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Politics | Politics
School’s Out Forever? - American Greatness
ith just about every public school in the country closed at this time, the only way for kids to get an education is at home. Many see this as nothing less than tragic. Writing in Education Week, Stephen Sawchuk claims that schools are an “absolute necessi
Advice & Self-Help | Jewish Wisdom
10 Ways to Help an Especially Sensitive Child - Parenting
How can I help her become stronger so she can survive in a world that’s not always fair and tactful, and so that she’s not constantly suffering a maelstrom of emotion?
Family & Parenting | Parenting
People Shared Weird "House Rules" That They Had When They Were Kids And Holy Heck, Parents Are Wild
"We couldn't go into the kitchen barefoot..."
Family & Parenting | Kids
How It Feels to Be the Mom of Kids That Are Being Bullied
"I want to tell you how it feels to stand by the door, waiting for the school bus, and praying, 'Please, God, let him have had a good day,' and knowing the answer two steps after he gets off the school bus."
Family & Parenting | Parenting
40 Hilarious Tweets About The Lies Parents Tell Their Kids | HuffPost Life
"When the ice cream van plays music it's to let everyone know they've run out."
Miscellaneous | Other Stuff
How the Loss of the Landline Is Changing Family Life
The shared phone was a space of spontaneous connection for the entire household.
Family & Parenting | Kids
These Contact Lenses May Help Slow Down Nearsightedness in Children
These contacts do more than just help your kiddo to see better.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Have a budding artist at home? This kids' art nook is the perfect DIY project
If your kid loves to draw, consider creating a DIY art nook in your home!
Politics | PC Culture
What It's Like to Lose Your Children to the 'Transgender Cult'
"As soon as you say you're trans, you turn into a star. And kids are thirsty for that kind of affirmation," says Lynn Meagher.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
9 Babyproofing Mistakes Most Parents Make
You of course want to keep baby safe, but it can be hard to think of every possible hazard. Find out which babyproofing to-dos many parents forget about, so you don’t make the same mistake.
News | Human Interest Stories
Car Slams Into Drunk Driver, Protecting Couple Pushing Stroller
Phoenix police said the heroic driver was injured but would survive.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Best Children’s Libraries in the USA
From special kids programming to incredible sculptures, these libraries make sure kids get a whole lot more than story time.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
14 Secrets to Being a Happy Parent
Here are common parental expectations and how (and why) it's ok to let them go.
Family & Parenting | Kids
The Best New IKEA Products for Kids!
From arts and crafts to toy and furniture, we found the best new products for kids at IKEA.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Kid-Friendly Haunted Houses
From historical landmarks to places where staircases end in the ceilings, discover these real-life mystery houses!
Advice & Self-Help | Parenting
‘I was an intruder’: what it’s like to be your parents’ least favourite child
Many mothers and fathers admit to having a preferred child – and experts say that being a sidelined sibling can cause serious problems
Family & Parenting | Kids
The Right Age to Get a Family Pet
Experts weigh in on the signs your kid is ready for a family pet.
Family & Parenting | Kids
16 Easy snd Creative Thanksgiving Crafts For Kids - Southern Living
Thanksgiving crafts for kids can keep little helpers busy while teaching them the importance of the season. From decorative paper turkeys to leaf
Advice & Self-Help | Couples and Relationship Support
A reminder of how important it is to support the elderly
A new survey of British seniors sheds light on this sad, but true effect of aging, noting that hundreds of thousands of people often go a week without speaking to a single person.
Family & Parenting | Kids
9 Ways to Minimize Stress & Anxiety in Kids
Stress and anxiety are normal intermittent experiences for kids but they are not normal as chronic companions. Here's how you can help minimize stress and anxiety and help your kids be their most healthy selves.
Family & Parenting | Kids
11 Reasons Why Chores Make Kids More Successful (According to Studies)
You’ve been there before: dinner is over, you’ve got a pile of dishes to clear and the kids are—surprisingly—nowhere to be found. It’s a rare kid who clamors to scrub the kitchen, but studies show that assigning chores helps children build life skills and grow into well-adjusted young adults.
