Real Conversations

Parenthood

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

by Carrie Howe

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

Parenthood

Happy Mother's Day - With Teenagers?

by ParentCo.

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

Cool little boy in sunglasses sitting in a child seat in the rear of a car

Parenthood

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

by ParentCo.

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

Wellbeing

All the Time We Are Laughing

by ParentCo.

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.

Parenthood

A Mouse in the House

by ParentCo.

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.

two women sitting at table and drinking cofee and smiling

Wellbeing

Science says calling your mom will make you feel better

by ParentCo.

Pregnancy

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

by ParentCo.

mother and son holding hands and posing on

Parenthood

The Parent.co Team Solves Mother's Day

by ParentCo.

Parenthood

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

by ParentCo.

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

top view image of group of houses among the trees

Learning

School Assembly Blames Girls for Distracting Boys From Learning

by ParentCo.

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

Playtime

Gender Neutral Toys on the Rise, Thanks to the Internet

by ParentCo.

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

little baby girl sitting at table and screaming

Parenthood

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

by ParentCo.

Two-minute warnings may work well in sports, but they dont, apparently, work for children.

Wellbeing

Toddlers, Guns, and Tragedy

by ParentCo.

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

female teacher sitting at desk and writing in classroom

Inspiration

This Is How We Can Appreciate Our Teachers Everyday

by Carrie Howe

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

Parenthood

My Kids Have Two Moms To Celebrate On Mothers Day

by ParentCo.

My mother-in-law asked my partner and me what we would be doing on Mothers Day. Our answer: well be mothering on Mothers Day.

little girl pours water from bottle in river

Learning Wellbeing

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

by ParentCo.

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

friends sitting on wooden dock during sunset

Learning

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

by ParentCo.

potato scallion frittata in a pan and white wine

Learning

Kid Made Recipe: Everything You Need to Pull Off An Impressive Mothers Day Brunch

by ParentCo.

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.