Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

Pope Francis waves to crowds as he arrives to his inauguration mass on 19 March 2013.Pope Francis has officially said a-okay to women breastfeeding their babies in public! In fact, he encourages it…because babies tend to get hungry when out and about. What do you think? (Mashable)

The push for academic excellence and the trend of teaching to the test are both well-known issues that parents deal with when their kids enter school, but what about teaching personality traits? Get the scoop on grit, perseverance, and more. (The New York Times)

Looking for hot parenting tips? Look no further than a little help from your friends! One of our fave local bloggers shares some of the sage advice she’s received from her besties over the years. (Cup of Jo)

Need a reason to smile today? This adorable video of Kelly Clarkson’s baby girl is sure to brighten your mood! (Crushable)

A revolutionary program called Providence Talks is aiming to close the word gap in lower-income families. But just what are the pros and cons of this new approach to vocab-building? (The New Yorker)

Raising a child with special needs in the modern world? Check out these 10 tips that help quell the stresses of having a special needs child (Parents)

Get ready to say awwww! We’re loving this adorable video of a woman telling her husband she’s pregnant in a photo booth! (Buzzfeed)

Everyone’s favorite handsome otter, Benedict Cumberbatch, is expecting his first child with his fiance Sophie Turner–congrats to the happy couple! (The Gloss)

Birth photos may be a trend surfacing with women today, but it turns out that sharks are also getting in on the action! A photo of the rare thresher shark giving birth was recently published–and it’s believed to be the first photo ever of this particular species experiencing the miracle of life! (Washington Post)

Most parents need no incentive to encourage their babies to take long, restful naps–but it turns out that naps can actually aid a baby’s memory development. (Philly.com)

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Adventuring Portal

<p><a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) games for kids.   We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&D.</p> <p>Our D&D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.  Monday – Friday.  Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).  15 total gaming hours for $180.  If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.   </p> <p>Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor’s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done & take care of your to-do list? Maybe your tween or teen is still a bit isolated and craves connection with their peers? Whether your teen/tween has played D&D before or is brand-new to the experience, this safe space brings players together to have fun and solve problems as a team in ways few other online opportunities do.</p> <p>All our games focus on experiential learning.   Our players leave knowing all the basic game play as well as experiencing: teamwork, bravery, compassion, generosity, negotiation, improvisation, gamer etiquette, strategy, critical thinking, problem solving, cartography and probability - all through online D&D adventuring!</p> <p>We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum. </p> <p>All girls’ groups available. </p> <p>I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started Adventuring Portal, an online Dungeons & Dragons business for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&D and I hope you will consider us as a great way for your child to safely socialize, grow as people and have a great time.</p>

Dance Workshop - Long Island

<p dir="ltr">Nestled in the heart of Lynbrook Village, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with the Dance Workshop!</p> <p dir="ltr">MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-b50ede03-7fff-ec65-8962-b3be9135d2e8"></span></p>

Visit Schoharie County

<p>The Schoharie Valley is home to things grown well - trees, crops, produce, people. It is filled with inviting farms and businesses beckoning visitors to experience what locals love about the region. Its enchanting vistas, rich farmland, and strong sense of community are what make Schoharie County such a fascinating place to visit and to live.</p>