Parents of little ones are always looking for new and creative ways to keep them occupied—especially during moments like waiting…
“I’m bored!” It’s a phrase that parents dread, and yet it’s a phrase that you’ll almost inevitably hear at some…
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Happy Labor Day, from all of us at ParentsTogether! We hope you had a wonderful weekend, and enjoyed some time…
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After one too many pics of my boys where they were blurry, making a kooky face, or had turned their…
It’s Monday, which means it’s time for some new creative Questions 4 Kids! This week, have your kids reflect on…
August is here, which means back to school season is ramping up! Get your kids’ brains back into critical thinking…
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I bet you already have everything you need around the house to set up these six super cool (and EASY)…
It’s hot out there! Keep your kids cool with this awesome indoor activity. Need to kill some more time? Have…
Here are some brand new questions to ask your kids. This week, get them to use their imaginations to dream…
Want some easy ways to expand your preschooler’s vocabulary, spark those reading skills, and improve communication? My boys and I…
I bet you can relate—last week I ran errands with my youngest, who was in a perfectly fine mood…until seemingly…
Do you experience the “witching hour” at your house? I love time with my kiddos so much, but I gotta…
Helping our little ones learn to talk is one of our most important roles as parents—and even though it’s a…
After a busy holiday weekend, it can feel overwhelming to catch back up with work, busy family schedules, and chores.…
July has begun, and Independence Day is just around the corner. Celebrate the holiday with some fireworks, a cookout, sparklers,…
During these long days of summer, it can sometimes feel hard to fill your kids’ days with productive and enriching…
We all know reading with kids is good for their brains, but it’s also good for the heart and soul—an…
This week, your kid can be an author, an economist, and a pizza chef! The only limit is their imagination.…
Have you ever had to power through the day even though you were exhausted? Surviving on little sleep is one…
Summer vacation on the brain? We’ve got some fun Qs this week that will get your kids brainstorming their next…
These days there’s lots of talk about catching early signs of autism in young kids, and even babies. If you…
As parents, we’ve all seen our share of temper tantrums. 😳 Kicking, screaming, writhing on the floor—it’s all a normal…
Getting bedtime to go smoothly and making sure you’re getting enough sleep yourself is a nightly challenge—plus I made a…
When we run errands with our kids, sometimes it feels like such a PROCESS! 😩 From meltdowns at the bank…
Recharging our energy (and patience!) is so important for parents—and yet, WHO HAS THE TIME?!? We’re always so busy handling…
While you’re enjoying the long weekend, and a peaceful and reflective Memorial Day, take some time to connect with your…
As summer approaches, lots of parents are wondering how to keep their kids engaged and keep their minds active during…
Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at ParentsTogether. Whether you have kids, grandkids, or simply nurture those around you,…
Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend! Families come in all shapes and sizes — take a moment to connect…
Starting this week, get your youngest kiddos in on the Questions 4 Kids action! Scroll down for a special version…
When my first kid started daycare, drop-off was SO stressful. He was a clinging, crying mess, and I dragged myself…
As a parent, do you sometimes fall into a habit of automatically snapping or yelling at your kids because you’re…
This past weekend, families across the country celebrated Easter, Passover, or the arrival of springtime! As we return to work…
This week, we take over the radio waves, go on a picnic, and do a little redecorating. Challenge your kids…
For most of us across the country, it was a beautiful Spring weekend! Did your family get to enjoy the…
This week, get your kids thinking about teamwork, design, and creativity! Grab some craft supplies…Monday’s Q is a great opportunity…
Do your kids have spring fever these days? While we’re all anxiously awaiting the arrival of warmer weather, these creative…
I adore my boys, but I have to admit—sometimes parenting pushes me past my limits and I lose my cool.…
March is Women’s History Month! ParentsTogether is celebrating this special month with a week of Women’s History-themed questions. This is…
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As Black History Month comes to a close, we at ParentsTogether wanted to honor this special month with a series…
This week, have your kids do some self-reflection and think about what they’ve learned and experienced recently. Reflecting together can…
Valentine’s Day is this week! This is a time where we pause to express love to those we care about,…
It’s time for some brand new Questions 4 Kids! This week, we reflect on our goals for the future, announce…
It’s time for some new Questions 4 Kids! This week, we explore the animal kingdom, the depths of a volcano,…
Disciplining my kids – especially before age 5 – was about as much fun as a root canal…without pain meds.…
Whether you’re throwing a birthday party soon—or more likely, heading to one next weekend—here’s the scoop on the latest bday…
On Monday, people across the U.S. will celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Many people choose…
Did you get any snow over the weekend? Lots of our families did! When it’s time to come inside from…
As our routines return to normal after the hectic holiday season, don’t forget to pause when you can to reconnect…
Happy New Year! Ring in 2019 with some fun family conversation! This week, we reflect on the past year, invent…
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Kids are like sponges. If we say positive things to them, it makes a big difference in how they feel…
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It’s time for another round of creative Questions 4 Kids! This week, we travel to the top of a snowy…
