Our Favorite Parenting News Stories Of The Week

crestIs Crest’s new chocolate flavored toothpaste sending mixed messages to kids? This blogger seems to think so. (Babble)

P&G released a series of commercials about the Sochi 2014 Olympic Games called “Thank you, Mom.” The heart-warming commercial features some of the world’s top Olympic athletes and pays homage to the moms that got them there. So sweet! (The Washington Post)

Parents of multiple Olympic athletes say their role as parents is not much different from those parents whose children also have big dreams. (Today)

Mother of heroin addict opens up about the death of her daughter and the growing issue of drug abuse in America. (New York Times)

While some in the world of fashion see the bi-annual Fashion Weeks as an adults-only arena,  a handful of style savvy kiddos are taking NYFW by storm! (NY Daily News)

In case you haven’t heard about Baby Loves Disco, it’s a traveling dance party for families. Check out these awesome photos from their recent Washington D.C. event. These kids totally just want to have fun! (The Washington Post)

When a child asks to quit an extracurricular activity like dance class or piano lessons, is there value in letting them make their own decisions? This father argues in favor of teaching kids that sometimes it’s alright to quit. (The Atlantic)

Hulu Kids is getting their first ever Hulu original series called “Doozers” from Jim Henson Co. The 52-episode animated show is set to debut on April 25. (Hollywood Reporter)

The oldest known family on the planet could be set to win a new Guinness World Record. The eleven Brudenell siblings, all between 68 and 89, have a combined age of 855 years. (Daily Mail)

What does the Tiger Cub say? Find out as Sophia Chua-Rubenfeld speaks out about her notorious strict childhood and Tiger Mom mother. (The New Yorker)

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