Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

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How fierce and fashionable did Beyonce and her daughter, Blue Ivy, look at the VMAs the other night? (MINIMODE)

Gone are the days when single-sex names ruled elementary school rosters. Unisex names are taking over, and have risen 60 percent in the in the last decade! Here’s why. (New York Times)

This mom found a healthy way to help her depression; in a place she least expected it! (Mommy Nearest)

How creative are you? This photo-savvy mom dressed her sleeping baby up in a different costume everyday! (BuzzFeed)

If you think your back-to-school woes are tough, these parents had it even worse. (The Stir)

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Some parents may be wary of vaccinating your little ones, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends immunizations! (Huffington Post)

Your little scientists will love creating a nebula jar! Show your kids science and crafts can be fun. (PBS Parents)

Are your kids picky eaters? Chances are they’ll love this healthy snack. (PBS Parents)

Get ready to grab the Kleenex box because one Polish Olympian just auctioned off his silver medal to help finance a child’s cancer treatments. (Mommyish)

 

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