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March 8, 2010 By April Leiffer Henry

It's official. I never thought I'd say it, but I live in West Virginia. Although my driver's license still says Ohio, I've taken up residence in Morgantown. more »

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Just e-mail me your children's names and ages, and your phone number: betsy@ovparent****. Thanks! There is a contest once a year -- look for entry information in the July/August issu. more »

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March 10, 2010

Books on the Avenue 501 Warwood Ave., Wheeling 304-277-2665 All ages: 10:30 a.m. more »

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Resources for Parents of Preschoolers

March 8, 2010 There are a myriad books and local resources out there for parents of preschool age children. » Full Story

Five Ways to Raise a 'Good Enough' Child

March 8, 2010 How many times have you told your ebullient child he’s too loud or too active? How often have you told your contemplative, cautious child not to be a scaredy-cat and so shy?

In subtle... » Full Story

Let's Talk About Sex

January 14, 2010 Parents are waiting too long before having “the talk” with their children, according to a study published in the January edition of Pediatrics, journal of the American Academy of Pediatric. » Full Story

Five Secrets of the Organized

January 14, 2010 From OV Parent’s go-to source on frugality, housekeeping and organizing, Tawra Kellam, founder of the Living on a Dime Web site.

1. Never stop picking up. » Full Story

Celebrate 40 Years of Sesame Street

December 3, 2009 For 40 years, preschoolers have learned about letters, numbers, songs and different cultures from their friends Big Bird, Kermit the Frog and Oscar the Grouch on “Sesame Street. » Full Story

Takes One to Raise One: You and Your Child's Self-Esteem

December 3, 2009 When we become a parent, we often forget how important it is to keep nurturing and improving ourselve. » Full Story

Meet Genna and Russ

November 4, 2009 A new book gives parents a hand instilling values of helpfulness, kindness and generosity in their children. » Full Story

Stop Impulsive Behavior

November 4, 2009 Impulse control is the ability to stop and think before acting. It’s one of the executive functions children need to control thoughts and actions. » Full Story

Little Athletes, Big Responsibility

October 2, 2009 You’ve heard the phrase in sports circles: “The parents ruin it for the kids. » Full Story

GIVEAWAY: Reminder Decals

October 1, 2009 It’s every parent’s nightmare. » Full Story

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