Psychology | Parenting and Kids
Increase in Glasses for Teens Linked to Screen Time
A new study is warning parents that all that screen time may be behind a stunning rise in children who need prescription glasses.
Family & Parenting | Kids
12 Back-to-School Products to Add to Your Shopping List!
Back-to-school season is the busiest, most exhausting, and—with these products—most fun time of year.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
My kids hate each other—and I'm afraid that will never change
One of the reasons I had two kids was so they'd have each other to lean on as adults. But now it seems like they might not even end up on speaking terms.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Children’s Museums in Los Angeles
Looking for the best kids museums? These family-favorite museums are some of the best in the world and luckily, in Los Angeles.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
In A Viral Facebook Rant, A Mom Wants To Ban 'Childless Millennials' From Disney World
A mom's Facebook rant about wanting to ban childless millennials from Disney World has gone viral after it was screenshotted and tweeted. Here's what she said:
Science & Technology | Technology
Apple Backs Down; Parental Control App OurPact Returned to App Store | Digital Trends
Controversial parental control app OurPact has returned to the iOS App Store. In April this year, Apple removed a number of parental control apps which used a technology called Mobile Device Management that allows access to user location, app use, email a
Family & Parenting | Kids
What the CDC Thinks You Need to Know about Crypto & Swimming Pools
Don't drink the pool water.
Family & Parenting | Kids
This New Storage Container Is a LEGO Game Changer
You'll never step on another LEGO again.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Train and Railroad-Related Attractions in Los Angeles for Kids
Los Angeles has many train-related attractions. Here you'll find the best places in LA to take your train-crazy kid.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
13 Funny Stories About Sleep Deprivation From New Parents | Fatherly
From falling asleep standing up at work to accidentally putting breast milk in their cereal, here are 13 funny stories of sleep-deprived parents.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Award-Winning Kids Books Every Kid Should Read
These award-winning children's books are the best kids books for anyone looking for the perfect summer reading list.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Family First Aid Kit List
Here's your list of what every family should have in their home First Aid Kit.
Science & Technology | Technology
Apple will reportedly limit third-party tracking in kids apps
As tech companies grapple with safety and privacy concerns, Apple will reportedly limit third-party tracking in kids apps starting next week. While the company...
Recipes | Recipes
5 Easy, Delicious Recipes For Busy Parents
After a long day at work, the last thing you want is a complex, time consuming and messy hour in the kitchen....
Advice & Self-Help | Tips & Tricks
Oh, baby! Walmart to offer big discounts on Feb. 23 for 'Baby Savings Day'
Cribs, car seats, clothes, sippy cups, diaper bags, pacifiers. There is a lot that goes into having a baby, and Walmart&
Advice & Self-Help | Parenting
This Dad’s Trick for Getting Picky Kids to Eat Is Brilliant
The idea: Just retire from cooking dinner to stop the flood of complaints from young diners. One parent tried it, and this is what happened.
Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Smartphone addiction affects teens and parents alike
Over half the teens surveyed by Pew Research Center said they spend too much time on smartphones; 36 percent of parents said the same. A whopping 72 percent of teens said they c...
Family & Parenting | Kids
How to Clean Your Kid’s Backpack
Don't just replace your kid's dirty backpack! Follow these tips to clean, wash and disinfect your kid's backpack and it will soon be looking like new again.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Ski Resorts for Kids
Discover the best beginner ski resorts to get your kids in on the action and you on the slopes.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Why the Chanukah Gelt? - Reasons for giving Chanukah gifts
On Chanukah we give the children gelt. Why?
Family & Parenting | Kids
Family Games & Conversation Starters to Try This Holiday Season
We've got ice breaker games, conversation starters and family games perfect for when everyone gathers this holiday season.
