A curated list of favorite resources for parents (and kids) learning about gender identity together. All resources were recommended by parents of LGBTQ+ kids who are learning as they go about this important element of their children’s identities. Here you’ll find books, websites and role models to follow. Check it out and feel free to add your own in the comments.

Initially, like many parents I suspect, I knew virtually nothing about manga or anime. It wasn’t long, however, before I started to notice that many of the themes and images my kids were being exposed to were a little bit more adult than what I was expecting. I found myself wondering..’is manga and anime appropriate for kids?’ Because I am a researcher at heart, I dove in to try to understand and explore this new world they were frequenting.

When we were teenagers buying drugs meant venturing into uncomfortable and potentially dangerous situations - a natural deterrent. But these days, with social media acting as the intermediary, getting drugs is as easy as 1-2-3. Let’s look at where/how kids are getting a hold of drugs and how we as parents can help keep them safe.

Is there a connection between too much screen time and our distracted and forgetful kids? Here are some simple tips to help you and your child find better balance, focus and awareness in our constantly connected world.

Carving out spaces that we reserve as “screen-free” zones is one of the most important things we can do to maintain peace of mind, focus and grounding. So where should we begin? Here are 5 spaces to consider designating as “screen-free” to give you and your family the much needed media break you deserve.

For many parents the goal of reducing screen time during this Pandemic feels impossible to attain. If that feels like your situation then I’d recommend shifting your perspective. Instead of worrying about how much time your child is spending in front of a device, focus on making sure that all their physical, mental and spiritual needs are being met on a daily basis. Here is a list of daily goals for you to pull from or create your own!

We are living in a time when many Americans prefer to get their news in small bites from social media recommendations, rather than from the more in depth analysis of legitimate news organizations. But we now know that this reliance creates what are known as information “filter bubbles” where we only see news we agree with and are never exposed to alternative or opposing views. I am more and more convinced that gathering information solely from social media is leading to some pretty terrible outcomes and few groups are more vulnerable to the negative repercussions of this than teenagers.

Are you confused about whether your child is ready for a phone? Giving a child a phone is a huge step and there is no going back, so let’s make sure your child is ready. If the question of when to introduce your child to the world of smartphones is weighing heavy on your mind you’re not alone. Read on to find out if your child is ready and what you can do to make the transition easier for both you and your child.