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'Tiger Mom' needs a bear hug'Tiger Mom' Amy Chua is back to tell parents how to get the job done by making their kids more fiercely competitive. Meanwhile, one 'Kung Fu Panda Mom' bear hugs her kids, knowing control is an illusion.
Handwritten notes: Lifelines of loveHandwritten notes are an expression of love. Even a simple smiley face or the words 'I love you' in ballpoint pen are more than enough.
Anne Lamott offers parents a way forward, one stitch at a timeWhile keeping the big picture in focus can help keep families on a positive trajectory, this blogger lauds Anne Lamott's reminder, 'If you fixate on the big picture, the whole shebang, the overview, you miss the stitching.'
New Year's un-resolutionsA new New Year's resolution: Create some un-resolutions to cut down on the parenting to-do list.
Supervolcano blowing smoke? Young scientist says so.Supervolcano reports in the news are capturing the attention of many parents, but plugged-in kids might find a supervolcano of little surprise after what science fare they find online.
Wounded veterans' new mission: Stopping child predatorsWounded veterans specially trained in computer forensics are working for Immigration and Customs Enforcement field offices. Their mission? Stop child predators.
Online safety starts offlineWhile the recent Snapchat breach has reignited calls for 'external' Internet safetyguards for kids, including monitoring and filtering, guest blogger Anne Collier suggests that focusing on 'internal' safeguards could help prepare kids to handle whatever threats come their way, online or off.
Winter storm Hercules: Herculean effort to help homelessWinter storm Hercules: It takes a Herculean effort from one mom to set an example for her kids and help homeless adults, teens, and families through winter storm Hercules.
Healthcare website lacks mechanism to add new babyHealthcare.gov may be up and running, but individuals expecting a new baby and other major life changes are likely to encounter new hoops to maintain coverage.
Marijuana legalization clouds teen perception of risk, calls for discussionMarijuana legalization: While many Colorado residents rang in the new year by lining up outside newly opened pot dispensaries, parents around the country are facing new challenges in educating teens about the risks of marijuana use.
- How well do you know your family sitcoms?
No matter what you call it, "the telly," "the boob tube," "the idiot box," or simply "the TV," the television has played a major role in American households for over half a century. Through the magic of television, families have had front row seats to moon landings, presidential inaugurations, royal weddings, and Olympic competitions. And thanks to the situation comedy, families have been able to poke a bit of fun at family life through the adventures of TV families.
Over the years, the family sitcom has proven to be the great equalizer and has consistently been able to bring parents and children together to share a brief half hour of laughter. Those fictional families have become part of our cultural heritage, and thanks to the reissuing of sitcoms of decades past on DVD, today's parents can share their favorite childhood programs with their own children. But first, let's see just how well you know your sitcom families.
Puppy bling: Owners take grooming to new heightsPuppy bling: Mohawks and rainbow hair dye aren't just for teens anymore, as an increasing number of dog owners are treating their pooches to whimsical makeovers.
On the road, family-styleTales from the road: The Suhay family meets face-to-face with virtual friends, vistis old haunts, and reconnects with family as they resurrect the lost art of the family road trip.
Questions for parents from 2014 babies Here is a list of select questions that babies born in 2014 will ask their parents as they grow up, courtesy of the Beloit College Mindset Lists.
Is your child's internal clock foiling your bedtime routine?Bedtime antics can stretch parents patience and make for difficult mornings for the whole family, but there may be more behind kids' reluctance to fall asleep than simple stalling, according to a new study.
New Year's Eve: Involve kids in party prepNew Year's Eve: Need to keep kids occupied while preparing for a New Year's Eve party? Get them involved in the right kind of tasks.
Year-round giving: 8 family volunteering opportunities However your family contributes to the community, the experience is bound to bring you, your children, and your neighbors closer together. Here are 8 family-friendly volunteer opportunities.
Teacher home visits pay off in classroomHome Works sends public school teachers into their students’ homes several times annually with the hope the home visits will boost both student academic achievement as well as parental involvement.
Top 10 family stories of 2013 In case you missed them, here's an encore performance of Modern Parenthood's top ten most-viewed stories. Click through to the end for a bonus track with the top 10 editors' picks for 2013.
After Christmas sales: Focusing on real giftsAfter Christmas sales: One family couldn't afford to have a Christmas as big as those in years past. Instead of shopping the after-Christmas sales, they turned off the advertising, focused on being together and sharing laughter as one of the best gifts of all.
