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A 3-year-old girl saw Santa eating alone. So she joined himThe Henderson, Ky., toddler was concerned Santa had no one to talk with during breakfast at a Bob Evans restaurant.
How to shift holiday traditions when two kids at home becomes oneA family learns to shift holiday traditions as one kid takes her leave for school. While parents look forward to ending sibling sparring over the holidays, sometimes absence can make the heart grow fonder.
Homeless Children in US: A parent-to-parent approach to help kidsA new report tries to capture the number of homeless children in the US. While the numbers could fluctuate for a number of reasons, the opportunity for parents to connect directly with other parents in need remains a constant source of hope.
Arkansas governor to pardon son: A precedent for forgiveness?Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe is being accused of playing favorites by pardoning his son for a 2003 felony drug conviction. But understanding what is lost for non-violent offenders could help illustrate the importance of forgiveness.
Parental obscenities continue in Adam Mansbach's latest titleAdam Mansbach captured the hearts of frustrated parents In 2011 with his book including the f-bomb in the title. Mr. Mansbach is back to entertaining parents with a new title targeting mealtime.
How twin girls, separated at birth, were reunited on FacebookIt started with a YouTube video. The resemblance was uncanny. Through Facebook, Twitter, and Skype, the two women grew their bonds of sisterhood.
School holiday debate: No child, but some issues, should be left behindA Maryland school district strips the names of religious holidays from its school calendars. As a debate ensues, one mom wonders, are there bigger issues in schools that might deserve a little more parental involvement?
Mom, why is the 'MythBusters' guy working for McDonald's now?Former "MythBusters" cast member Grant Imahara is now appearing in McDonald's commercials explaining 'pink slime.' How do I explain that to my 10-year-old son?
Family travel memories overlap into everyday bondingA silly animal spotting game brings a family together as they explore a new country across the globe. More importantly, the memories of that game keep the family close long after they return home.
National Stroller Running Day celebrates on-the-go fitness with kidsThere is a population of vehicles growing on the roads – parents running with strollers – as more parents realize that some of the best workouts can be with tots in tow.
Utah dad foils kidnapping of his 5-year old daughterA Utah father awoke to hear his 5-year-old daughter being kidnapped by a would-be burglar. The man was arrested breaking into another house in the neighborhood.
Sushi for Thanksgiving? The importance of making your own holiday traditions.As the commercial presence for the holidays creeps earlier each year, some might be tempted to write off the holidays altogether. Instead, families should take the opportunity to develop their own, unique holiday traditions.
GoldieBlox action figure: How it might be too much of the same old dollGoldieBlox released a new video promoting the launch of an action figure to interact with its construction sets. Some say the figure's design seems a little too predictable, and not enough to break the mold.
How to raise a son who is a feministGender equality is a top issue for many parents today, but how does a parent take action to encourage a son to understand, embrace, and support women's rights? One mom creates her own list.
Home Economics evolves to teach foodie tricks alongside basicsHome Economics, as it has been known, is shifting to keep up with foodie and maker movement trends and their influence on teens today. Once the way to teach kitchen basics, it has evolved to teach more nuanced skills in food and beyond.
Kids in school? Why now might be the time to stay home.Some parents may think the start of their kids' school career might be the right time to go back to work. But new research shows that having a parent home for school-age kids can produce tangible benefits.
Cookie business gets sweet surprises when employees bring parents to workLinkedIn is sponsoring 'Bring in Your Parents' day on November 6. For one executive, inviting his own parents and the parents of his employees to the office everyday has proven to be invaluable in running a modern business.
Pursuing the dream of writing a novel while chasing kidsOne writer, a mother of two, wonders if her creative endeavors can fit around raising young children, as she trades working outside the home for a cramped home office.
#AlexFromTarget: How young adults turn a clerk into a sensationTeens seem to understand best what turns images into internet sensations. As one mom grapples with the logic of how a Target clerk image has spread like wildfire, her young sons help explain: there is no logic involved.
Beyond peek-a-boo: Mastering more complex parenting lessons, like teaching empathyParents fuss over every detail of early childhood, but as kids grow older, how can teachable moments evolve to cover more complex lessons such as teaching empathy?
