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It's time we acknowledge that our education systems are directly contributing to the youth mental health crisis. Here are five bold steps that high schools can take to boost mental health. @drBelleLiang @EdSurge https://t.co/2lkgdgDDif

Are bedtime routines pointless for young babies?

I'm talking about reading a story, giving a bath, singing a song etc in a specific order before putting them to bed at night. We've read a book for our kid since she was born basically and I feel like it's a complete waste of time. I don't doubt that routines are important for toddlers, but is there really evidence of positive effects on babies sleep? I've searched for old posts but couldn't find the answer.

Teething's a frickin mystery

Wow he's drooling a lot! Maybe he's teething? Wow he's really biting me a lot lately! Maybe he's teething? He's been waking up more. I dunno, maybe he's teething? Where these teeth at? Baby better be getting half a dozen.

🔐 It's important to talk to your child about being responsible with what they post and share online. These Talking Points are a helpful way to start the chat ⤵️ #OnlineSafety #Parents

How and how soon has your kid shown his personality/temperament?

I am entering my 9th month of pregnancy and so so curious to meet my little boy. So far he has been super chill in my belly. I wonder if he will also be a calm baby. And when will I notice other personality traits? I just cannot wait!

Were you still attracted to your wife/partner after the baby?

Be honest with me. It's one of my fears; while I intend to do everything I can to drop the baby weight quickly, I know my body will still look way different. And please don't demonize anyone who honestly says "no," because I don't think attraction is a choice... I'm looking for real feedback, even if it's not what I want to hear.

I wish I would’ve done boudoir photos before getting pregnant

Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for loving our postpartum bodies - but I didn’t really *get* the magnitude of the change my body would be going through. I made the mistake of thinking it was all about weight. I’m 8 months pp, back down below my original pre pregnancy weight, but my body is completely different. I wish I would’ve gotten some photos of my pre pregnancy body before I did this, because as much as I’m trying to focus on loving my new body and celebrating that it created life and all that…the pre-baby body is gone now, and it’s never coming back. 🙃

Water Cups...

Probably a dumb question....but how often do you switch out water cups during the day? With bottles it was an hour after baby's mouth touched it and my son just turned 1 so we are giving more water. Do I switch out every hour? Seems like a lot. Using the 360 cups. Thanks!

Sex with pregnant wife is not appealing to me.

Don’t get me wrong, I love my wife and while she is cool with sex during, I am not. Not exactly sure why, it just immediately turns me off. Thoughts?

My daughter school is having a book fair - what should we get for her?

She is turning 6. So many options, and I dont recognize any... The only thing I remember from childhood was Goosebumps - and this book fair dont have any apparently. Can you suggest anything to look for?

As Black boys grow up they are on the receiving end of pointed discrimination. Creating "brave spaces" for them can help them to advocate for themselves. https://t.co/nv0CUIu9lQ

Looking for double stroller recommendation for traveling with two preschoolers.

Hi there, We're going to be traveling to Orlando (going to Disney World) and visiting friends in Florida with our two preschool-aged kids (4 and 2). I haven't traveled with both kids since one was a COVID baby so this is new to me. I'd like to get a double side-by-side stroller to use in the airport as well as at Disney. Unfortunately, I don't see us using it much on a regular basis after our trip, so I don't want to spend too much on one. Preferably, I'd like to get a stroller that is somewhat lightweight, has some amount of storage space, can fit through normal-sized doors, and ideally where each seat independently reclines (both kids still nap and I'm hoping they'll rest in the stroller - fingers crossed). Any ideas? Also, I'm all ears if you have any tips and recommendations for getting through the airport or visiting Disney with young kids! Thank you!

For a long time now, staff at a school in Northwest Calgary encourage students *not* to walk in the halls, but to skip, hop, jump, or dance instead. And they’ve even changed the flooring to encourage more activity. Read more about it, here: https://t.co/1xalktIsUb https://t.co/ObQfcQmROA

The impulse to be good arises less from a child's character than from the nature of a child's relationships. If a child is “bad,” it's the relationship we need to correct, not the child. -@NeufeldInst | @DrGaborMate #parenting

Chicco KeyFit30

Anyone else finding they need to tighten their car seat base every couple of days? I’m using the LATCH and I had it perfectly tight and every couple days I need to redo it because it starts to shift more than an inch.