Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

img_4174Celeb dad Ashton Kutcher bemoans the lack of baby changing tables in men’s restrooms—check out this great video. (Good Morning America)

We love seeing celeb parents pitch in for a good cause! You may know about Baby Buggy, but have you checked out its West Coast counterpart, Baby2Baby? (New York Times)

A new book, Our Kids, explores the effects that a family’s income inequality has on children as they grow up–the twist is that it matter a lot more now than it once did. (The New Yorker)

There’s new evidence that we should reconsider how to treat food allergies in children—the new trend is to expose them to foods to which they may be slightly allergic. (Slate)

Here’s a story that will give you hope for the future generation: A Wisconsin middle school basketball team rallies around a cheerleader with Down syndrome. (Kenosha News)

Curious what elementary schools are like in small town America. A new PBS documentary takes you inside the 180 days at a poor South Carolina school. (Education Week)

It might seem obvious, but get the scoop on why telling your kids the truth is an important parenting strategy. (Parents)

What could possibly be cuter than pictures of a young boy and the pug that he loves? (BuzzFeed)

Have a baby shower of your own (or for a close friend) coming up? Check out this fun slideshow of cute baby shower ideas for any expecting mother. (BHG)

The CFO of Uber recently resigned citing a need to spend more time with his wife and daughter. What do you think about his attempt to re-focus on family? (Mashable)

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Chickenshed NYC

<p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed’s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change.</p> <p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen.</p> <p style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1.3em; margin-top: 0px; caret-color: #515151; color: #515151; font-family: nimbus-sans, sans-serif;">Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.</p>

Asphalt Green

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Asphalt Green’s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level.<br />As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green’s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.</span></p>

British Swim School - Manhattan

<p>The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.  British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School’s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!</p>