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Slow looking is the practice of observing detail over time to move beyond a first impression and create a more immersive experience with a text, an idea, a piece of art, or any other kind of object. https://t.co/L9OtUW4cZM

Once kids can safely navigate roadways, can they ride independently to school, or to a friend’s house? Is there a recommended age for this? How is a parent to decide? Here's some help. When are your kids ready to ride bikes independently: https://t.co/e8ltfwUSDY https://t.co/hU4cEqJpX2

Being online is an integral part of teenage life, but like life offline, it can have it's ups and downs. Fostering positive self-esteem online can help your child navigate some of the challenges they may face, and these Talking Points can help #parents to start the chat. ⤵️

Does anyone else use a Roomba as a babysitter?

My 10 month old loves crawling after our Roomba and harassing the poor thing. He's been at it for a good 30 minutes now while my wife and I enjoy a few glasses of wine.

One Day, My Son, All Fathers Go from ‘Daddy’ to Just ‘Dad’ https://t.co/HQiB7VYacz by @NielInRealLife of @NYCDadsGroup #dadlife #citydads #parenting

Funding mental health with open eyes https://t.co/qGNkUrG0bJ #anxiety

“If kids cannot connect to what they are learning and the people that are around them, they are far less likely to be motivated to actually engage and learn." https://t.co/TyBTyBxPBL

is it okay to let a baby sleep on their belly?

Im babysitting and i was wondering if its fine to let a baby sleep on their belly? Hes 2 months old and is sleeping on my chest, and im sure i would know if something was wrong but i just wanna make sure. Thanks!

The best family activities, in my opinion, involve nature & spontaneous learning https://t.co/WX15L9sn9Z https://t.co/evVWbZ0Lwl

Never me! https://t.co/klEOBgw4kz

Early pregnancy symptoms: The early signs of pregnancy to know: https://t.co/17bcXm54lW

Are you over scheduling your child? Unstructured play is so important for a child's #playmatters #childhood https://t.co/lPQnMuwhpb

School + nature = forest schools https://t.co/MwOYcltlZC https://t.co/d4fWAoLMMg

Can my kids be around non-vaccinated kids?

Hi All, We are first time parents, and expecting twins in June. I’m curious about what the recommendations are for vaccinated children being around other non-vaccinated children. Given covid, we are not seeing people any how, but at some point things will return to normal or whatever the new normal will be. I have some friends who are choosing not to vaccinate their children or using an “alternative” vaccine schedule. While I have no control over their choices, I do have control over who gets to be around my kids. Looking for information and studies around this! Thank you.

Parents of adult children, how have you dealt with watching them make “mistakes” in life?

20 year old daughter announced she is dropping out of college so she can move in with her High School boyfriend...who is in College in another state. “Mistakes “ is in quotes, because I understand it’s not my life and she needs to find her own way, it just hurts watching her make the sacrifices of her future goals and not him, because they can’t be away from each other. I want to support her, but it’s tough when I don’t agree with what she is doing and I think she might get hurt. Not trying to stop her, because I know it’s not my place. Do I just shut up and let it be?