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Raising Kids With a Movement-Based Lifestyle: An Interview with Katy Bowman

The simple truth is that we and our kids spend too much time sitting. But it’s never too late to start a movement-based lifestyle.

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Happy Mother's Day - With Teenagers?

On behalf of your teenagers, let me say, "Happy Mother’s Day, Mom. You are doing an amazing job." Pour yourself another cup of coffee and go wake them up. You’ve got Mother’s Day to celebrate!

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Wait, What - PLU (People Like Us) Syndrome?

What are we teaching our kids when we so make friendship decisions for them, based on class, socioeconomic status, race, political party, or religion?

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All the Time We Are Laughing

My big brother refers to the years before I was born – when he was our parents' only child — as the best of his life. The glory days. The Era of No Trouble.

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A Mouse in the House

Not everyone is qualified to be President. But anyone can give her opinion as to who that person should be. My 8-year-old daughter, for example.

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Science says calling your mom will make you feel better

Three researchers try to shed some light on the relationships between mothers and daughters. Source: Go call your mom. Science says it’ll make you feel better. - The Washington Post

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Large study suggests that flu shots for moms protect infants too.

Here’s one more reason pregnant women should get a flu shot: It not only protects mothers, but a large study suggests it prevents flu in the infant, too. Source: Flu Shots Protect Babies, Too

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The Parent.co Team Solves Mother's Day

Ed: Today the Parent.co team is gathered to discuss Mother's Day. We have three dads: Mike, Ed, and Justin. And three moms: Angela, Sara, and Autumn. And two women who don't have kids, but do have...

Parenthood Why "Mama" Has the Same Meaning in Almost Every Language

Why "Mama" Has the Same Meaning in Almost Every Language

For most people on Earth, "mama" shares a singular meaning: mother. Here's why.

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School Assembly Blames Girls for Distracting Boys From Learning

A girls-only assembly to talk about inappropriate clothing has led to accusations of sexism and a move by administrators to rethink the school’s dress code.

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Gender Neutral Toys on the Rise, Thanks to the Internet

Products marketed to children are more divided than ever, but the Internet is increasingly offering alternatives to Hot Wheels and Barbies.

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Two-Minute Warnings Don't Help Kids Transition Away From Screentime

Two-minute warnings may work well in sports, but they don’t, apparently, work for children.

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Toddlers, Guns, and Tragedy

Shootings by preschoolers are happening at an average pace of about two per week.

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This Is How We Can Appreciate Our Teachers Everyday

Here are facts to share next time you hear someone say that teachers "have it easy," are "overpaid," or are "never fired."

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My Kids Have Two Moms To Celebrate On Mother’s Day

My mother-in-law asked my partner and me what we would be doing on Mother’s Day. Our answer: we’ll be mothering on Mother’s Day.

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Infographic: What Parents Need to Know About Bottled Water-Free Events

To reduce the environmental impact of concerts and events, event organizers are increasingly reducing and even banning sales of bottled water.

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"A gap year gave me more life skills than 13 years of schooling"

Meeting new people and dealing with a different environment “builds your confidence like crazy,” says my mother. “You’re more adaptable to different situations and challenges.” My father said the ...

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Kid Made Recipe: Everything You Need to Pull Off An Impressive Mother’s Day Brunch

You don't need to plan for weeks to host a delicious, beautiful Mother's Day brunch at your place. One trip to the market and minimal prep will set you up.

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How Important is Brain Research to Early Childhood Education and Services?

The science indicates that helping parents improve the way they interact with their babies has real impact on physical and mental health.

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Drinking Can Temporarily Improve Happiness but it Doesn't Last

People momentarily happier when drinking alcohol – but over longer periods, drinking more does not make them more satisfied with life.

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The Best (and Worst) States for Moms to Earn a Paycheck

Which places are doing their best to help moms raise their kids, contribute to the economy, and stay sane all at the same time?

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Paradise Lost on a 2-Year-Old

Wherever you go, there you are. With your kids. Bickering at the threshold of The Royal Towers Hotel lobby at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas

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To My Preemie: An Apology

You turn one next month. We will celebrate with tears and sadness mingled with the gratefulness and amazement at all we’ve been through this year.

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We Need to Talk About Pooping

Next time you child has a belly ache, consider this information.