Our Favorite Parenting Stories Of The Week

While many parents would have trouble admitting it, they often throw conventional morals out the window when it comes to helping and protecting their children. Many experts are asking: Is there such a thing as ethical parenting? (New York Magazine)

Have a hankering for garlic or dried fruits now that you’re pregnant? Go for it, mama! A new study in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that these foods lead to full-term births and reduces premature labor. (Parents)

One super-cool photographer and mom encouraged her daughter to look to inspiring women in history as Halloween costume fodder. The resulting images are truly something special! (UpWorthy)

Busy these days? What parent isn’t? Take advantage of your smartphone’s parent-friendly apps, such as the one for maintaining grocery lists, another for monitoring your baby’s eating/sleeping/pooping schedule, and yet another for assisting you with finding kid-friendly venues when you’re out and about in the city. (Elizabeth Street)

From unexpected joys to hidden challenges, single parenting can be a whole other world. Check out this list of 11 things “no one tells you” about raising a child solo. (The Huffington Post)

Many workplaces—especially at the higher levels—cultivate a culture of “covering up” family obligations. Some say, it’s time to end this cycle once and for all. (Motherload)

Martha Stewart has you covered with these fantastic kid’s Halloween costume ideas with DIY instructions. You, too, can fashion a cute and cuddly lamb costume. (Martha Stewart)

New Yorkis a noisy city, but simply forcing yourself to get used to it may not be the healthiest option. Environmental psychologist Arline L. Bronzaft urges New Yorkers to be aware of the negative effects of noise pollution, including the extent to which it hinders learning in youngsters. (New York Times)

This school year’s first parent-teacher conference is coming up! Check out these tips to make sure you get the most out of your discussion session. (Babble.com)

What happens when baby formula isn’t an option? A hospital in the U.K.has banned baby formula in an effort to increase breastfeeding among new moms. (Mommyish.com)

This past weekend in New York City, a family-friendly fashion show took place for Heidi Klum’s exclusive childrenswear line, “Truly Scrumptious.” With fierce walks, silly hats, and playful balloon props, these miniature models are the cutest thing to hit the runway. (Buzzfeed)