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There’s no shame in being a hands-on parent. But somewhere between preschool pick-up and middle school lockers, a lot of us forgot to put…
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Is summertime the reset kids need—or an academic setback? Parents and teachers are divided, and it’s easy to see both sides. What Is the…
Is my toddler ready to transition from daycare to kindergarten? From a teacher-mom of two, here’s what to look for and how to prep…
I was in line at the grocery store when my daughter looked at me and, referring to the cashier, asked (loudly) “is that a…
With summer in full swing, many parents are scrambling for ways to keep kids busy without defaulting to screens or breaking the bank. That’s…