Food & Drink | Bars/Restaurants/Venues
The Best Pizza in Los Angeles
In honor of National Pizza Day, we rounded up our favorite pizza shops in Los Angeles. Read on to see where to score the best slice.
Psychology | Parenting and Kids
Average Parent Enjoys Just 32 Minutes Of Free Time Each Day, Survey Finds - Study Finds
A new survey that explores the daily routines of moms and dads finds the average parent enjoys about a half hour of free time on a typical day -- and many find themselves being forced to actually hide from their kids in order to get away.
Food & Drink | Food
Best Hamburger Spots for Los Angeles Kids
Wondering where to eat the best hamburgers with kids in Los Angeles? Try one of these places where you can find Los Angeles' best hamburgers.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Gluten and Allergy-Free Halloween Candy
Here is a great list of popular Gluten, Allergy, and Nut-Free candy for your kids and trick-or-treaters.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Parents Should Always Have These 8 Items on Hand, Doctors Say
Before you leave the house, consider adding these 8 important items to your bag.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Museum of illusions - Top Los Angeles Attraction for the Whole Family
Museum of Illusions is the premier place to enjoy 3D optical illusions in Los Angeles. Located on the famous Hollywood Boulevard, this LA museum is sure to please visitors of every age. Tourists who are looking for fun places in LA should add this to thei
Family & Parenting | Kids
What to Do with Kids in Santa Monica, CA
From world-class views of the stars to checking out some stellar aviation history, here are 30 of our favorite things do, west of the 405.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Home Storage Solutions for Kids’ Gear
We searched for solutions you need and came up with tips to find creative and budget hacks that'll revolutionize family storage methods.
Science & Technology | Tech News
Crafty kids are finding ingenious ways to thwart Apple's 'Screen Time' feature
Apple first introduced Screen Time this summer as one of the key feature additions on iOS 12. By adding limits to specific apps, or your phone as a whole, Apple attempted to add a digital dose of self-control for those who need it most. People raved about
Family & Parenting | Kids
Video Games You Can Feel Good About Your Kid Playing After School
Check out these great games that you can "yes" to after school—or anytime.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Epic Corn Mazes Across the Country
Nothing says fall activty better than a wander through a corn maze.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
20 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before Becoming a Working Mom | Working Mother
Here are 20 things three moms with they had been told to help them prepare for the challenges of being working mothers.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Trader Joe’s Food That Even Picky Eaters Will Love
Kids who are picky eaters will love these picks from Trader Joe's.
Advice & Self-Help | Parenting
Why ‘Risky’ Playgrounds Are Making a Comeback - CityLab
The modern playground has become mind-numbingly standard-issue. There’s a movement afoot to bring “adventure” back into play.
News | News
Child services investigates mother for her letting 8-year-old daughter walk alone
The concerned caller had reported the child to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in the past for playing alone in a parking lot.
Psychology | Personality
Treating Teens' Depression May Make Parents Happier, Too - The Atlantic
Early evidence suggests that treatment has a ripple effect in families.
Family & Parenting | Kids
The Best Backpacks for Kids
School-aged kids need cool backpacks and we've found some of the cutest ones out there.
Family & Parenting | Kids
The best universities in the world, according to QS - Business Insider
Every year QS ranks universities around the world using a methodology that evaluates academic reputation, employer reputation, student-to-faculty ratio, as well as international reputation.
Psychology | Parenting and Kids
How to Deal With Your Seriously Stressful Parents | Thrive Global
Meghan Markle’s rocky relationship with her father is playing out on the world stage, so we asked an expert for advice on how to handle a fraught relationship with your parents.
