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Pets and Lowering Kids’ Stress

Finally, a parenting topic my own kids will agree I know something about: kids and pets. I live with three children, four cats, and one dog. I’m a lifelong animal lover myself. But the real reason my household includes so many pets: they’re essential to good parenting. There are few moments more validating in the…

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The Upside Of Santa

What’s your guess about the percentage of kids who believe Santa is real? A lot of parents, myself included, would say close to 100%. But University of Texas psychologist Jacqueline Woolley noticed a drop-off in belief in Santa after the tender age of five. That's when kids’ belief in the Tooth Fairy crested as well.…

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Jennifer Connelly Welcomes a Baby Girl!

Jennifer Connelly and husband Paul Bettany welcomed a baby girl on May 31st, her rep confirms. New baby Agnes Lark joins big brothers Stellan, 7, and Kai, 13, Jennifer’s son from her past relationship with David Dugan. Jennifer and Paul confirmed the pregnancylast December.