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How I navigated school challenges without letting mama bear instinct take over

I never realized how complex it would be, especially because it was/is still hard to send them off each day. 😔

Updated Dec. 20, 2024
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How to prep your kids for safe school bus rides this year

Bus rides can be overwhelming for some kiddos, and especially for those with sensory challenges. An expert shares tips to try.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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Is your kid not eating the lunches you pack? Try these tips

An expert behind Feeding Littles—and the new book, “Feeding Littles Lunches”—shares key reasons and smart ideas to try.

Updated Aug. 27, 2024
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The 3 skills your child needs for a successful school year, according to an education expert

How courage, determination and reflection can help in the classroom—and beyond.

Updated Aug. 15, 2024
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5 simple ways to head back to school sustainably

Have a more sustainable back-to-school season with these tips and tricks that reduce waste, save money, and protect the planet.

Updated Aug. 25, 2023
Former FBI agent mom shares school safety tips on TikTok

Here’s what a former FBI mom says about backpacks with your kid’s name on them

Labeling things with your kid's name where strangers can see? That's a big no.

Updated Aug. 21, 2023
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Families are paying record prices for back-to-school supplies this year

With so many places lacking sales, here are ways to save.

Updated Aug. 14, 2023
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13 routines & activities to prep kids for back-to-school

3. Improve your bedtime and technology routines

Updated Aug. 28, 2023
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These sustainable kids clothes are perfect for back to school

These sustainable kids clothes are perfect for back to school H&M has…

Updated Apr. 08, 2022
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19 first day of school books perfect for calming their first day jitters

Reading books about the first day of school can help easy any anxiety or stress your little one may be feeling about this new adventure.

Updated Aug. 02, 2022

California is the first state to mandate the COVID vaccine for all students

Governor Gavin Newsom issued the mandate for students in both public AND private school.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Is there a shortage on Lunchables and juice boxes? Many parents believe so

School lunch items may be part of the latest supply chain issue.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Dr. Fauci on the timeline for vaccinations for kids under 12 + why pregnant and breastfeeding women should get vaccinated

"We need to get rid of the false impression that it's OK for kids to get infected. It isn't," Dr. Fauci told us in an interview.

Updated Mar. 02, 2022

Jennifer Garner’s heartfelt post about the current school year will make you feel seen

"3/3 masked, 2/3 vaxxed (soon, please, 11 and under), every one eager, tentative, bold, vulnerable and—as far as I can tell—smiling under the 3-ply."

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

Google Kids Space Is The School-Year Tool Parents & Kids Will Love

This article is sponsored by Google. Thank you for supporting the brands…

Updated Mar. 31, 2022
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Everything we know about the Delta variant and kids

Is the Delta variant more dangerous for kids? And other COVID-related questions keeping us up at night.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

15 stylish back-to-school haircuts for kids

Give them back-to-school confidence with a fresh new style.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to handle difficult school drop-offs, according to an expert

Validating feelings, dispelling fears and incorporating secret handshakes (!) can help all involved.

Updated Aug. 08, 2022
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