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A new parent’s ultimate guide to social media
Is it safe to post pictures of baby? What's okay to share and what's TMI?
Parenting
How to talk about war and other difficult topics with your children: An age-by-age guide
For 2-year-olds to teenagers.
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How to raise an optimistic child in a pessimistic world
While the news is hard right now, you've got all the tools you need to make the world a better place.
Parenting
9 reasons to read aloud to older kids, mama
Research shows that continued reading aloud after age 5 (and well beyond) improves reading and listening skills and academic performance.
Child
9 must-have apps for kids on the autism spectrum
Technology has the power to unlock learning for kids of all ages and stages.
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5 tips for your kid’s first trip to the movies
How to make the first venture to the theater a success.
What To Watch
These are the 7 movies your kids are going to beg to watch this winter
Time to go to the movies!
Children's Health
6 tips for talking to kids about sexual harassment—before they even know about sex
4. Be truthful but don't over-explain.
What To Read
11 practical tips to pick books for your advanced reader
The key is finding a book or series that's engaging, well-matched to your kid's literacy skills, and on target with their emotional development.
Teen Activities
5 ways to manage screen time for your middle schooler
Students who were usually on task and high-performing were nodding off and "forgetting" to do their homework.
Parenting
5 features parents should know about Apple iOS 12’s parental controls
There's a new one called Downtime you might want to check out.