It's hard to imagine a First Lady who could do a better job harnessing the power of social media than Michelle Obama. She's a pioneer and she's CRUSHING IT. The Verge
The Youngest Casualties in the War on Obesity
It's hard to say what's more ill conceived: BMI report cards or the measurements themselves. Either way, they may do more harm to our kids than good. Pacific Standard
For 80 Years, Young Americans Have Been Getting More Anxious and Depressed, and No One Is Quite Sure Why
"Modern life is not good for mental health." Going to just keep that card in my back pocket and play it on the days I just can't get my shit together.
I Didn’t Know How Much I Loved Autocorrect Until It Was Gonne
There's no doubt my fumble thumbs and distracted brain have benefitted from Autocorrect. But more importantly, it makes my phone feel like an old friend when it fills in my made up expletives. Wired
If You're A Real Grown-Up, Minivans Are Cooler Than Crossovers
As we loaded $3,500 worth of IKEA wares into her trunk, and fired up the Frozen DVD for the kids, it occurred to me my girlfriend's Honda Odyssey is the car of the gods. Stigma be damned. Jalopnik
There's been a lot of change for dads in a short period of time. Today they work as many hours as previous generations, but do three times the childcare and twice the housework as dads a generation ago. In this interview, Scott Behson, PhD, author of "The Working Dad's Survival Guide" talks about how working dads can create a more balanced life of family, work, and self, and how employers can help make it happen.
With a few practical tips and strategies in place, you can stay on top of your other responsibilities so you don’t feel overwhelmed by too many changes at once.
Being a new parent can feel lonely. Here are some ways to get out there and make new friends - and nurture your existing relationships (even while exhausted).
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