Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

Missing simpler times? Join the hundreds of people reminiscing after a woman finds her middle school time capsule in the back of her closet – “Titanic” tickets and Spice Girls memorabilia included. (Mommyish)

This professor’s young son brought some hilarity to his mother’s classroom when he decided to visit wearing his favorite Godzilla costume. (BuzzFeed)

How cool is celeb mom Gwen Stefani’s new eyewear collection for kids? (People)

If your kids love science just as much as they love getting down and dirty outside, try out some of these fun backyard science projects – you’ll probably love them, too! (Cafe Mom)

Recognize any products named? According to a study by nonprofit group Kids in Danger, there’s been a 12 percent increase in the number of children’s products recalled since 2015. (Mommy Nearest)

Summer is coming! Shop little girls’ swimwear from some of your favorite brands–like Zara, Mara Hoffman, and Marysia! (MINIMODE)

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Mad props to the flight attendants on a recent Turkish air flight: When one passenger went into labor in the sky, they stepped up to deliver the baby! (Mashable)

Hey moms! It’s about time that we redefine what “having it all” means–and here’s why! (Bottle & Heels)

For those of you watching and waiting: April the Giraffe is still pregnant! (NBC)

 

 

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Dance Workshop - NY

<p dir="ltr">Nestled in the heart of the UES, 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 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-78b9d4ab-7fff-0ea8-b84f-04a5fe908f8c"></span><span id="docs-internal-guid-78b9d4ab-7fff-0ea8-b84f-04a5fe908f8c"><br /></span></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>

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.</p>