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It may seem inevitable to some parents that their teen will try alcohol at some point, and some families might…
So many kids of this generation have experienced lockdown drills as a routine part of going to school, much like…
Has your child ever felt lonely or left out? Whether it’s a little kid who can’t find a playmate on…
Parents who spend any time on social media have probably already seen plenty of content about “stranger danger” and trafficking.…
Would you know what to say if your child asks what transgender means or they overhear transphobic remarks? It’s likely…
Have all your kids’ Halloween costumes been… appropriate? Some of the costumes we wore as kids can be seen as…
Whether you’re of Latin American or Spanish descent or not, you may have run into some confusion or debate surrounding…
As early as preschool, kids’ schools routinely hold intruder, active shooter, or lockdown drills. If you’re a parent, hearing about…
A lot of parents might feel like deer in headlights when certain topics come up — especially things you were…
As more and more states have begun to legalize medical and/or recreational cannabis, teens have more access to the drug…
It’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and amidst all of the community joy and reflection, some kids just might ask — or…
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When kids lie, it can be upsetting and confusing for parents—but before you jump to conclusions about your child being…
Gun violence in schools is a tragic reality facing today’s families. The seemingly never-ending cycle of school shootings, followed by…
Adding a new little sibling to the family can be a very exciting — and VERY challenging — time for…
“What’s reverse racism?” “Is reverse racism real?” “Can something be racist against white people?” Has your kid ever put you…
The synthetic opioid fentanyl is unfortunately an essential topic that tweens and teens need to know about to protect themselves…
Lunar New Year, also sometimes known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, is a 2-week celebration that celebrates luck,…
What do you do when kids accidentally (or not-so-accidentally) say a curse word or an offensive term? Or if they…
As we approach Thanksgiving, kids at school may still be learning the “friendly Pilgrims and Native Americans” version of the…
Families of color aren’t the only ones who should be having “the talk” about race and racism with their kids.…
Lots of folks get the day off of work or school for Labor Day — but do many of us…
Juneteenth is the annual celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. President Biden approved legislation to make…
How much do you really know about the warning signs of and reasons behind self-harm? It might seem like it…
Everyone learns about World War II in school, but do you and your kids know much about the internment camps…
When kids test our patience, they’re basically doing their job as kids. They’re usually either asserting their independence, or they’re…
When you’re dating as a parent, it can be tricky to know the right time for a new partner to…
Vaping has become widespread among teens and tweens over the past decade, with about 20 percent of high schoolers and…
As parents, we spend a lot of time telling our kids what not to do, in hopes of keeping them…
The concepts of fairness and unfairness are a big deal to kids. So when something like Black History Month comes…
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Black history should be absolutely central to our understanding of this country and how it was built, but for too…
Does your child ever say things like “No one loves me” when they’re feeling down or frustrated? You’re not alone!…
Have you ever felt uneasy about one of your child’s friends or group of friends—or how your child acts around…
As much as it benefits all of us and makes our lives easier, the internet can also be a very…
Martin Luther King Jr. isn’t just about peace and harmony and dreams. Yes, he believed in the power of nonviolence,…
Lies might seem pretty clear cut—either your child is telling the truth, or they aren’t. But it can actually be…
Most Americans have heard of Kwanzaa, but might not be all that familiar with the traditions and history of the…
Talking to kids about drugs, substance misuse, and addiction has always been important, but maybe now more than ever. New…
With Hanukkah coming up, families have a perfect opportunity to teach kids more about the eight-day festival of lights. Jewish…
As parents, we’ve all heard the dramatic cries of “It’s not fair!” or “That’s so unfair!” And we’ll often respond…
Reproductive freedom might not have been on your radar as a priority to discuss with your tween or teen. But…
Celebrated between September 15 and October 15 every year, Hispanic Heritage Month provides an opportunity for Americans to celebrate the…
Talking to your child about sex is not exactly the stuff every parent looks forward to, but it’s one of…
There are certain phrases that just about every parent uses at some point. Even if you always swore to yourself…
Most parents want their kids to work hard and try their best at whatever they do. But is there ever…
A new school year is ramping up just as COVID-19 cases are starting to surge again across the country. New…
News flash: The idea of “consent” doesn’t only apply to sex and dating. On a more basic level, consent is…
Every parent wishes their child came with an instruction manual, or at least a kid-to-parent dictionary. That way, maybe we…
Body image issues can start showing up in kids as young as three years old. While that may sound young,…
Kids have a natural instinct to help and care for others—but we also need to encourage this compassion and help…
Kids of all ages can experience grief after a death or another kind of loss, but their grief might not…
Telling your kids that you and your partner are splitting up is one of the hardest conversations you may ever…
Millions of children live with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. These kids may exhibit symptoms such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity,…
We all have moments when parenthood feels like it’s filled with frustrations. At some point, it’s normal to snap—no parent…
Juneteenth is the annual celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. This week, Congress passed legislation to…
Seeing or hearing sexism in action can have lasting consequences for kids, especially girls who may start placing more emphasis…
If you visit a grammar school classroom today, you’re likely to see at least one child on the autism spectrum.…
There are at least 18.9 million Asian Americans living in the U.S. But have you stopped to think about what…
The word “feminist” gets thrown around a lot, but do you really understand what it means to be one? And…
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Put simply, feminism is about seeing women as equals—and that’s something we all want to instill in our kids. If…
You and your family may have heard about reparations in the context of the larger conversation on racial justice, or…
You’ve probably heard someone say “I don’t see skin color” or “I don’t see race.” While that sentiment—sometimes referred to…
The ongoing pandemic is taking a toll on children’s mental health. Kids are suffering from anxiety and fear about the…
Given the 1.6.21 attack on the U.S. Capitol and the ongoing pandemic, the presidential inauguration on January 20th is going…
One of our biggest jobs as parents is to encourage our kids as they learn to navigate the world. Yes,…
In the midst of Zoom meetings and homeschooling, many parents felt angry, worried, or scared about the violence that erupted…
“Equity” and “equality” might sound the same, but the ideas are actually very different. As we do the work of…
Native American Heritage month is a great opportunity for families to celebrate the contributions of indigenous people to our country.…
Kids are naturally curious about how things work (not to mention, most of them have a mild obsession with the…
Whether your kids identify as LGBTQ or not—and whether they have family, friends, or classmates who do, or if they’ve…
Most of us learn about Christopher Columbus in school, and some of us even enjoy a day off from work…
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