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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Learning

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

by ParentCo.

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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.

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Wellbeing

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

by ParentCo.

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

Wellbeing

Drinking Can Temporarily Improve Happiness but it Doesn't Last

by ParentCo.

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

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Parenthood

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

by ParentCo.

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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Parenthood

Paradise Lost on a 2-Year-Old

by Laura Richards

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

Parenthood

To My Preemie: An Apology

by Rhiannon Giles

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.

Wellbeing

We Need to Talk About Pooping

by ParentCo.

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

Wellbeing

Why Starting Sentences with I Feel like Is a Conversation Killer

by ParentCo.

The phrase "I feel like" is an absolutist trump card. It halts argument in its tracks.

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Wellbeing

Important New Study Reveals Teens Feel Addicted to Their Phones

by ParentCo.

Half of of all teens say they feel addicted to their mobile devices.

Parenthood

Do This One Thing So Your College Student Can Manage Money

by ParentCo.

Knowing how to manage money and stay out of debt can alter the future of any adult - especially those just starting out.

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Wellbeing

Contrary to Popular Belief, Childhood Obesity Rates Are Still Growing

by ParentCo.

The significant decline previously reported ... is not evident in our results, for girls or boys, when using all data from 1999 to 2014.

Parenthood

Study Shows Men Discount the Distress Cries of Female Babies

by ParentCo.

We make gender assumptions about babies almost immediately after they are born.

Learning

Even as More Women Hold High-Status STEM Jobs, Girls Remain Anxious About Math

by ParentCo.

The gap between girls and boys anxiety in math is bigger in more developed and equitable countries.

Wellbeing

For a Healthy Gut Microbiome, Drink Red Wine and Eat Chocolate

by ParentCo.

Some scientists hope to use the microbes that live in our guts to diagnose and treat the diseases that seem to be linked to them.

Wellbeing

Report Shows How Entrepreneurial Moms Are Often Prevented From Reaching Full Economic Potential

by Pam Moore

Many additional challenges exist for mother entrepreneurs, including increased work-family conflict, biases, and lack of mentorship and social capital.

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