Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

pregnancy-bellyAnte-natal depression (depression while pregnant) is a health issue in women that doesn’t get enough attention–and can have very serious repercussions if not addressed. Check out this moving investigation that sheds some much-needed light. (The New York Times Magazine)

Surf’s up! We’re loving one writer and surfer’s essay about his adolescence in Hawaii–learning the lessons of the teen years while learning to surf on another level. (The New Yorker)

Need another reason to breastfeed? New studies are showing that breastfeeding may linked to lower risks for leukemia in children. (CTV News)

The word is out that Kim Kardashian is pregnant with Baby #2! To celebrate the announcement, let’s take a look back at her best maternity looks from when she was expecting baby North! (The Gloss)

Style-savvy mothers everywhere can stay fashionable and hide the mess with this diaper bag that masks as a chic, trendy backpack. (Cup of Jo)

Have you heard the latest gossip on the UES? It’s all about Wednesday Martin’s new memoir-ethnographyThe Primates of Park Avenue– that centers around the super-mommy set in Manhattan’s most notoriously affluent neighborhood. The book is causing quite a stir–what do you think? (New York Magazine)

Throw your magic-obsessed child the ultimate Harry Potter-themed birthday party with these cool tips, tricks, and ideas! (BuzzFeed)

This sixth grader who didn’t know his rights from wrongs prank-called 911 and was taught a lesson by emergency dispatchers. (Mommyish)

A mother eager to learn more about female empowerment attended a TEDWoman seminar, only to be kicked out because she brought along her infant daughter. (Mashable)

If only all CEOs were so generous. This one decided to pay the college tuitions for all his coworkers’ children. (The Grindstone)

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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3—11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{"><span style="background-color: #ffffff;">BAM Education connects learning with creativity, engaging imagination by encouraging self-expression through programs for students, teachers, and audiences of all ages. Explore the programs on their website to learn more about their opportunities for creative online engagement!</span></span></p>

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<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>

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