Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

2babylotionface1The proper steps to taking care of your baby’s skin in the harsh winter months. (Parents)

Did you know that Prince George owns a possum-skin cape? And that’s just the start! Don’t miss this list of weird official gifts that the UK’s youngest royal has received over the past year. (Mommyish)

This video of a little girl with cancer finding out she’s going to Disney for the first time is sure to warm your heart! (BuzzFeed)

The amount (of money, time and energy) families are spending on children’s sports can be too high. (New York Times)

More than half of public school students live in poverty. In New York, it’s 48 percent. (Slate)

You should probably wait to turn your baby’s car seat to face forward. Almost 75 percent of parents do it too early. (Science Daily)

Here’s what a pediatrician has to say about keeping your family well this flu season. (Huffington Post)

One theme park is spreading internationally–and the premise? A world just for kids where they can try out jobs, participate in an economy, and much more. Check out KidZania and the story behind its growth. (The New Yorker)

Put a smile on your face by watching this adorable video of a toddler lip-synching to Taylor Swift! Just shake it off, ya’ll! (Mashable)

We’re swooning for this sweet photo of Christina Aguilera’s new baby daughter! Looks like she has her mama’s sense of style! (The Gloss)

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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" 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>

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<p><span class="" style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Children and teenagers learn to understand and express themselves in Spanish, while improving their communication skills through a dynamic immersion program taught by NATIVE TEACHERS that combines CLASSES, ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS and FUN ACTIVITIES! All of our high-qualified teachers are native Spanish speakers who adapt the structure of the class to the needs and levels of each group while conducting the classes entirely in Spanish. We offer both Spanish Summer Camps and Regular Courses for children along the year to foster language learning and multicultural understanding.</span></p>

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<p>Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, & MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!</p>