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“Teaching my kids that morals may not reflect what is socially acceptable."

Mickey McDaniel

"Electronics and all that comes with it ... kids want the games, the social media, the access and control, etc., that their peers have. They don't need, it and they certainly don't understand the downfalls associated with it."

Stephanie Kramer

“Having a special needs child. Other parents can hardly relate unless they are in the same boat and live it."

C.J. Jennings

"The To-Do list. It’s endless and not realistic. Both parents have to work, but always be available. Kids should not be over scheduled, but they aren’t getting into college without three extracurriculars and all AP classes. Eat and teach nutritional foods, but eat in the car between appointments. Kids aren’t OK and should check in with a counselor, but there are no mental health professionals available for the next 10 months. Keep your home spotless and free of clutter, but their sports equipment takes up an entire garage space. And now insert this into real life where medical issues come up, where the car breaks down, where you’re required to work overtime this weekend, where your mother-in-law tells you you’re doing it wrong, where you have to spend more quality time with your kids but don’t forget to take care of you."

Kendra Westerberg

"Sheltering them from the unwholesome worldly atmosphere. Kids are exposed to adult ideas much too soon nowadays."

Michelle Thacker Gibson

“Being a single dad and explaining to employers my kid comes first and no, I’m not just going to dump him with mom."

Ken Newman

“Being mentally exhausted and my kids bouncing around happily talking non-stop."

Gwen Stamm

“Other parents."

“Being a single parent."

Jo Peru

Kaci Strickland

“Dealing with bullying of your child. It’s out of control with social media."

Rachel Easybuck

“Getting up in the morning and deciding to try again."

Scott McGinnis

“Making sure your child’s safety and best interests/needs are met while you are at work/school. No parent should ever have to worry about if their child is being cared for properly."

Lauren Shelburne

“Everything!"

Laura Greene

“Letting go and allowing them to spread their wings!"

Kim Taulbee

by Amanda Ciani

CPS Opens a New Preschool

Families in Madisonville, Ohio will have a new early childhood education opportunity during the 2023 - 24 school year. Cincinnati Public Schools has acquired the former Bramble Elementary School located at 4324 Homer Ave. with plans on opening the pre-school this fall. Families looking to register for pre-k at this new school can visit cps-k12.org/ preschool.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Named BEST!

Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Now Open in Milford

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Just in time for those first day of school pictures, stylish kids have a brand-new location for their back-to-school haircuts! Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids is now open at 5976 Meijer Drive in Milford. The salon environment features kid-friendly decor and fun including car-styling chairs, cartoons and gaming. Girl haircuts include a mini-cure (polish change) and glamour ring. Each service is topped o with a balloon and lollipop. Visit sharkeyscutsforkidsmilford.com or call 513-239-5390 for an appointment.

The best pediatric hospital in the nation is located right in Cincinnati, Ohio! Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center was recently named the No. 1 Best Children’s Hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 - 24 rankings. The report also includes top 10 national rankings in 10 pediatric specialties. Cincinnati Children’s was named in the top 10 of each of those specialty areas also, including No. 1 top honors in four specialties: cancer care, diabetes and endocrinology, neonatology and urology. Stay in the loop with all things Cincy Children’s by checking out cincinnatichildrens. org/news/release/2023.

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