Politics | PC Culture
School District Refuses To Permit Parents To See LGBT Videos Students Were Forced To Watch
In a Pennsylvania school district, after roughly 2,800 students were forced to watch LGBT videos during LGBT "Unity Week" in April, parents and conservative activists asked the district to provide links to the videos so they could see what their children
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
12 things you must tell your grownup child if you haven't already
As a parent of adult kids, you might assume you've said it all. But here are 12 things your child needs to hear from you as an adult. If you hadn't said it before, do it more often
Family & Parenting | Kids
Free things you can get at Disney - Business Insider
Disney World and Disneyland vacations can be pricey, but luckily there are some things you can get for no charge. Here's a list of things you can get for free at the Disney parks.
Family & Parenting | Kid's
This Chart Shows When It’s OK To Leave Kids Home Alone
Leaving your child home alone for the first time is a fairly major milestone in a parent’s journey. As the mother of two young kids, I’m glad this moment is still several years away. Still, like most parents, I wonder: At what age is it OK
Music | Music
Dear Cool Dads and Moms: Stop Bringing Your Children To Concerts
They won’t have fun. You won’t have fun. The people around you definitely won’t have fun.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Things to Do in Mar Vista with Kids
From coffee and bowling to farmer's markets and time travel trinkets, Mar Vista should be on your bucket list of places to visit with kids.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Nostalgic Summer Bucket List: Ways to Give Your Kid a 1980s summer
Here's how to give your kids an unplugged, retro summer a la Stranger Things.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Water Safety Tips Every Parent Needs to Know
Before you head out into the water this summer, be sure and read up on the top ways to prevent drowning and injury in the water.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Trust Us: You Want to Make Space in Your Kids' Playroom For This Year's New Lego Sets | POPSUGAR Moms
Heads up, moms and dads: you're going to want to clear some space in your kids' playroom. Lego has shared details of all the building sets it's releasing this
Family & Parenting | Kids
Tiny Homes Perfect for Vacation Rentals
Go small on your next family trip and try out these amazing tiny home vacation rentals.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best New Rides & Attractions Opening in 2018
These amusement park rides and attractions are worth the trip!
Science & Technology | Social Media
Facebook’s Messenger Kids is getting a sleep mode
Parents can have more control
Family & Parenting | Kids
Study finds over 3,300 Android apps improperly tracking kids
There's little doubt that mobile apps sometimes overstep their bounds by
Family & Parenting | Kids
Kids Room Cleaning Ideas
If your kid room needs a major cleaning, try out these ideas on how to effectively clean your room and get rid of stuff.
Family & Parenting | Kids
How to Use Secret Netflix Codes to Find Better Kids Shows
Secret codes are the key to finding even better shows for your kids to watch on Netflix.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Ghost Towns Across the US to Get Your Creep On
Check out these eerie abandoned towns.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Alexa Skills & Games Just for Kids
Here are some awesome Alexa skills and games kids can play with the Amazon Echo, Dot or Spot for serious fun with their home assistant.
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
Israeli researchers find cybersecurity flaws in baby monitors, web cameras
Ben-Gurion University team was able to blast music through a baby monitor, turn off a thermostat and turn on a camera remotely
Books | Books
Five brilliant bedtime books that fathers will love reading to their children
Jay Jay Burridge is a former BBC children’s TV presenter and the author of The World of Supersaurs, a six-book series.
Family & Parenting | Kids
How to Help Your Kids Overcome Anxiety
Whether your kid is scared of monsters or fearful of going to preschool, here's how to help your kid overcome his/her anxieties and fears.
Family & Parenting | Kids
How To Organize LEGO
One genius way is Swoop Bags - a simple toy storage bag that contains the LEGO mess while kids play around the bag. Kids love to play with toys, but when it comes time to cleanup that can be another story.
Family & Parenting | Kids
The Best LEGO Storage Ideas
There's a place for every brick. Here are 11 cool and super functional ways to organize and store your master builder's LEGO.
Family & Parenting | Kids
50 Best Children’s Museums in U.S.
The best children's museums in the country feature interactive exhibits where kids want to linger, playing is encouraged, and learning is a part of the fun.
