https://www.parentmap.com/Latest Articles from ParentMapen-usCopyright ParentMapWed, 22 Feb 2017 11:46:04 -08003600https://www.parentmap.com/article/resistance-protest-parenting-self-care<p> I know not everyone agrees in our country. Some of us are pleased that President Donald Trump&nbsp;wants to turn his campaign promises into reality. Others are scared, angry, frustrated and worried. Regardless, I&rsquo;m guessing the tension makes us all weary.&nbsp; For me, the anxiety I&rsquo;v</p> <p><a href="/article/resistance-protest-parenting-self-care">More..</a></p>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 11:46:04 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/resistance-protest-parenting-self-carehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/rent-paramount-theater-seattle-review<p> The basics On its 20th anniversary tour, Jonathan Larson&rsquo;s Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway musical, Rent, is making an appearance at Seattle&rsquo;s Paramount Theater&nbsp;this week &mdash; and it&rsquo;s worth seeing. The music, the singing, the direction and choreography &mdash; none will</p> <p><a href="/article/rent-paramount-theater-seattle-review">More..</a></p>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 08:49:05 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/rent-paramount-theater-seattle-reviewhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/birth-plan-new-mother-advice<p> I read the right books. I attended La Leche League meetings. I asked all the &ldquo;right&rdquo; questions &mdash; with a birth plan in hand. But sadly, none of that could prepare me for the cascade of interventions I faced when I gave birth to my son last year. And it certainly didn&rsquo;t prepa</p> <p><a href="/article/birth-plan-new-mother-advice">More..</a></p>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 10:52:19 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/birth-plan-new-mother-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/naming-baby-name-culture-advice<p> I have an &ldquo;unusual&rdquo;&nbsp;name. What this means is that in most spaces I occupy, people struggle to say it, spell it or remember it. My name provided a constant source of embarrassment as a child &mdash;&nbsp;I&rsquo;ve heard every variation mispronounced by fellow students and teachers</p> <p><a href="/article/naming-baby-name-culture-advice">More..</a></p>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 10:19:10 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/naming-baby-name-culture-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/kid-friendly-cat-cafes-seattle<p>Seattle Meowtropolitan cat lounge. Photo courtesy of&nbsp;Seattle Meowtropolitan For many of us, cats are always in style. But with the advent of cat caf&eacute;s, it's easier than ever for&nbsp;kitty-crazy families to enjoy the company of&nbsp;cats (and perhaps even bring one home).&nbsp; For tho</p> <p><a href="/article/kid-friendly-cat-cafes-seattle">More..</a></p>Mon, 20 Feb 2017 11:02:44 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/kid-friendly-cat-cafes-seattlehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/free-program-access-tacoma-museums<p>A partnership between Children&#39;s Museum of Tacoma and Tacoma Art Museum connects the dots between art and art-making.</p> <p><a href="/article/free-program-access-tacoma-museums">More..</a></p>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 16:16:57 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/free-program-access-tacoma-museumshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/trayvon-martin-town-hall-seattle<p>Trayvon Martin&#39;s parents share their story and advice for building diversity in new book &#39;Rest in Power&#39;</p> <p><a href="/article/trayvon-martin-town-hall-seattle">More..</a></p>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 11:00:52 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/trayvon-martin-town-hall-seattlehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/planning-a-progressive-day-camp<p>No bucks for camp this year? Plan your own, and get the whole neighborhood involved!</p> <p><a href="/article/planning-a-progressive-day-camp">More..</a></p>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 13:07:03 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/planning-a-progressive-day-camphttps://www.parentmap.com/article/fun-summer-camps-for-seattle-area-kids<p> Wilderness Awareness School Parents of school-aged children (and younger) have a big job to do this drizzly time of year. It&rsquo;s summer camp planning time! We're here to help inspire your search with suggestions for some great camps for all types and tastes. For an even wider range of ca</p> <p><a href="/article/fun-summer-camps-for-seattle-area-kids">More..</a></p>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/fun-summer-camps-for-seattle-area-kidshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/the-weekender<p>Top family events, adventures and free outings around Seattle for the weekend. </p> <p><a href="/article/the-weekender">More..</a></p>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/the-weekenderhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/lego-batman-movie-review-ages<p>The newest installment in the &#39;Lego&#39; movie series doesn&#39;t disappoint with a plot that&#39;s surprisingly poignant</p> <p><a href="/article/lego-batman-movie-review-ages">More..</a></p>Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:02:26 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/lego-batman-movie-review-ageshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/teen-brain-science-linda-chamberlain<p>Brain development expert Dr. Linda Chamberlain shares insights into how your teen&#39;s brain works</p> <p><a href="/article/teen-brain-science-linda-chamberlain">More..