#parental-guidance

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Television
fromVulture
1 year ago

16 Kids' Shows That Are Actually Great

Parents have improved control over children's programming but lack time to find quality content.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When a Parent's Scandal Goes Public

Public scandals impact children more deeply when the person involved is a trusted adult.,
Children exposed to public shame can experience confusion regarding their safety and identity.
Calm, open conversations about scandals can help children process their feelings.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

Mom Called 'Dramatic' For Hiring a Lifeguard For Her Kindergartener's Pool Party

Hiring a lifeguard for a child's pool party is a smart decision for safety, despite some criticisms of being excessive.
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago

Amazon doesn't want you to know this about buying a kids Kindle Fire tablet

The Kindle Fire 8 Pro is recommended for kids as it offers flexibility in content age restrictions and user interfaces.
Books
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

17 Just-Spooky-Enough Books For Tweens (& You'll Want To Read Them, Too)

Spooky books for tweens provide thrilling yet age-appropriate stories that cater to sensitive readers while also engaging parents.
Parenting
fromDaily Mom magazine
3 weeks ago

Junior High Advice: Help Parents Navigate Middle School

The transition from elementary to middle school involves emotional, social, and academic changes that require support from parents.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

From Boredom to Wonder: A Child-Led Approach to Summer

Over-scheduling summer activities creates stress rather than fostering curiosity and engagement. Children learn more deeply when activities emerge from their own interests rather than adult plans.
Parenting
#child-development
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Expert Explains Why We Shouldn't Ask Kids What They Want to Be When They Grow Up ... And What To Ask Instead

Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Do I Worry Too Much About My Kid?

Ages 6 to 12 are critical for developing confidence and emotional skills.
Parental presence and emotional regulation significantly influence a child's sense of safety.
Emotional resilience is nurtured through connection rather than constant achievement.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Expert Explains Why We Shouldn't Ask Kids What They Want to Be When They Grow Up ... And What To Ask Instead

Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Do I Worry Too Much About My Kid?

Ages 6 to 12 are critical for developing confidence and emotional skills.
Parental presence and emotional regulation significantly influence a child's sense of safety.
Emotional resilience is nurtured through connection rather than constant achievement.
more#child-development
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Should You Let Teens Sleep Late During the Summer, Or Wake Them Up?

Teenagers often need more sleep during summer, but opinions vary on whether parents should wake them up or let them sleep in.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

1 Thing A Pediatrician Wishes Parents Would Stop Doing

Parents should feel empowered to seek medical help for their children without guilt.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Use Summer Break to Build Closer Bonds with Your Children

Stress affects three out of four high school students and half of middle school students, enhancing the importance of addressing emotional health for a successful school year.
Parenting
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Your Child or Teen Buying Anti-Aging Products?

Social media is influencing tweens and teens to adopt harmful skincare routines.
The best skincare for young people is simple: cleanse, moisturize, and wear sunscreen.
Parents play a crucial role in counteracting social media pressure.
Societal norms prioritize youthful beauty, affecting self-esteem from a young age.
#child-safety
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

One Thing Never To Say To Your Kids About Abusers (And What To Say Instead)

Educating children about safety can help them disclose abuse, but threats of violence against perpetrators may deter them from reporting.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

One Thing Never To Say To Your Kids About Abusers (And What To Say Instead)

Educating children about safety can help them disclose abuse, but threats of violence against perpetrators may deter them from reporting.
more#child-safety
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Black dads go public with support for their kids with autism and each other

Black fathers of autistic children are increasingly seeking visibility and support through collective discussion and dedicated platforms like podcasts.
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

How to get along when college grads move back home with parents

Navigating adult life at home requires mutual respect, clear expectations, and a collaborative approach between parents and young graduates.
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 month ago

Best Summer Reading 2025: Books & Teaching Programs To Help Struggling Readers

"The best summer reading experiences don't have to feel like punishment. Set against the backdrop of the right strategies and understanding of how different children learn..."
Parenting
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I work for an estate planning company. Here's how I talk to my daughter in a non-morbid way about what happens if I die.

Parents should start discussing estate planning with their children early to normalize the topic and alleviate future uncertainties.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

"Did Your Twin Copy You?"

