Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

Is your child obsessed with their fidget spinner? Be sure to read up on these essential safety facts about the toy craze of the summer. (Mommy Nearest)

Talk about a great birth perk! A baby born in-flight on a JetBlue flight is reportedly getting free airfare for life from the airline. (Mommyish)

This stay-at-home dad speaks out about the best factors of not being the primary caregiver of the family and as the co-organizer of the NYC Dads Organization, he’s ready to celebrate fatherhood with you. (Family Circle)

Are you an Uptown Mom or a Downtown Mom? Read this LOL-worthy checklist to find out! (MINIMODE)

We absolutely adore Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s gorgeous twins Harper and Gideon! Let’s make your Monday less exhausting with these cuties stealing the show from these loving dads. (TODAY)

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It’s been a week since the power couple George and Amal Clooney have welcomed their precious twins, Alexander and Ella, into the world! Amal’s sister and George’s dad talk about how elated they are and, spoiler alert, the couple have gone incognito. (E! Online)

This heroic mom saves her 6-year-old daughter and her boyfriend from the horrific London apartment fire a few days ago. How does she do it? Overfilling the bathtub. (CNBC)

The voice of “Frozen’s” Anna, Kristen Bell, gives her fans and fellow parents an insight on her parenting hacks. Famous for her Instagram mommy tips, she got in the limelight for her gas cover hack. You’ll never have a wanderer again! (Womens Health)

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.

CK Kids

CK Kids offers various classes and programs, including Afterschool Program, Lil Chefs, Boys Hip-Hop, Ninja Starz, Lil Artists, CK Kids Athletic Programs, Acrobatics, Dance and Drama, and Karate.&nbsp;

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;