Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

Old habits dies hard–and as we grow up we inevitably take on the old habits of our parents–as one neatnik dad starts to see as he recognizes his mother’s obsession with a clean house in his own parenting style. (The New York Times)

What happens with NYC moms go speed-dating in Gowanus to make new friends? Find out in this amusing piece about a unique event hosted by influential mommy-podcasters. (The New Yorker)

Start your holiday season off with the Killers’ (fronted by rocker dad Brandon Flowers) annual Christmas song–which they crafted this year with help from another one of our fave celeb dads: Jimmy Kimmel! Get your holiday spirit pumping with this awesome video! (Mashable)

In a case that could affect millions of women, the U.S. Supreme Court this week hears the case of a former UPS driver who is suing the company for discrimination while she was pregnant. (Washington Post)

You be in denial, but it’s helpful to know what to do when your kid starts swearing. Because, trust us, it will happen. (Slate)

Though they may get a bad rap sometimes, stress is a big problem for teens and tweens. Why not suggest an alternative approach for dealing with it all? Read up on how mindfulness meditation can help teens. (Huffington Post)

Want to feed your kids better? Take a lesson from school lunches. Really. (Reuters)

There’s no need to let the upcoming holiday season fill you with dread! Here are some great holiday hacks for parents. (Yahoo Parenting)

It seems like Kardashians posing for nude photos is all the rage these days — what do you think of Kourtney’s latest maternity photo shoot sans clothes? We think she’s glowing! (The Gloss)

One republican congressman’s communications head recently made waves for criticizing President Obama’s daughters and the way they dressed at a televised turkey pardoning–she has since resigned her post. How would you feel if Sasha and Malia were your daughters? (E! Online)