Intrusive questions harm twins' identity development and individuality.
Twins face unfair comparisons and expectations of similarity.
Parents must be aware of twins' specific identity needs.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Jenna Bush Hager's 3-Step Plan to Get Her Kids to Read More Books This Summer

Jenna Bush Hager prioritizes her children's reading and learning during summer to combat the 'summer slide'.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

7 Child Stars Who Grew Up With Protective Parents Vs. 7 Who Opened Up About Being Exploited

Tatyana Ali credits her protective mother for helping her navigate the challenges of being a child star.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Advice for Parents of College Bound Students

Parents must recognize that today's college experience differs greatly from their own.
Realistic expectations about college life are essential for parents.
Emotional support from parents is crucial, but needs to align with the current college experience.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My mum won't let me have a smartphone. Is she being unfair? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Your mother's protectiveness may hinder your social development, suggesting the need for compromise between parental guidance and personal freedom.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Pam Bondi Says She's Carrying Around Vial of Fake Fentanyl to Show That's All It Takes to Kill You'

I've been carrying around a little vial with fake fentanyl in it, the amount it takes to kill you, and it looks like a couple of grains of salt.
NYC parents
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Online Gaming Is the New Playground for Kids

Online gaming serves as a modern playground for children, promoting social interaction and learning.
Focus on building digital resilience in children during middle childhood.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

"The Talk" Needs an Upgrade: How Parents Can Empower Kids

Sex tech significantly shapes how young people learn and experience intimacy, necessitating open discussions for healthy boundaries.
Parenting
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

How I Plan to Protect My Kids' $20,000 Inheritance from Inflation and Overspending

Inheriting money poses a risk of mismanagement, emphasizing the need for strategic financial guidance.
#child-psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Mental health

The Hidden Faces of Child and Teen Anxiety

Anxiety in children and teens often presents as defiance, withdrawal, or irritability, masking deeper struggles that require attention.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Harmful Myth of Holding Time

Holding time is a discredited practice harmful to vulnerable children.
Forced physical closeness retramatizes rather than helps children.
Attachment should be formed through safety and autonomy, not coercion.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Harmful Myth of Holding Time

Holding time is a discredited practice harmful to vulnerable children.
Forced physical closeness retramatizes rather than helps children.
Attachment should be formed through safety and autonomy, not coercion.
more#child-psychology
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Dear Abby: My daughter wants to host the worst wedding ever

The daughter’s unconventional wedding choices should be respected as her personal expression.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Attractiveness of the 'Manosphere' for Young Teens

The series Adolescence showcases the dangers of the manosphere and its impact on young teens' social and emotional development.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

What 'Adolescence' Understands About Phones and Kids

The show illustrates how a screen-based childhood can lead to severe consequences, including violence and mental health crises.
fromDecider
3 months ago

Paige DeSorbo tells Drew Barrymore she would "love an arranged marriage"

This is a hot take. If my mom doesn't like him, I don't like him. If you can't charm my mom, how are you gonna charm me?
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When a Child Can Begin Playing Competitive Sports

"Competition involves goals that are remote in time, have abstract reward value, and are only probably attainable. This complexity requires maturity that develops with age."
Parenting
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Outsmarting Your Child's Overthinking: What Actually Helps

Managing worry is a skill children can learn, not an inherent flaw.
Parents should be present to support their anxious children, even if not perfect.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The 12-year-old investor - How FIRE parents are teaching their kids to be financially savvy

Teaching children financial literacy from a young age can promote generational wealth and independence.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Gen Z Is Sharing Their Regrets Of Growing Up On The Internet, And It's Incredibly Bleak

Young people express regrets about internet usage, highlighting dangers like online predation and the creation of echo chambers.
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

How and why parents and teachers are introducing young children to AI

Generative AI is increasingly being used by children under 13, prompting discourse among parents and educators about responsible integration into their learning.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Prep talk: Joshua Sur gives lift to Corona baseball team

Joshua Sur is emerging as a standout player on Corona High's undefeated baseball team, showcasing talent and reliability in his performance.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

March Madness Masks a Hidden Epidemic

With sports betting taking place in dorm rooms via smartphones and laptops, parents should discuss online gambling with their teenagers before they head off to college.
Poker
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Dear Abby: My sick child has become a burden to me

Love and support doesn't equal enabling. A mother must set boundaries for her son's growth.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Mom horrified by Character.AI chatbots posing as son who died by suicide

Chatbots pose a risk by reinforcing suicidal ideation, particularly to vulnerable individuals, requiring parental awareness and vigilance.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Should I let my 16-year-old son spend time alone with his girlfriend in his bedroom?

