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Talk about model behavior! Iconic fashinoista–and expectant mama–Coco Rocha gives a sneak peek at her darling nursery decor. We’re wanting these cute pieces for ourselves! (One Kings Lane)

New research shows that most teens go online everyday, with about 25 percent online “almost constantly.” Here’s what they’re doing and how they’re getting there. (Pew Research Center)

YouTube Kids is accused of misleading kids with sneaky advertising. The FCC could investigate. (Time)

Even Kardashians have to pump! Hot mama Kourtney K recently made her mom-fans smile by posted a “brelfie”–or rather, a selfie of herself breast-pumpin on Instagram! (Mommyish)

An inspiring story about how one special PT makes furniture for NYC kids using scrap material found at schools. (The New York Times)

One inspiring teacher in Brazil uses fairy tales to teach students about gay rights and gender equality. (Huffington Post)

Here is a list of fun recipe and food ideas for when you’re expecting a baby! (Parents)

Just what defines “safety” in today’s parenting landscape? Check out this article that looks at the benefits of free-range parenting! (Family Circle)

Did you know that it’s infertility awareness week? See the issue from a first-hand perspective with these stories of personal journeys through the battle of infertility for real couples and individuals. (CNN)

Our hearts are melting over Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s newly released photo of their baby boy Silas Timberlake! (Brit + Co.)

 

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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>

Yuletide Factory

<p>Fill your hearts with circus cheer—the merry daredevils of Cirque Mechanics (Zephyr, 2023) are back with an industrial-strength spectacular for you and your kin. Sparkling with holiday spirit, the ever energetic ensemble of acrobats transforms a drab assembly plant into a holly jolly Yuletide Factory! From the wonder of the German wheel to festive flips from the trampoline wall, they dash and dance through a pageant of powerhouse stunts with grins and goodwill. It’s high-flying fun, comfort and joy for the whole family!</p>

Cucu's PlayHouse

<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Interactive, live-streaming music and movement class in Spanish for babies, toddlers and preschoolers!<br />Join us every day from Monday through Saturday at 1:30 pm EST to sing, dance and play together while learning Spanish from your home.</div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">This class is part of a Spanish Immersion Program where your child will be introduced to basic concepts like the animals, colors, numbers and letters. All of these through the universal language of Music. Each session is fun, interactive and engaging.<br />A selection of Children Songs in Spanish guides the class from start to finish. Activities are related to the lyrics, in order to familiarize the children with the words and their meanings. Some of the songs encourage the children to dance. Nilda uses puppets, musical instruments, and props to teach children basic vocabulary through action and interaction, rather than through translation.</div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"><br />The classes are streamed on Zoom's webinar platform. Participants (children, parents, nannies) are able to join the video from their homes and interact with us in real-time, it is a fun and engaging experience.</div>