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Mom Believes That Son’s 7-Year-Old Classmate Maliciously Broke His Finger — Now She’s Pressing Charges

Sa'iyda Shabazz — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:37:53 +0000

If someone hurt my son, I would absolutely go into full momma bear mode. It’s my job as his mom to keep him as safe as possible and to fight for him when no one else will. So I understand the plight of Jas, a mom on TikTok who is detailing her mission to press […]

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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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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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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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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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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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First-Grade Teacher Refused To Read Book About LGBTQ Family & Says School Threatened To Terminate Him

Colleen Thomas — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:33:16 +0000

A first-grade teacher in Tennessee recently came under fire for a dispute about curriculum. Eric Rivera alleged the administration at Kipp Antioch College Preparatory School in Nashville threatened his job after he refused a January lesson. Rivera claims the school wanted him to read a book to his class about a child with two fathers. […]

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Trying to Explain the World to a Kid When ICE is No Longer Just Ice

Shayne Rodriguez Thompson — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:01:14 +0000

We were stopped at a red light when my daughter leaned forward from the backseat and squinted out the window. “Why are they protesting ice?” she asked. I glanced over. A large group of people stood on the corner holding signs. Cars honked in support. A few drivers rolled down their windows to shout encouragement. It was one of […]

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7-Year-Old Swiped Mom’s GLP-1 Meds Hoping To Cure Stomachache & Nearly Died From Overdose

Colleen Thomas — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:41:26 +0000

There’s no question that GLP-1 medications have helped millions of people struggling to lose weight. Of course, the drugs don’t come without controversy or concern. But many will tell you they’re worth the potential side effects and high price tag. As with any medication, it’s crucial to take only the recommended dose of a GLP-1 […]

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Mom Says DFCS Showed Up & Opened an Investigation Because Her 6-Year-Old Rode His Scooter Alone

Colleen Thomas — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:54:49 +0000

Mallerie Shirley and Christopher Pleasants live in Georgia with their two children. They live in a safe neighborhood where they don’t fear for their own or their child’s safety. Last election day, November 4, 2025, was a beautiful day in Atlanta. Both Shirley and Pleasants were working from home. Their 6-year-old son wanted to ride […]

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