Science & Technology | Technology
Apple will address kids’ iPhone addiction with enhanced iOS parental controls
Apple has a response of sorts to activist shareholders concerned about kids' addiction to iPhones: Enhanced parental controls are coming to iOS.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Things Parents Used to Say That Would Shock Millennial Parents Today
Parents used to threaten kids with spankings, tell them to stop crying, and send them to bed without dinner. Here are a few more things today's helicopter parents would be shocked to learn people used to say to their children.
News | News
The embryo that is just a year younger than the mother who birthed her - CNN
The longest-cryopreserved human embryo to result in a successful birth was conceived and frozen in 1992 and born last month.
Miscellaneous | Other Kinds of Whatnot
Gifts Your Parents Would Never Buy the Ten-Year-Old You
Every kid knows the best way to get almost every item on your Christmas list is to include one outlandish, obscenely-expensive item your parents will never go for. Out of guilt, they’ll happily deliver everything else on your list. But you’re an adult
Food & Drink | Bars/Restaurants/Venues
Where to Find the Best Pizza in LA
These 14 perfect pizza places please every palate in the family.
Family & Parenting | Kids
15 Dazzling Holiday Trains to Take Before They Grow Up
For all who truly believe, we’ve rounded up the best North Pole and Santa-packed train rides across the country.
Family & Parenting | Kids
The Best Bookstores for Kids in the U.S.
Here are the top 50 bookstores for kids in the country.
Family & Parenting | Kids
19 Amazing Outdoor Playhouses for Kids
These awesome playhouses may make you want to swap digs with the kids.
Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help!
How to Work from Home When You Have Kids
It takes more than a home office.
Politics | PC Culture
Preschoolers Can Now Go To Transgender 'Rainbow Day Camp' | The Daily Caller
A transgender day camp for kids ages four through twelve in California is boasting triple enrollment since its founding three years ago, reported the Associated
Family & Parenting | Kids
The NEW LEGO House Is Coming Soon
We’ve got the scoop on this amazing LEGO experience that should officially go on your bucket list now. Read on for the details.
Science & Technology | Technology
The Algorithm That Makes Preschoolers Obsessed With YouTube Kids - The Atlantic
Surprise eggs and slime are at the center of an online realm that’s changing the way the experts think about human development.
Advice & Self-Help | Education
How to save money on college: 3 clever ways Gen Z is managing high tuition and other costs
Monstrous student debt? No way. Teens are disrupting the old way of thinking about education.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Coolest Kid Friendly Water Slides Across the Country
Do your kids love water parks? With summer here, plan a family vacation to one of these incredible water parks across the country.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Out-of-the-Box Care Packages to Send to Your Kiddos at Camp - PureWow
Sleepaway camp just wouldn’t be complete without receiving a care package or two. And why not use this opportunity to get creative?
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
New app alerts parents when children are cyberbullied - Business & Innovation - Jerusalem Post
Developed by Israelis, the Keepers app lets parents know when their children are being cyberbullied.
Advice & Self-Help | Advice
A Plan For Raising Brilliant Kids, According To Science : NPR Ed : NPR
A developmental framework for building 21st century skills — no technology or money required.
Advice & Self-Help | Parenting
How to Get Kids to Listen | PragerU
Why is it so hard for so many parents and teachers to get kids to do as they are told? Because too many adults have followed some very bad advice. Family psychologist John Rosemond offers some useful tips on how to get the little barbarians to listen.
Family & Parenting | Kids
National Summer Programs for Families
During the summer, finding challenging and exciting activities to keep kids busy can be harder than completing in American Ninja Warrior.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Community Pools for Los Angeles Families
When your backyard splash pool just doesn’t cut it anymore, check out these clean, local, convenient LA Community pools to take a plunge.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
6 Parenting 'Fails' That Are Actually Wins | Parents
Good news: A "fail" on your part may actually lead to a great learning experience for your child.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Bob Ross was the inspiration behind this couple's hilarious pregnancy announcement
Beyoncé might have given us the best pregnancy announcement of 2017, but this couple comes in pretty close with a tribute to everyone's favorite public television painter: Bob Ross.
