Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between
7/2/2019
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Today's camps -- both day camps and sleepover camps -- are in a bit of a catch-22 when it comes to sharing updates of the kids' days. Many know that parents want to see evidence, whether it's photos... read more
Today's camps -- both day camps and sleepover camps -- are in a bit of a catch-22 when it comes to sharing updates of the kids' days. Many know that parents want to see evidence, whether it's photos... read more
Every American kid knows about the Super Bowl and the World Series. But the World Cup may be less familiar -- unless you play the so-called "beautiful game," or your family has roots in a soccer-... read more
Before baby, you were a Facebooking, Instagramming, texting fool, sharing everything from your perfect pasta dish to your hella-good manicure. Now, looking at your little bundle of joy, you may be... read more
Smosh, Jenna Marbles, Markiplier -- the names may not mean much to you, but chances are your kids are on a first-name basis. These funny YouTube hosts, with their off-the-cuff commentary, silly... read more
Walk past a supermarket checkout stand and you can't help but see models and celebs in bikinis and slinky outfits plastered across magazine covers. Tween favorites such as Taylor Swift and Beyoncé... read more
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7/1/2019
Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
Who doesn't love family movie night? You bond with your kids, talk about the movie, and, most importantly, have fun. But settling on the right movie -- something that's OK for younger kids but that... read more
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6/19/2019
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
What kind of pizza are you? What does the kind of pet you have say about your personality? Which U.S. city is your perfect fit? Quizzes like these are all over Facebook and other social networks. For... read more
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6/18/2019
Discovering the joys of Harry Potter is a rite of passage for kids today. Since J.K. Rowling released Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone more than 20 years ago, kids have been devouring the books... read more
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6/17/2019
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
So many kids love watching videos on YouTube, it seemed like a slam dunk for Google to create a special app specifically for the online video service's youngest fans. And while YouTube Kids offers a... read more
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6/11/2019
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
If managing your kids' summer schedules is running you ragged, you may want to consider the online option. Apps, websites, and even full-fledged virtual camps offer a wide range of summer learning... read more
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6/10/2019
Senior Editor, Parent Education | Mom of one
Traveling with kids is always an adventure. And anything longer than a trip across town requires some strategic planning to keep kids entertained, civil, and -- ideally -- learning along the way. In... read more
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6/6/2019
Senior Editor, Parent Education | Mom of one
It seems like every time you turn around, there's a new app -- or type of app -- that's popular with tweens and teens. While the old standbys like Snapchat and Instagram are still going strong, there... read more
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6/6/2019
Senior Editor, Parent Education | Mom of one
It's official: Facebook isn't cool. Though some teens still use it, they prefer to use a variety of apps to connect, curate, and capture their lives in different ways. And though household names such... read more
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