Our Favorite Parenting Stories Of The Week

Good news in a not so good economy: the Brooklyn Navy Yard is becoming a small manufacturing hub where start-ups like a new baby spoon business can get off the ground (New York Times)

Does your family have a hothead? Take the heat out of spousal arguments with these easy-to-implement tips. (NPR)

As a British fashion designer and mother of three boys, it’s no surprise that supermom Victoria Beckham is busy. Check out her thoughts on balancing work and motherhood. (Huffington Post)

Is there a “right” age to have a baby? Read responses from women who had their first child in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. (Babble)

What happens when hormones collide at home? One mother shares her experience as a menopausal mother with a growing adolescence in one household. (Motherlode)

Planning on giving birth at home? Here are some important guidelines pediatricians would like you to look into. (Time)

It’s a commonly held belief that babies who develop their motor skills late also struggle with sensory development. Not to worry! Little ones crawl on their own schedules and late crawling rarely indicates a deeper problem. (Slate)

Cinco de Mayo is this week and we just know you’d love to celebrate with the kids. Here are 5 do-it-yourself ideas that will liven up any family party! (SheKnows)

If you want to parent like the POTUS, then you can’t be afraid of getting inked. President Obama shares his very hands-on approach to prevent his daughters from getting tattoos. (Huffington Post)

The Bush family welcomes a new bundle of joy. Will Grandpa George W. go by Gampy of Jefe? (People)

Want to give your son or daughter their fairytale prom night? Then you better be prepared to pay it forward. Here’s how much parents are spending on prom these days. (New York Times)

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Manhattan Mandarin

<p>Manhattan Mandarin runs the Mandarin after-school programs at over 40 schools</p> <p>nationwide, including St. Bernard's, Chapin, Allen-Stevenson, and Buckley. Whether</p> <p>in schools, students' homes, in the office, online, or on our beloved China trips, our</p> <p>teachers and tutors have helped hundreds of students of all ages master the Mandarin</p> <p>language on their own unique paths to fluency. Our philosophy has always been to</p> <p>make private lessons and classes perfectly tailored for each individual student. We</p> <p>look forward to working with you.</p> <p>- Jamie Keyte, Founder</p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div> </div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div> </div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div> </div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information. </div>

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you’ll never hear “I’m bored,” when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.<br /></span></p>