</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 15:21:17 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/teen-brain-science-linda-chamberlainhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/rewards-behavior-discipline-kastner-advice<p>There are pros and cons to incentivizing positive behaviors in children — what are they?</p> <p><a href="/article/rewards-behavior-discipline-kastner-advice">More..</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 14:40:51 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/rewards-behavior-discipline-kastner-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/review-cendrillon-at-pacific-northwest-ballet<p>&#39;Cendrillon&#39; is less sweet, but more fulfilling and complex than the familiar Cinderella story</p> <p><a href="/article/review-cendrillon-at-pacific-northwest-ballet">More..</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 13:34:01 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/review-cendrillon-at-pacific-northwest-ballethttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-kid-dates-february-play-list<p>In honor of February, the month of love, we challenge you to drop the nag list and plan some pure fun time with your kids. Here are old- and new-school ideas to try around the Sound, which work as well for one-on-one time as family dates. </p> <p><a href="/article/parent-kid-dates-february-play-list">More..</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-kid-dates-february-play-listhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/treat-free-valentines-day<p>Many districts are now limiting or banning candy and other sweets in the classrooms. Here are 15 treat-free Valentine&#39;s day printables to help you and your little ones still spread the love — without the sugar! </p> <p><a href="/article/treat-free-valentines-day">More..</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/treat-free-valentines-dayhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/hamiltunes-family-friendly-singalong-hamilton<p>Express your family&#39;s &#39;Hamilton&#39; fever at this affordable sing-along in Renton. Next date: Feb. 24</p> <p><a href="/article/hamiltunes-family-friendly-singalong-hamilton">More..</a></p>Sat, 04 Feb 2017 08:37:36 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/hamiltunes-family-friendly-singalong-hamiltonhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/kids-eye-review-of-the-new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-bellevue<p>Find insider tips on the new museum in downtown Bellevue, including what&#39;s new and awesome, parking, snacks, nearby fun and more.</p> <p><a href="/article/kids-eye-review-of-the-new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-bellevue">More..</a></p>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 15:38:18 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/kids-eye-review-of-the-new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-bellevuehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/jacob-lawrence-migration-sam-bring-the-kids<p>This landmark show at SAM makes the history of race in America accessible for families.</p> <p><a href="/article/jacob-lawrence-migration-sam-bring-the-kids">More..</a></p>Wed, 01 Feb 2017 20:53:23 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/jacob-lawrence-migration-sam-bring-the-kidshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parentmap-stands-with-local-families<p>Join us on Feb. 1 to shine a light and show support for refugees and immigrants, inclusion and diversity</p> <p><a href="/article/parentmap-stands-with-local-families">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 16:03:29 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parentmap-stands-with-local-familieshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/please-touch-seattle-area-museums-kids<p>Kid-friendly, greater Seattle-area museums with free art spaces and crafty-cool programs. </p> <p><a href="/article/please-touch-seattle-area-museums-kids">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:59:25 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/please-touch-seattle-area-museums-kidshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/february-2017-print-issue<p> ParentMap, February&nbsp;2017 issue&nbsp;|&nbsp;Read our past issues! Appropriately labeled a fiercely multi-tasking whirling dervish, I recently registered for a two-month Mindful Self-Compassion&nbsp;(MSC) course at the University of Washington&rsquo;s Center for Child and Family Well</p> <p><a href="/article/february-2017-print-issue">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:23:03 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/february-2017-print-issuehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/how-mindfulness-helps-families-and-communities<p>Simply tuning in and being more mindful can help families, students and communities be kind. </p> <p><a href="/article/how-mindfulness-helps-families-and-communities">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:22:45 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/how-mindfulness-helps-families-and-communitieshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/spring-arts-seattle-family-2017<p>Top family shows, concerts and films that will inspire and entertain Seattle-area parents and kids this spring! </p> <p><a href="/article/spring-arts-seattle-family-2017">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:22:30 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/spring-arts-seattle-family-2017https://www.parentmap.com/article/february-2017-print-editors-note<p>ParentMap&#39;s February 2017 Publisher&#39;s Note</p> <p><a href="/article/february-2017-print-editors-note">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:22:07 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/february-2017-print-editors-notehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/stem-computer-science-coding-classes<p>How computer science teaches kids innovation, problem solving, creativity and other essential skills. </p> <p><a href="/article/stem-computer-science-coding-classes">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:21:16 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/stem-computer-science-coding-classeshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/love-marriage-baby-relationship-advice<p>4 unexpected ways parenthood changed one woman’s marriage</p> <p><a href="/article/love-marriage-baby-relationship-advice">More..