Best Of The Web: September 28-October 4

Here’s
our weekly round-up of parenting articles that piqued our interest. Enjoy! — 

Alice Bradley wrote a lovely tribute post for her mother’s
75^th birthday. The format? 75 things she learned from the woman of
the hour. Hey, we also believe in all-things Swiffer! (Finslippy)

Would you hold your child back from kindergarten? Two
neuroscientists explore this debate, known as redshirting, in a classroom
context. (NYTimes)

We all can relate…the awkward family photo. They are one in
a million! Strollerderby rounds up 16 funny ones that are sure to put a huge
‘ol grin on your face. (Babble)

There’s no escaping it: we’re in the trenches of flu and
cold season. But this mother sees no reason to panic, in fact she invites it.
See why she is calling childhood “the Olympics for white blood cells“. (HuffPo)

This week’s New York Magazine cover story weaves poignant vignettes of older parents—most in their
late 40s and early 50s—asking the hot-button question: can you parent at any age? (NY Magazine)

A Real Simple-penned
checklist to edge you into unflappable working motherhood. From letting things
go to ignoring fear-mongering literature, these 10 simple steps might just pep
up your weekly routine. (CNN)

Our Yummy Delicious blogger, Kelsey Banfield, shares some
great grocery store wisdom on how to troll the aisles with antsy tots in tow.
(The Naptime Chef)

The CDC is all about the lack of z’s right now—especially in
teens. In addition to providing well-balanced meals and academic support, moms
and dads should be a bit more up to snuff about how much time their teenager
spends in bed. (LA Times)