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Child Development
What’s the Right Age to Take Kids to See Their First Movie?

Tips to make their big screen debut a successful experience

By: Kari Hanson
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Technology
'My Son Is Furious Every Time We Take His Devices Away'

How to end the screen time battles with your teen before they start

By: Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
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Child Development
How Play Builds Digital-Ready Minds Without Using Screens

It may seem counterintuitive, but hands-on play develops skills all kids need to thrive in an unpredictable future

By: Gemma Alexander
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Technology
Why ‘Perfect’ Technology Can’t Replace Imperfect Parenting

Are we at risk of replacing essential connections kids need with AI?

By: Kari Hanson
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Child Development
How I Dealt With Being the Sibling Left Behind

A teen reflects on the family shifts that occurred when her older brother left for college

By: Lillie Atkins

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Kids’ Health
Recognizing and Responding to Kids’ End-Of-School Anxiety

A Seattle Children’s psychologist explains why summer’s arrival isn’t always as joyful as it seems

By: Kellie Schmitt
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Managing Behavior
The Essential Skills Kids Need Now to Avoid Anxiety Later

Raising kids who can handle frustration is key, according to an executive functioning coach

By: Lisa Franz
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Recipes + Meal Planning
Fresh Lunch Ideas to Brighten Up Springtime School Days

Shake up your routine with these creative takes on the midday meal

By: Rebecca Mongrain
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New Parents
Can Sleep Training Affect the Parent-Child Bond?

A pediatric sleep consultant explains why independent sleep and attachment go hand in hand

By: Megan Kumpf
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Raising Kids
The Risks of Kids Using Chatbots for Mental and Emotional Support

The Head of Adolescent Medicine at Seattle Children’s explains the risks and what parents can do

By: Kellie Schmitt
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K–12 Education
Yes, Your Kids Can (And Should) Walk to School by Themselves

Teaching kids to walk or bike to school is easier and safer than you think

By: Malia Jacobson

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