Parenting tips, tools + news

April 29, 2024

We’ve discovered the ultimate parenting superpower. Think you’ve got it?

While the weather leaves something to be desired, another sign of spring is here: baby animals! We’ve rounded up the best places to find these cute little balls of fluff. Plus, getting outside can help with a challenge most parents battle every single day.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. While we all celebrate in different ways, a handmade card from a kiddo is sure to tug at the heartstrings.

— Kari Hanson, associate editor

The ultimate parent superpower

This essential parenting tool will help maximize your capabilities and wisdom.

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10 ways to combat screen time brain rot

Screen time damages the body clock, brain chemistry and reward pathways. Protect your child's mind with these strategies.

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Art and tech summer camp — enrolling now

Open World helps students develop tangible skills in fields like computer science, game design, music and art.

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15 adorable DIY Mother’s Day cards

Maybe leave this tab open to score one of these thoughtful cards.

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Early World year-round enrollment

A play-based school shaped by STEM principles. We are in Bellevue at 13831 Bel-Red. Currently enrolling kids ages 12 months to 5 years; registration fee is waived in May.

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When was the last time you put yourself first?

Join ParentMap on Wednesday, May 1 for a free ParentEd Talk and uncover essential self-compassion tools to prevent burnout.

3 things to do with kids this week

Start dreaming of warm summer nights around the fire and reserve one of the seven best campgrounds in Washington for families.
Delight your critter lovers and head to one of these charming petting zoos or farms near you.
Climb the epic 20-foot-high tower and then slide all the way down at this cool new playground.