These pitfalls at home are common, but the solutions are surprisingly simple.

“The school wanted to put my children on the fast track to success — shouldn’t I want the same thing?”

Drop in 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday–Sunday, Jan. 18–19, to make a tropical Mason jar terrarium. A $15 activity fee covers all materials and instruction.

Unfortunately, a restful day in bed isn’t an option for most moms. So what’s a sick mama to do?

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Here’s to being slightly healthier, happier and less stressed parents.

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Kidist Habte advocates for equitable funding of Seattle Public Schools.

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