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Handout via Getty ImagesThe Obama family sits for a portrait in the Green Room of the White House on Sept. 1, 2009. Barack Obama has been known to wax poetic about international relations, domestic policy and political philosophy. He takes the same approach to the topic of parenting. The former president has two daughters, Malia

AzmanL via Getty ImagesThe delta variant has changed many people’s calculations of what’s safe — and not — as we make our way through summer and into the fall.  For a period of time earlier this summer, it seemed like the coronavirus pandemic was inching toward its end in the United States. Vaccinations were up

eclipse_images via Getty ImagesEmily Oster’s new book urges families to make mission statements. The past year and a half has been long, hard and logistically bonkers for families with young kids at home. While the pandemic certainly isn’t over, many parents do feel a huge sense of relief as we inch closer to what looks

Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious quips from parents on Twitter to spread the joy. Scroll down to read the latest batch, and follow @HuffPostParents on Twitter for more! Advertisement My daughter made $110 on her lemonade

Fuse via Getty ImagesLearning loss is a significant concern as we head into the next academic year. But parents should not worry too much, educators say.  The past year-plus was like no other in schools across the United States, and experts are just starting to get a handle on the academic toll the rollercoaster of

Westend61 via Getty ImagesParents can help normalize negative emotions and identify coping mechanisms.  The coronavirus pandemic has forced children to deal with many changes over the past 15 months. While adjusting to remote learning and limited social contact was difficult, the transition back to more “normal” ways of life can also be a challenge. Of

mikimad via Getty ImagesChildren under 12 could still be eligible for vaccination this fall — but experts are not totally clear on the timeline.  For a period of time this spring and early summer, it seemed as though the United States had turned a corner in the COVID-19 pandemic. Cases and hospitalizations fell, restrictions were

portishead1 via Getty ImagesFrom mental health changes to bonding over shared experiences, the pandemic will have long-term effects on many children.  The COVID-19 pandemic changed all of our lives, but for developing children, its impact may have more long-term effects. “Every child’s experience of the pandemic is different based on their temperament and their home

JGI/Jamie Grill via Getty ImagesIt’s natural and expected for children to experience anxiety around the transitions of the coronavirus pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic has presented countless challenges to children from an academic, social and mental health perspective. But the shift back into more “normal” ways of life can also be difficult for kids. Of course,

PeopleImages via Getty ImagesEven the pros need coping methods for burnout. Avoiding burnout has become nearly impossible. A lack of boundaries due to working from home, increased demands in our personal lives and endless uncertainty thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic have us feeling more depleted than ever. This results in sleep problems, loss of motivation

While COVID-19 infections are nowhere near their peak of a quarter-million per day in January 2021, there are still plenty of reasons to feel unsettled. The delta variant first identified in India is spreading widely in the United States, accounting for more than half of all new COVID-19 infections (which are overwhelmingly affecting unvaccinated individuals).

Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. So each week, we round up the most hilarious quips from parents on Twitter to spread the joy. Scroll down to read the latest batch, and follow @HuffPostParents on Twitter for more! Advertisement My teen daughter couldn’t decide what style

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommended Monday that all children over the age of 2 should wear masks in school this fall, regardless of vaccination status, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues across the nation. The guidelines, which strongly support the return to in-person learning in the coming months, reflect a multi-pronged approach to see students return

Burnout Sequel: How to get out of burnout. In this video, you’ll learn 10 ways to get out of survival mode and avoid burnout as a parent of young children – sooner than you may think. If you haven’t watched the first video, “10 Signs You’re Burning Out”, watch it here: https://youtu.be/vQBUebmHPy8 Hi! I’m Avital,

Plenty of people say they will never yell when they have children, but seasoned parents know it’s unavoidable at times. When you’re dealing with energetic kids, sometimes you have to raise your voice just to get a word in edgewise. Or, as the funny parents of Twitter have noted, yelling may be needed to get

Baby name trends are typically shared across the United States, but there are some interesting regional and state-specific tendencies. When the Social Security Administration released its list of most popular baby names of 2020, the agency also shared the state-by-state breakdown. Unsurprisingly, the most popular name for girls in the country ― Olivia ― also

Goodboy Picture Company via Getty ImagesA few positive habits on Monday morning can set you up for the whole week. Monday mornings are rough. People tend to spend more than 30 minutes every Monday complaining — particularly in the morning — and they start worrying the night before. One survey found a whopping 80% of

PeopleImages via Getty ImagesPerimenopause can be a huge transition for many women — but they’re still not prepared enough for it or given adequate support. Arianna Sholes-Douglas remembers the moment her body was in the grips of perimenopause ― though she didn’t recognize it for what it was at the time, despite being an OB-GYN

Keeping your kitchen neat and organized is essential because it’s a room you spend a lot of time in. Not only will it keep your kitchen looking nice, but it will also be easier to grab everything you need while cooking dinner. Here are some great containers, accessories and more that will save your kitchen

Jordi Janau via Getty ImagesWe’ve been wearing masks for a while. Here are the ones kids find the most comfortable. By now, we’ve all been wearing masks for more than a year. And for kids ― especially unvaccinated kids ― who have been in school and now summer camp, masks are still very much an