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Practice, Fail, and Be a Good Sport: What Kids Learn on the Field

by Jessica Graham

When kids participate in youth sports, there are lessons to be learned by athlete and parent alike.

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Why You Absolutely Should Let Your Kids Play With Garbage

by Rhiannon Giles

Give kids PVC pipe, scrap wood, or whatever they can buy for $10 at the resale store and a little freedom. Learning through exploration is magic.

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Think Outside the Bun: 3 New Ways to Love Hot Dogs

by ParentCo.

Think outside the bun and cook up these three new hot dog recipes for your kids or your next cookout.

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Why Every Boy Should Have a Doll

by Julia Pelly

One mother's quest to provide her son with more options later in life by making sure he plays with dolls now.

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Yes, I Play Bridge. Let Me Tell You Why

by ParentCo.

It may be the game your grandmother plays, but there's something powerful that happens when women make a weekly connection over a deck of cards.

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The Adventures of Batmom and Lightning Chase

by ParentCo.

One mom, one six-year-old, two geriatric dogs, and three days hiking the Long Trail. What could go wrong?

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Playing Pretend Makes Me Want to Put My Head Through a Wall

by ParentCo.

I love my kids. But if I have to narrate one more Luke Skywalker/Woody death battle or hang out session with Barbie and her girlfriends, I'm going to lose it.

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How About Painted Rocks Instead of Pokemon Go?

by ParentCo.

How one county in Washington is beautifying their community and bringing joy to unsuspecting walkers, hikers, and adventurers with art.

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Does a Concealed Weapon Belong at a Family Playgroup?

by ParentCo.

When you pride yourself on being a group who welcomes everyone, where do you draw the line? Can you?

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Get a Jump on This Year's New Toys

by ParentCo.

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Toy Choices Differ by Gender at an Early Age

by ParentCo.

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Want to Go Naked On Your Next Vacay...You're Not Alone Anymore

by ParentCo.

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If Toddlers Ran Hollywood, These Are the Movies They'd Make

by ParentCo.

Toddlers are some of the most skilled dramatic actors on the planet. If we let them run the show, they'd come up with some real masterpieces.

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4 Research-Backed Benefits of Outdoor Play

by ParentCo.

From improvements in health to a richer, more full childhood experience, there are researched backed reasons for getting our kids outdoors.

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Socks with Sandals a New Men's Fashion Trend?

by ParentCo.

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How to Watch This Weekends Rounds of The Open Championship on TV

by ParentCo.

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The Unexpected Gift of Pokémon Go

by ParentCo.

If you're on the fence about jumping in on the biggest craze of the summer, Pokemon GO, consider the benefits it has had for one mom and her autistic son.

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What Our Kids Play with-NEEDED New Focus on Regulatory Groups

by ParentCo.

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The Best Playdate You Won't Find on Pinterest Is a Bunny Funeral

by Lisa Kanarek

We don't wake up one day and decide to teach our kids about death. But sometimes the universe decides to drop a dead bunny in your yard.

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Brightly Colored Treats to Make With Your Kids This Summer

by ParentCo.

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6 Outdoor Family Activities For Non-Outdoorsy Parents

by ParentCo.

Being outside has many health benefits. But not everyone wants to be swarmed by bugs in the woods. These less outdoorsy alternatives may be more your style.

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