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Happy Monday! We have some really fun Qs for you this week. Get your kids to brainstorm about books they’ve…
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at ParentsTogether. We hope your holiday is filled with family, friends, and yummy food!…
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This week, we have a special Election Day question for your kids! This is a great opportunity to talk to…
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I think my kids are the most beautiful children on the planet (yours too, I bet!) – but that doesn’t…
Time for some new Questions 4 Kids! This week, we talk about fun stuff like ice cream, the circus, and…
Loving your post-baby body can be easier said than done. A lot of moms are SO hard on themselves when…
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This week, take time to do some reflection with your kids. We’ve got some new questions that will get them…
It’s time for another batch of creative Questions 4 Kids! Take some time this week to reconnect with your family…
One time at a routine doctor visit, a nurse changed my son’s diaper, went to the sink…and washed my BABY’S…
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Happy Fall! What better way to celebrate the changing seasons than with some quality family time? Here are some new…
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As parents, we sometimes find books or articles that make us question the way we parent and try something new.…
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How much sleep do your kids actually need? Age 0 to 3 Your newborn should be getting 14-17 hours of…
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Last weekend, my seven-year old was racing with a friend at the park when the other boy tripped and fell.…
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This week’s questions will have your kids talking about cats electricity and conserving water. We hope you have an awesome…
This week’s questions feature a cursed treasure, talking shoes, and a jungle dance. Hope they lead to great conversations!! …
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This week’s questions will have your kids talking about dragons, the value of money and finding your way without a…
This week’s batch of Questions 4 Kids explores feelings, our greatest accomplishments and the very important question of most humorous…
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Today’s Magic Moment A little preschool friend of mine was so excited to share this game with me last week.…
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Today’s Magic Moment If 2D reading is about reading what’s on the page, 3D reading is all about making the…
Today’s Magic Moment Want more? Pause to let kids complete song lyrics and rhymes. Once they know the pattern, make…
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The Big Idea: Instead of finding fault, focus on finding solutions. This simple shift can make a big difference in…
For some reason, my kids absolutely LOVE this one. You will, too, if you plan ahead and lay some newspaper…
Today’s Magic Moment Pro Tip: Have a plastic bowl handy, too. That way, if your little one is having a…
Today’s Magic Moment Keep it safe tips I first started taking a bath with my baby because I found it…
Today’s Magic Moment Some of the best games with kids are super simple. I like this activity because it takes…
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Today’s Magic Moment Want more? Now put your kiddo in charge. Ask them to be the leader, and you mimic…
Today’s Magic Moment Want more? Can your toddler mimic your silly gestures? Try big movements, as well as little ones…
Today’s Magic Moment Early Talk There were days with my daughter when I felt like I’d been having an extended…
This week, we’re kicking off conversations about trash, sonar, spiders, and new businesses. We really like the bonus question this week,…
Big Kids If you could paint your bedroom walls however you wanted, what would you paint? Little Kids If you…
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Here’s a new batch of Questions 4 Kids for this week. Which have been your favorites? Thanks to Kambria for…
The Big Idea: Night waking is much more common than you might think–but eventually it gets better. Google when kids…
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Big Kids If you could switch bodies with someone in your family for a day, who would you switch with and…
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Big Kids If you had a remote control that programmed humans, what buttons would it have on it? Who would…
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Too often when we’re feeling exhausted or running late, our minds go blank when faced with an empty lunch box. We’ve…
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It’s official. Eclipse fever has arrived. Eclipse glasses are selling out and schools are debating whether to close up shop…
Big Kids If you could switch bodies with someone in your family for a day, who would you switch with and…
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Big Kids Imagine humans built cocoons and transformed, like caterpillars do. What would we look like when we came out? Little…
Big Kids If you had a remote control that programmed humans, what buttons would it have on it? Who would…
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Chances are, your elementary-aged child may be looking forward to summer more that you are. But even with the excitement…
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All of us here at ParentsTogether have kids, and if your family is anything like our families, you and your…
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by Ailen Arreaza Happy snowcalypse. By now, the inside of your house is probably scarier than any natural disaster and…
Ready for some fun floor time? Our little ones love time together on the floor, because it brings us down…
Here at ParentsTogether, we have been moved by the killing of Michael Brown and the ensuing police violence in Ferguson…
by Bethany Robertson This Father’s Day weekend, I can’t help but celebrate the shift over the past few years in…
By Ailen Arreaza Last Friday, I helped lead my son’s kindergarten class while his teacher and teacher assistant took a…