Parenting in New York City: Tips, advice and helpful resources

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School Snacks Your Kids Won’t Want to Trade

By Shara Levine

How to Choose the Right After-School Program for Your Child’s Personality

After-School Programs

How to Choose the Right After-School Program for Your Child’s Personality

By Danielle Ramos

Relevant Directory Listings

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Independent Lake Camp

A premier overnight camp in the Poconos for ages 6-17

Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp

Our thoughtful, age appropriate programming enables children to grow as individuals and make lifelong friendships.

Purchase College Youth and Precollege Programs

Serious Foundation. Serious Fun.

Collina Italiana Summer Camp

Collina Italiana: Learning, Enrichment, and Fun in Italian Style

From BYOB to Kindred Bravely: Alyce Chan’s Mission to Make Motherhood Funnier—and a Lot Less Lonely

Alyce Chan of @Momcomnyc and Her Mission to Make Motherhood Funnier—and a Lot Less Lonely

By Danielle Ramos

How to Beat the Back-to-School Blues

How to Beat the Back-to-School Blues

By Thalia Fernandez and Danielle Ramos

Help Special Olympics New York Find Coaches, Spaces, and Sponsors for NYC Athletes

Help Special Olympics New York Find Coaches, Spaces, and Sponsors for NYC Athletes

By Danielle Ramos

Carrying Her Father Paul Newman’s Legacy: Clea Newman on SeriousFun Camps

Carrying Her Father Paul Newman’s Legacy: Clea Newman on SeriousFun Camps

By Danielle Ramos

breastfeeding

Babies & Toddlers

5 Tips for Breastfeeding Success

In the Middle of it All: Life With a Classic Middle Child

By Lori Orlinsky

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Things to Do with Kids

Inclusion In Motion Runs to Break Barriers

By Shara Levine

Tamron Hall leans on a post in front of her Harlem brownstone, son Moses in foreground.

Tamron Hall on Motherhood, Her Son Moses, and the Magic of Harlem

By Danielle Ramos

5 Practical Tips to Help Kids Cope with the Stress of Moving

5 Practical Tips to Help Kids Cope with the Stress of Moving

By Danielle Ramos

Swim Safety for Children with Disabilities: How the Right Lessons Can Save Lives

Swim Safety for Children with Disabilities: How the Right Lessons Can Save Lives

By Danielle Ramos

Summer Isn’t a Break for Working Parents: Here’s What to Do About It

Summer Isn’t a Break for Working Parents: Here’s What to Do About It

By Danielle Ramos

The Trauma App: How Trauma Overrides Our Parenting Instincts

The Trauma App: How Trauma Overrides Our Parenting Instincts

By Dr. Robyn Koslowitz

NYC Expands 2K Child Care, Boosts Special Needs Services, and Adds $220M in Child Care Vouchers in New Budget

Daycare & Preschool

New NYC Budget Expands 2K Child Care, Boosts Special Needs Services, and Adds $220M in Child Care Vouchers

By Danielle Ramos

There is No One Right Way to Give Birth

Pregnancy & Childbirth

There Is No One Right Way to Give Birth

By Danielle Ramos

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Before They’re Grown: One Parent’s Reminder to Slow Down and Be Present

By Danielle Ramos

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New CDC Measles Guidance Could Affect Your Child’s Summer Camp Plans This Year

By Danielle Ramos

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The Viral Labubu Doll: Why This Trend Is Taking Over TikTok & Wallets

By Alexa Lutter

A Parent's Guide to Supporting LGBTQ+ Children: What To Do When Your Child Comes Out

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting LGBTQ+ Children: What To Do When Your Child Comes Out

By New York Family Editorial