Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have sent their little Prince George off to his first day of school! Just like any ordinary parents, they captured his first-day look on camera. (Mommyish)

Have you ever been stumped by why your baby is crying? This new app will help you figure it in just seconds. (Mommy Nearest)

Teach your children about the stock market following these six steps. (The New York Times)

Everyone wants to be a little bit happier in the new year. Here are ten ways you can work towards becoming the best, happiest parent you can be. (Mashable)

Congrats are in order! Award-winning actress and New York City mom Liv Tyler is expecting her third child with fiancé Dave Gardner (their second together). (Just Jared)

Check out this year’s top tech inventions from CES Kids and Technology Marketplace–like the toothbrush that will make kids want to take care of those pearly whites. (Tech Crunch)

A new study shows that the old pregnancy adage of “eating for two” should be really “eating for 1.15.” (New York Magazine)

From Agnes to Zephyr, this list breaks down predictions of which names will be the hottest baby names in 2016. (BuzzFeed)

Forget putting your iPhone’s earphone to your bump, this new device is a vaginal speaker that delivers the music straight to the baby. (Huffington Post)

First Response unveils a first ever Bluetooth enabled pregnancy test. (USA Today)

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Elf the Musical

<p>They'll sing loud for all to hear. You can bring the Christmas cheer.</p> <p>Start decking the halls, people – <em><strong>it's Elf The Musical</strong></em>!</p> <p>After a decade away, the beloved holiday classic is back on Broadway for a strictly limited run. Whether you’re searching for the perfect stocking stuffer or a festive outing for the whole family, this family-friendly show is packed with joy, laughter, and snow-covered magic.</p> <p>A musical comedy adaptation of the hit 2003 film, <em><strong>Elf The Musical</strong></em> follows Buddy the orphan who, after being raised by elves at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and help the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Academy Award® nominee Sean Astin ("Lord of the Rings") is Santa Claus alongside Tony Award® nominee Grey Henson as Buddy, Drama Desk Award nominee Ashley Brown as Emily, and rising star Kayla Davion as Jovie. Plus, keep an eye out for social media celebrity Kalen Allen – known for his appearances on "The Ellen Show" – as the hilarious store manager.</p> <p>Called “a slickly irresistible and fizzily enjoyable confection of a show” (<em>Time Out</em>), this holly-jolly hit is one you won't want to miss. Through January 4 only!</p>

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

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Back to the Future The Musical

<div> <div>Marty McFly just broke the time barrier. He’s only got 2 hours and 40 minutes (plus intermission) to fix it. Good news, there’s still time! Get tickets to this electric blast from the past before our final Broadway performance Jan. 5.</div> <div> </div> <div>Tickets: <a href="http://www.backtothefuturemusical.com/new-york/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.backtothefuturemusical.com/new-york/&source=gmail&ust=1728739748105000&usg=AOvVaw1RQpZRqLCz6jPA8jX9nERf">www.<wbr />backtothefuturemusical.com/<wbr />new-york/</a></div> </div>