Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

t1larg.stay.home.dad.tsA new class of creative stay-at-home dads is changing the nature of working from home and family dynamics. (The New York Times)

Helicopter parents found to actually harm their children regardless of the support and love they think they provide. (TIME)

Hey moms-to-be! Are you ready for your Labor Day? Moms share methods they’ve used to induce their own labor. (Crickets Circle)

Several teachers report that they are no longer able to refer to a student’s behavior as “wrong” but only “unexpected.” (News Observer)

One mom learns how to handle her sidelined pup after he becomes a big brother to a new human sibling. Check out how she did it! (Mommy Nearest)

These dads know how to use their Instagrams to show off that they still have it by cooking awesome meals, being fashionable and providing funny advice on fatherhood. (Mashable)

In search for summer crafts activities that won’t leave you cleaning up forever? We love these six projects that are easy, fun and entertaining for you and your toddler! (Mommyish)

These royally charming photos of Prince George with his younger sister Princess Charlotte will melt your heart with cuteness. (Yahoo)

After a 4-year-old girl dressed up as Spiderman to her preschool classroom, fellow students teased her about the costume because Spiderman is a boy, and she’s a girl. Parents then organized a superhero parade in New York City where kids could dress up as whoever they wanted, regardless of gender. (NBC)

Vegetarians can sprout up at any age. This 3-year-old boy gives an inspiring speech about why he won’t eat fish or meat, and it brings his mother to tears. (Cup of Jo)

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New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Summer Game Camp</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including –</p> <p dir="ltr">- Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch!</p> <p dir="ltr">- A digital campus!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Moderated chat hours!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons & Dragons</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons & Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons & Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons & Dragons workshop! </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Dungeons & Dragons Junior</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons & Dragons games. Our Dungeons & Dragons Jr. game provides a D&D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons & Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&D so they can eventually move onto the main game.</p>

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you’ll never hear “I’m bored,” when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.<br /></span></p>

Atlantic Acting School

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!</span></p>