Parents often face dilemmas as their teenagers navigate the transition to adulthood; one pressing question is whether a teen should spend time alone with a partner at home.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

'I was duped into leaving London for school in Ghana - but it saved me'

One month in, she dropped the bombshell - I was not coming back to London until I had reformed and had earned enough GCSEs to continue my education.
London politics
#roblox
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Parents should stop children gaming on Roblox if they are worried, says CEO

Parents should prioritise their comfort levels regarding their children's use of Roblox, as the platform faces concerns over bullying and explicit content.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Keep kids off Roblox if you're worried, its CEO tells parents

Parents should decide if their kids should use Roblox, especially given safety concerns and explicit content risks.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Parents should stop children gaming on Roblox if they are worried, says CEO

Parents should prioritise their comfort levels regarding their children's use of Roblox, as the platform faces concerns over bullying and explicit content.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Keep kids off Roblox if you're worried, its CEO tells parents

Parents should decide if their kids should use Roblox, especially given safety concerns and explicit content risks.
more#roblox
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Hey, parents: Advertisers could be using mobile games to build profiles about your kids | CBC News

Mobile games often exploit loopholes in child data protection laws, raising concerns for parents about privacy and data collection.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Plan to ban smart phones in schools scrapped by MP

MP Josh MacAlister has simplified his smartphone ban proposal, focusing on government-supported research and advice instead of an outright ban.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

To Medicate or Not to Medicate: That Is the Question

Medication for a child's mental health can lead to significant positive changes, but it's a deeply personal decision for parents.
NYC parents
fromABC7 New York
4 months ago

What to know about new guidelines on screen time for teens, how to implement healthy screen habits

Parents must be aware of their children's media consumption, as it impacts brain development just like healthy eating.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Is It Ever Too Early to Focus on Emotional Well-Being?

Parents can nurture emotional intelligence in young children through intentional language and supportive conversations about feelings.
#online-safety
NYC parents
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

Nearly one million British children scammed online in last year

Young people, especially those aged 13, are significantly impacted by online scams, leading to emotional distress and financial loss.
Parents desire more support and guidance to help navigate online safety discussions with their children.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Safer Internet Day: 82pc of primary school-aged children now have unsupervised access to smart devices in their bedrooms

NYC parents
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

Nearly one million British children scammed online in last year

Young people, especially those aged 13, are significantly impacted by online scams, leading to emotional distress and financial loss.
Parents desire more support and guidance to help navigate online safety discussions with their children.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Safer Internet Day: 82pc of primary school-aged children now have unsupervised access to smart devices in their bedrooms

more#online-safety
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
5 months ago

Pediatrician's controversial advice to parents: 'Give in to your kids right away'

Pediatrician advises parents to say 'yes' to minor requests to simplify parenting and support mental health.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

What Parents Don't Know About Internet Porn: A Parent Guide

Parents often overestimate how much their teens disclose about their online behaviors and greatly underestimate the need for guidance on discussing porn.
Miscellaneous
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
6 months ago

Google's AI Caught Recommending Use of Sex Toys on Children

Google's AI mistakenly recommended a vibrator for child behavioral therapy, highlighting critical flaws in its output and potential for harm.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago

How to Prepare Parents and Teens for First Loves

Teens experience significant emotional development through crushes and relationships, which is essential for their growth, despite parental concerns about attachment.
Understanding the teen journey towards new attachments can foster healthier relationships, prompting crucial questions about self-perception during emotional experiences.
fromScary Mommy
8 months ago

Snapchat's New Location-Sharing Features Are Here (And They're Already Making Our Family's Lives Easier)

Snapchat's Family Center offers parents tools and resources to safely guide their teens through the app, promoting informed conversations on online choices.
Digital life
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