This story was originally published on MindSite News. Jacquesta Michel’s baby shower was supposed to be themed around her favorite Disney movie, The Lion King. Then her blood pressure spiked. Instead of dancing…
In the first episode of our podcast, Power to the Parents, ParentsTogether Executive Director Ailen Arreaza interviews Jessica Craven, an…
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Family acceptance is the number one factor that helps transgender, non-binary, gay, and bisexual young people thrive. So if your…
Did you know a quarter of the world celebrates Ramadan? This major Muslim holiday is underway! Whether your kids have…
Women’s History Month is the perfect time to teach kids about advancements in women’s rights, and the hard work that…
Segregation, white supremacy and racism seem like really big topics to try to discuss with kids. That’s why specific stories…
Sooner or later, nearly every parent will be faced with the age-old question, “Where do babies come from?” Kids are…
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Peer pressure is among every parent’s worst nightmares. But while it might feel like it’s out of your control, there…
This story was originally published on MindSite News. Jacquesta Michel’s baby shower was supposed to be themed around her favorite…
Did you know a quarter of the world celebrates Ramadan? This major Muslim holiday is underway! Whether your kids have…
Health & Science
‘She Made Me Feel Seen and Heard.’ Black Doulas Offer Support That Can Help Mom & Improve Birth Outcomes
This story was originally published on MindSite News. Jacquesta Michel’s baby shower was supposed to be themed around her favorite Disney movie, The Lion King. Then her blood pressure spiked. Instead…
Family, Kids & Relationships
How parents feel about feelings can deeply affect a child’s development
Originally published by The Conversation How our families express feelings, talk about feelings and react to feelings can have ripple effects into the next generation. When someone becomes a parent,…
The older your kids get, the more rules and discipline they can handle. But what does discipline look like for a very young child? Of course, you’ve got to keep…
Did you know a quarter of the world celebrates Ramadan? This major Muslim holiday is underway! Whether your kids have family, friends, or neighbors who celebrate, or you just want…