</a></p>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:20:08 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/love-marriage-baby-relationship-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/valentines-day-crafts-recipes-fun<p>Spread the love with DIY cards, heart-shaped foods and more Valentine&#39;s Day fun</p> <p><a href="/article/valentines-day-crafts-recipes-fun">More..</a></p>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 18:03:59 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/valentines-day-crafts-recipes-funhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/washington-state-paramount-duty-education<p>Washington&#39;s Paramount Duty offers insight into the current legislative session and what you can do about it</p> <p><a href="/article/washington-state-paramount-duty-education">More..</a></p>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:23:49 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/washington-state-paramount-duty-educationhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/kids-nature-2017-photo-contest<p>Share your favorite nature photo on Instagram and you could win some extra cool prizes in this photo contest brought to you by the Seattle Art Museum.</p> <p><a href="/article/kids-nature-2017-photo-contest">More..</a></p>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/kids-nature-2017-photo-contesthttps://www.parentmap.com/article/skip-the-super-bowl-in-seattle<p> You know this, right? Super Bowl&nbsp;Sunday is&nbsp;the best day of the year to do almost anything BUT prep for and watch the big game. Since the Hawks aren't playing this year (sniff, sniff), there will be more of us out and about than a couple of years ago, but still: The usual crowds at museu</p> <p><a href="/article/skip-the-super-bowl-in-seattle">More..</a></p>Fri, 27 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/skip-the-super-bowl-in-seattlehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/one-of-a-kind-story-times-for-seattle-kids-and-families<p>Searching for a new story time to shake things up? We’ve rounded up ten that are as intellectual, fun and quirky as the Puget Sound neighborhoods they serve.</p> <p><a href="/article/one-of-a-kind-story-times-for-seattle-kids-and-families">More..</a></p>Lauren Valencia and ParentMap staffFri, 27 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/one-of-a-kind-story-times-for-seattle-kids-and-familieshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/new-playgrounds-ballard<p>With climbing tower, cool slides and rock features, two updated play areas in Seattle&#39;s Ballard neighborhood offer a reason to get outside in the winter.</p> <p><a href="/article/new-playgrounds-ballard">More..</a></p>Elisa Murray and Nancy ChaneyThu, 26 Jan 2017 14:11:15 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/new-playgrounds-ballardhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/where-to-lunar-new-year-around-seattle-with-kids<p>Celebrate the Year of the Rooster at one of these big Seattle-area public celebrations.</p> <p><a href="/article/where-to-lunar-new-year-around-seattle-with-kids">More..</a></p>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 13:34:55 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/where-to-lunar-new-year-around-seattle-with-kidshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/show-and-tell-the-snowy-day-at-seattle-childrens-theatre<p>Puppets and physical humor bring Ezra Jack Keats&#39; classic stories to life.</p> <p><a href="/article/show-and-tell-the-snowy-day-at-seattle-childrens-theatre">More..</a></p>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 06:31:19 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/show-and-tell-the-snowy-day-at-seattle-childrens-theatrehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/shot-needle-phobia-parent-fuel<p>Whatever their age, kids can get a boost with these tips for facing down fear of shots in this week&#39;s Parent Fuel.</p> <p><a href="/article/shot-needle-phobia-parent-fuel">More..</a></p>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 16:54:59 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/shot-needle-phobia-parent-fuelhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-downtown-bellevue-2017<p>The new KidsQuest Children&#39;s Museum, to open in January 2017, has more programming for older kids, more exhibit space a design intended to foster deep play.</p> <p><a href="/article/new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-downtown-bellevue-2017">More..</a></p>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/new-kidsquest-childrens-museum-downtown-bellevue-2017https://www.parentmap.com/article/3-d-printing-in-greater-seattle-area<p>3D printing is more accessible than you might think! Here are kid-friendly Seattle area spots that teach tech and encourage curiosity. </p> <p><a href="/article/3-d-printing-in-greater-seattle-area">More..