-eye, but for kids, it can cause actual harm to their growing bodies and minds. Kids and sleep

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How to Begin Music Lessons with your Child

Katy Mark10 years ago3 years ago04 mins

However you decide to begin music lessons with your child, know that the benefits he or she gains will go well beyond just learning an instrument

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Honoring Black History at the Dayton Metro Library

Katy Mark6 years ago3 years ago04 mins

Honoring Black History at the Dayton Metro Library

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Do you have concerns with your child’s development?

Katy Mark6 years ago3 years ago02 mins

One of the greatest joys as a parent is seeing your child grow and develop. Each child develops at a different rate. However, some factors and other causes can make learning and communication a struggle for many children.       From crawling to walking, simple vocalizations & pronunciation to spelling, writing and picky eating…

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4th of July Salad Tongs- DIY

Katy Mark12 years ago3 years ago01 mins

I wanted to share an easy 4th of July idea using stuff you probably have around the house. This is a great way to spruce up your salad this holiday! All you need are salad tongs (preferably wooden), painter’s tape, white paint, blue paint and red star stickers (teachers, anyone?) First, wrap painter’s tape around…

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8 Tips for Creating the Perfect Dinner Plans if You’re in Tennessee

Katy Mark2 years ago06 mins

East Ridge, TN, offers a culinary experience as rich and diverse as the town’s history and culture. For both the passionate foodie and the casual diner, East Ridge presents an array of dining options that span from traditional Southern comfort foods to international cuisines, promising an exciting food journey. Crafting the perfect dinner plans in…

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Kindergarten: Ready or Not?

Katy Mark3 years ago3 years ago01 mins

Do you want to know how you can best prepare your child to be successful in kindergarten? Are you wondering what school is even like these days for a kindergarten student? Do you wish you could talk to someone who had these answers and more? You’re in luck! This Monday, January 30, at the Centerville…

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Cincinnati Children’s Hospital January Ages and Stages

Katy Mark3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

Developing a love for reading in the early years is a lifelong lasting gift that lays the foundation for your child’s success inside, outside and beyond school. So, how do you get your child to unplug and get away from the small screens and get into books? How can you make reading and learning an…

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Real Estate Myth vs. Truth

Katy Mark6 years ago3 years ago03 mins

There are a lot of misconceptions floating around about real estate. Here are some of the more common ones that I’ve come across.       You need 20% down to buy a house. Most people still think that you need at least a 20% down payment to purchase a home, and that is just…

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Playdates Gone Bad

Katy Mark11 years ago3 years ago04 mins

This comment, given by a local mom in response to a recent Dayton Parent Facebook question asking parents to post their playdate horror stories.

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