Business & Finance | Careers & The Workplace
5 Millennial Jobs That Parents Just Don’t Understand
What on earth is a social media influencer, anyway?
Psychology | Psychology
If someone calls you the wrong name, it's a really good sign
The research also suggests we love dogs more than cats
Family & Parenting | Parenting
The collapse of parenting: Why it’s time for parents to grow up
If anyone can be called the boss in a world of modern, anti-hierarchical parenting, it’s the children.
Miscellaneous | Interesting & Helpful Information
INFOGRAPHIC: The Science of Happy Families
Just because you're an adult now doesn't mean your relationships with Mom, Dad, and your siblings have gotten any less complex. There's fascinating research on our adult relationships, and we share it all, here.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
15 Reasons To Love Middle Children
They usually have it the toughest, but this only makes them more lovable creatures
Family & Parenting | Kids
New Screen Time Recommendations for Babies, Kids, and Teens Released
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents about appropriate screen time amounts from infant to age 18.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Former anti-vaxxer felt ‘really guilty’ after her family contracted a deadly disease
“It was awful and it didn’t have to happen because I could have had them vaccinated. I felt guilty, I felt really guilty,” Kristen O’Meara said about her three children catching rotavirus.
Visual Arts | Photography
10 Tips For Photographing Your Children
You don't have to be a professional to be photographing high-quality images of your favorite subjects.
Science & Technology | Technology
Top Tech Gadgets for Back-to-School and College - NBC News
As the long summer days come to an end, here are some top tech gadgets, from laptops to USB cables, to help make sure the school year is a success.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Closing the Bank of Mom and Dad
The phone rings and you cringe. Your adult child probably isn’t calling just to say hello. He or she needs money again.
Miscellaneous | Interesting & Helpful Information
The Remembrance of Things Past: How #Memory Works
How much do you remember from your childhood? Why is it that some very specific memories are so clear and fresh and that so much is forgotten?
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Breast milk is best and free, so why is it a luxury for American moms?
In an immaculate mid-century spread nestled in the canyons of Beverly Hills, a Hollywood actress plucks her sleepy infant daughter from the co-sleeper bassinet attached to her bed and settles in for a cozy breastfeeding session. Soon, the child’s live-i
Family & Parenting | Parenting
20+ Reasons Why Kids Can’t Be Left Alone With Their Dads
As Spiderman's Uncle Ben once famously said, "with great power comes great responsibility," and few responsibilities are greater than that of being a father.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
5 Phrases to Avoid Saying to An Anxious Child (and 5 Alternatives)
This infographic tells a story about how parents-with great love and affection-try to help their anxious children. It also tells a silent tale about what...
News | Interesting Stuff
Want to Raise Really Smart Kids? Science Says Do This
If you've ever wondered what the real secret is for raising smarter children, there's something you can do about that.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
A Bike Specially Designed For Families On the Go | Mental Floss
The bike features a carriage in the front that transforms to suit your needs.
Family & Parenting | Parenting Humor
Parenting: Are We Getting a Raw Deal?
Summer 1974. I’m 9 years old. By 7:30 am, I’m up and out of the house, or if it’s Saturday I’m up and doing exactly what my father, Big Jerry, has told me to do. Might be raking, mowing…
Advice & Self-Help | Psychology & Relationships
5 Things a Loving Parent Never Says
... and why it's worth the effort always to stay on the high road.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Netflix to stream fake New Year's Eve countdowns so you can put the kids to bed early
We know. You want your kids to be able to experience a real New Year's Eve countdown. However, you also don't want them running around until the wee hours. It's a bit of a conundrum.
Miscellaneous | Other Kinds of Whatnot
Dad accidentally films his entire Vegas vacation in selfie mode
A man on his vacation in Las Vegas accidentally films the entire trip in selfie-mode. Of course, his son posted the whole video on YouTube.
