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Raising Money-Smart Kids: Simple Lessons That Start at Home

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:01:37 +0000

Becoming a parent means having a ton of conversations with your kids: how to stay safe, how to manage emotions … the list goes on. It can all feel heavy and overwhelming. But one conversation you don’t want to skip? Talking to your kids about money. More important than the specific lessons is simply starting the conversation. Talking about money […]

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AI Diet Plans Are Making Teenagers Go Hungry, Scientists Warn

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:09:16 +0000

Adolescents can be awkwardly self-conscious or even obsessive when it comes to personal appearance, which in some cases can lead to anorexia or body dysmorphia and eating disorders. But teenagers who turn to artificial intelligence for dieting and weight-loss tips are putting themselves at risk of malnutrition, according to Turkey-based researchers whose investigation of five […]

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Ask the Pediatrician: Managing Food Allergies at School

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:12:00 +0000

About 1 in every 10 children and teens in the US has a food allergy, an abnormal immune response to a specific food. That’s roughly two kids per classroom. Food allergies have risen by 50% since the 1990s. With this in mind, the American Academy of Pediatrics advocates for the health of all children who must avoid certain foods […]

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Parents Branded ‘Religious Extremists’ Claim They Lost Custody of 2 Kids Due to Their Beliefs

Sa'iyda Shabazz — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:54:23 +0000

A Romanian couple living in Sweden has spent the last few years fighting for their children after an abuse investigation. Daniel and Bianca Samson claim that because they are religious Christians, they are being targeted for their beliefs. Several years ago, in a fit of preteen angst, their daughter made accusations about her parents that […]

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Texas Teacher Caught Defending Pedophiles in Disturbing Viral Video

Lauren Gordon — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:39:21 +0000

Amber Parker of El Paso, Texas reportedly told students that they should "judge" people who want to have sex with 5-year-olds.

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Schedule Creep Can Take Over When You Have Busy Kids — But Parents Can Just Say ‘No’

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:55:35 +0000

During the summer of 2024, my wife and I packed the kids’ schedules with camps, trips to visit out-of-state family, and sports clinics. To the point that, as the summer wound down, we found ourselves feeling in need of another break before school started. It managed to take some of the fun out of summer […]

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An Angry Mom Alleges That Her Autistic Son’s School Served Him Dog Food for Lunch

Ashley Connell — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:02:19 +0000

When you’re the parent of a child who is on the autism spectrum, you probably feel the urge to consistently step up to the plate for them, especially when it comes to matters at school. You want to ensure that they’re well taken care of and all their needs are getting met, especially if they’re […]

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A Parent’s Guide to Managing Their Child’s Food Noise

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:20:45 +0000

If it sometimes feels as though your child is constantly asking for food, you’re not alone. We all know that children love treats like cookies after school or a fizzy drink at a party, but what happens when those little treats start showing up every day? One cookie turns into three, and somehow, they’re still asking for more? You start to wonder […]

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Instagram to Alert Parents if Their Teens Search for Suicide or Self-Harm Terms

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:32:43 +0000

Instagram, a social media platform popular among young people, said Thursday it will alert parents if their teens repeatedly search for suicide or self harm-related terms. “Our goal is to empower parents to step in if their teen’s searches suggest they may need support,” the company said in a blog post.Parents will receive a notification through […]

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Structure & Space: How Kids — & Parents — Thrive on Both Routine & Freedom

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:52:34 +0000

It’s no mystery to parents that babies and toddlers thrive on structured days, but this basic understanding is backed up by plenty of child-rearing experts. According to Seattle Children’s Hospital, routines and rituals keep kids feeling safe and secure. The same institution notes that this remains true from day one through to the day they […]

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