Parents

Healthy, Budget-Friendly Menu Options for Kids

Women & Co | Posted 05.30.2012

Women & Co

What resources do you use to make healthy, budget-friendly choices?

No More Reading Wars! Getting Ahead of the Transition From Print to Digital Books

Michael Levine | Posted 05.29.2012

Michael Levine

When it comes to learning to read well, our country seems to be in a never-ending cycle of conflict and consternation. Enter the fray a new disruption: the transition from print to digital books.

My Body Is Doing What? Oh, Hell No!

Karith Foster | Posted 05.29.2012

Karith Foster

Pregnancy is like stand-up comedy. When you watch people do it on TV it looks easy, every now and again it looks painful, but there's always some part of you that's thinking: Psh! I could do that.

The Importance of Making Memories With Our Children

Bruce Reyes-Chow | Posted 05.24.2012

Bruce Reyes-Chow

One of the reasons that I am so committed to my community -- church, family, school, etc. -- is because I don't believe we can move forward in heal...

Commemorating National Foster Care Month

Rep. Karen Bass | Posted 05.24.2012

Rep. Karen Bass

The health and happiness of foster children is in our hands, and together, with assistance from our communities, we can provide the same care that we give to our loved ones.

One Surprising, Over-the-Top College Admissions Essay: The Fun, Lighter Side of Getting Onto College

Marjorie Hansen Shaevitz | Posted 05.22.2012

Marjorie Hansen Shaevitz

If you write about something you care about and dare to be yourself, or perhaps use a bit of irony or "tongue in cheek," you might just end up having a good time.

Growing Pains From the Sidelines

Janell Burley Hofmann | Posted 05.22.2012

Janell Burley Hofmann

The humbling tumble from the world of boyhood to confused, chaotic adolescence is upon us. And I am sick over it.

Thoughts on a Mother's Life -- and Death

Gigi Levangie Grazer | Posted 05.21.2012

Gigi Levangie Grazer

I want to say this to women, especially to mothers who've lost themselves, gone through a bad marriage, a bad divorce and are worried about being an imperfect parent...

'Why Should I Be Happy About Being A Grandmother?!'

Vivian Diller, Ph.D. | Posted 05.21.2012

Vivian Diller, Ph.D.

Today, for millions of women who are reaching that stage of life, is about more than just vanity. It raises other complicated feelings less common among women from previous generations. For better or for worse, grandmas are just not what they used to be.

3 Things I Wish They Had When I Was A Kid

Hilary Sheinbaum | Posted 05.21.2012

Hilary Sheinbaum

"I'm not pregnant," I explained throughout the day, as vendors at the New York Baby Show glanced toward my mid-section, searching intently for a baby bump.

What You NEVER Expect When You're Expecting

Karith Foster | Posted 05.24.2012

Karith Foster

There aren't enough websites or cute movies out there to have prepared me for some of this.

7 Things Teachers Should Know About Mommy Homework

Ann Brenoff | Posted 05.18.2012

Ann Brenoff

There is much debate about the merits and volume of homework imposed on our kids. But there's one big component that has been notably absent from the ...

Have You Heard About Hand-Me-Ups?

Tina Wells | Posted 05.17.2012

Tina Wells

It is no surprise that our tech-driven Millennials are intent on getting their hands on the most up-to-date pieces of technology. But then you might wonder what happens to the other pair of headphones and the other laptop?

CPR, Take The Refresher!

Anjali Varma | Posted 05.17.2012

Anjali Varma

If you have a child older than 2-years-old and haven't taken a CPR class since the birth of your child, you may be unaware that in the last two years, the CPR guidelines have changed. I

15 (Kinda Sorta) Truths About Dinner

Jenny Rosenstrach | Posted 05.17.2012

Jenny Rosenstrach

Dinner will taste twice as good when it's eaten outside. Four times as good when eaten in an outdoor space surrounded by white string lights and with a view of any body of water.

WATCH: Jimmy Kimmel Reveals Why Some Baby Names Are So Popular

Posted 05.17.2012

The Social Security Administration recently unveiled the most popular baby names of 2011, and late night television host Jimmy Kimmel has some specula...

What Primates Teach Us About 'Extreme' Breast-Feeding

| Eric Michael Johnson | Posted 05.16.2012

My son will be three-years-old next month and is still breastfeeding. In other words, he is a typical primate. However, when I tell most people about ...

Activists Targeting U.S. Schools, Backed By Big Bucks

Reuters | Posted 05.16.2012

By Stephanie Simon May 15 (Reuters) - During her tumultuous three years at the head of the Washington D.C. public schools, Michelle Rh...

Mother's Day: Tears and Triumphs

Gretchen Burns Bergman | Posted 05.14.2012

Gretchen Burns Bergman

For most women, Mother's Day is a time to honor and celebrate motherhood. For countless other women, it also marks a day of grieving and loss.

Too Much Student Debt? Blame Your Parents

Rick Newman | Posted 05.14.2012

Rick Newman

Education is an important asset that's valuable at the right price, but not at any price.

Saying 'So Long' to Your Senior

Leslie King, LCSW | Posted 05.15.2012

Leslie King, LCSW

What can a parent do when the last, precious moments of many busy years of effort and work seem to suddenly culminate in caps and gowns?

Parenting, The Most Important Job You'll Ever Have

Chris Cuthbert | Posted 05.17.2012

Chris Cuthbert

Assuming all parents will naturally be able to nurture their babies is misguided, and it means we aren't giving parents the support they want and need. This must change.

A New Take on Mother's Day

Marcia G. Yerman | Posted 05.12.2012

Marcia G. Yerman

Whenever mothers allow themselves to be touched by the plight of other mothers' children, their perspective expands. From Liberia to Ireland to the Middle East, mothers have come together to bridge the chasm of differences.

Parents Say The Darndest Things!

The Black Sheep Online | Posted 05.11.2012

The Black Sheep Online

By Brendan Bonham Parents--how adorable. Whether they're obsessed with their iProduct du jour or try to chat you up about the latest episode of It's ...

Is the Time Magazine Breastfeeding Cover Over the Line in Terms of Good Taste?

Quora | Posted 05.11.2012

Quora

This question originally appeared on Quora. By Shannon Turlington, Mother This photo is designed to be shocking and (pardon the pun) titillating. ...