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A Conversation with Dr. Mona: Vaccines, Precocious Puberty

As parents, there are fewer things we are more focused on than the health of our kids. But knowing what is best or getting access to solid, science-driven advice can be tough. Social media can make that even harder, with lots of misinformation floating around. That’s...

10 Sweet Classroom Valentine’s That Aren’t Candy

  Whether your school doesn’t allow candy or you’re just trying to give fellow parents a break from policing party treats, we love a good non-candy valentine’s option. Below, we’ve rounded up 10 for kids of all ages that aren’t candy. Order them early to be...

Mom Friends: What You Want (and What You Don’t)

Ashley Tisdale French recently shared an essay with The Cut, “Breaking Up with My Toxic Mom Group”. The “High School Musical” star’s story has been widely shared in the news and on social media, in part because her group was seemingly pretty A-list, with...

Healthy Sports Parents: Podcast Dad Talks Reality, Resilience

If you have a kid in sports or played sports growing up, you know that youth sports can be an amazing part of childhood. Sports are not only fun, but can teach so much about grit and teamwork. Plus, they help kids build healthy habits to last a lifetime. On the flip...

Dry January! A Chance to Rethink Mommy Wine Culture?

Anyone else kind of love Dry January—or at least enjoying the perks, from better sleep to glowing skin? Mommy Wine Culture—the idea that motherhood is hard and wine takes the edge off—has become pretty prevalent. And while both of these things are true, we all know...

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