Sports | Surfing/Skating/SUPing
Longboard Stroller Will Secure Your "Cool Dad" Status | Mental Floss
Stroller company Quinny is looking to put a new spin on the boring old stroller. Their latest model, dubbed the Longboardstroller, is exactly what it sounds like: a Frankenstein hybrid of a stroller and a longboard.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
One Dad Hacked Ikea To Make The Ultimate Kids' Bed On The Cheap
Savvy dad Eric Strong didn't want to spend thousands on a new bed for his young son, who had outgrown a regular crib. Promising his son "the coolest bed ever," Strong came up with an epic Ikea hack that resulted in the ultimate kids' bed: a lofted mattress, a ball-and-pulley play system, a secret chamber with a lookout window, and one seriously sneaky trap door escape
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
8 Tips for Beating a Claw Machine | Mental Floss
Unless you’re small enough to climb inside, grabbing a prize out a claw machine can be pretty tough. But Daily Beast entertainment reporter Jen Yamato and film critic Kim Morgan are very, very good at it.
Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting
Scientists Discover Children’s Cells Living in Mothers’ Brains - Scientific American
The connection between mother and child is ever deeper than thought
Health & Fitness | Family Coach Training
Suicide-risk behaviour patterns identified - study - BBC News
Depressed people who display
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Funniest Parenting Tweets: What Moms And Dads Said On Twitter This Week
Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious 140-character quips from moms and dads to spread the joy.
Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting
Screen Addiction Is Taking a Toll on Children - The New York Times
American youths are plugged in and tuned out of the real world for many more hours of the day than experts consider healthy for normal development.
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
Meet Mifold, The Tiny Grab-And-Go Booster Seat That Fits Into Any Bag
The mifold booster seat simplifies carpooling without compromising safety. It's flat, portable and much smaller than traditional booster seats.
Advice & Self-Help | Life and Family Coaching
Understanding Positive Psychology and Coaching
Positive Psychology and Coaching
Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting
7 Questions To Ask Your Parents Before They Die
Much has been written about living wills and medical directives, yet there is a huge gap in our knowledge about other things that involve our parents and other elderly relatives -- knowledge that is important
Home Improvement | In the Garden
30 places every California kid should see before growing up - The Mommy Files
While trips to Hawaii and Europe are grand, many families can’t afford lavish holidays and will be looking for places to visit closer to home. Our own Golden State is filled with fabulous destinations and attractions, and so I’ve put together a list of 30 places every California kid should visit before growing up.
Psychology | Parenting and Kids
The Proven Way to Build #Resilience
Adolescence and childhood can be fraught with social adversity. Relationships are tested, sometimes lost and then there is the challenge of making new ones. Being seen in a positive light socially often trumps other challenges as the most critical to mast
Advice & Self-Help | Advice
Why You Shouldn't Call Kids 'Smart' - The Atlantic
People are born with some innate cognitive differences, but those differences are eclipsed by early achievement, Boaler argues. When people perform well (academically or otherwise) at early ages and are labeled smart or gifted, they become less likely to challenge themselves.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
Four-year-old girl giggles as her father performs loop-the-loops in small plane | Daily Mail Online
As she holds on to the handrails, father Raphael Langumier from Canada begins to do some loops in the skies above. Far from being scared, daughter Leá bursts into fits of giggles.
Psychology | Health & Wellbeing
Got Water? Most Kids, Teens Don't Drink Enough
More than half the young people in a recent study were at least mildly dehydrated — maybe enough to affect energy and concentration. Roughly 25 percent said they never drink water.
Family & Parenting | Parenting
11 Lessons Learned in My 11 Years of Fatherhood | Justin Ricklefs
As I've fumbled, stumbled and made mistakes these last 11 years as a dad, I'm continually reminded to keep loving my children. Love protects. It provides. It gives hope. It encourages. It forgives. It keeps moving forward. It puts one foot in front of the