</a></p>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 19:54:55 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/3-d-printing-in-greater-seattle-areahttps://www.parentmap.com/article/chinese-new-year-crafts-food<p>From DIY lunar new year crafts to fun books, celebrate the Year of the Rooster with these kid-friendly activities</p> <p><a href="/article/chinese-new-year-crafts-food">More..</a></p>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 17:26:11 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/chinese-new-year-crafts-foodhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/inauguration-weekend-2017-parenting-family<p>Seattle-area families share their various experiences from the weekend of Donald Trump&#39;s inauguration in 2017</p> <p><a href="/article/inauguration-weekend-2017-parenting-family">More..</a></p>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 09:22:51 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/inauguration-weekend-2017-parenting-familyhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/monkeyshines-beloved-lunar-new-year-art-hunt-in-tacoma<p>Grab your flashlights and your kids. Monkeyshines, Tacoma&#39;s beloved annual tradition for Lunar New Year, is on for Year of the Monkey.</p> <p><a href="/article/monkeyshines-beloved-lunar-new-year-art-hunt-in-tacoma">More..</a></p>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/monkeyshines-beloved-lunar-new-year-art-hunt-in-tacomahttps://www.parentmap.com/article/preview-childrens-film-festival-2017<p>This annual festival in Seattle ditches Disney to spotlight 200 films that celebrate differences, diversity and stories from around the world</p> <p><a href="/article/preview-childrens-film-festival-2017">More..</a></p>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 17:04:44 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/preview-childrens-film-festival-2017https://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-anti-bullying-politics<p>A trio of Seattle sixth-graders form the D.C. Bully Busters and head to Washington, D.C., to talk bullying in politics in the wake of Election 2016 and the election of Donald Trump.</p> <p><a href="/article/parent-fuel-anti-bullying-politics">More..</a></p>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 16:30:13 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-anti-bullying-politicshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/healthy-recipes-pcc-natural-markets<p>Some of our all time favorite &#39;Healthy Kids Cook&#39; episodes that are perfect for getting healthy and having fun</p> <p><a href="/article/healthy-recipes-pcc-natural-markets">More..</a></p>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 10:19:24 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/healthy-recipes-pcc-natural-marketshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/8-special-outings-for-kids-and-families-with-special-needs<p>Outing opportunities for special needs kids in Seattle have increased. Fantastic places to bring your child with special needs, autism, sensory issues, or disabilities include Seattle Children&#39;s Museum, Children&#39;s Playgarden, FEAT of Washington Super Saturdays, Children&#39;s Museum of Tacoma family fun night for special needs kids, santa photos with sensory issues, Seattle Public Library Sensory Story time, and Young at Art in West Seattle. A range of outdoor and indoor activities exist in Seattle for special needs kids, families, and their siblings. </p> <p><a href="/article/8-special-outings-for-kids-and-families-with-special-needs">More..</a></p>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/8-special-outings-for-kids-and-families-with-special-needshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/growth-fixed-education-performance-kastner<p>Effort doesn&#39;t always equal academic performance. Unlock your struggling student&#39;s learning by identifying their individual learning process. </p> <p><a href="/article/growth-fixed-education-performance-kastner">More..</a></p>Wed, 18 Jan 2017 12:31:21 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/growth-fixed-education-performance-kastnerhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/student-activist-seattle-youth-marches<p>Seattle-area teens share how they make change through student walkouts, student government, nonprofits and more.</p> <p><a href="/article/student-activist-seattle-youth-marches">More..</a></p>Tue, 17 Jan 2017 11:58:20 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/student-activist-seattle-youth-marcheshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-family-podcasts-parent-fuel<p>Two Seattle parents share their experiences in the world of parenting podcasts. Features Jama&#39;l Chukueke of Diversity Dad and Debbie Reber of TiLT Parenting Podcast</p> <p><a href="/article/parenting-family-podcasts-parent-fuel">More..</a></p>Fri, 13 Jan 2017 08:27:22 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-family-podcasts-parent-fuelhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/how-kids-political-marches-crowd<p>Organizers offer their know-how on navigating a crowded event such as a political march or sports championship parade with your kids and family .</p> <p><a href="/article/how-kids-political-marches-crowd">More..</a></p>Thu, 12 Jan 2017 14:04:50 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/how-kids-political-marches-crowdhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/show-and-tell-finding-neverland-at-the-paramount<p>Based on the 2004 movie of the same name, &#39;Finding Neverland&#39; expands many small moments from the film into musical numbers. </p> <p><a href="/article/show-and-tell-finding-neverland-at-the-paramount">More..</a></p>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 17:12:43 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/show-and-tell-finding-neverland-at-the-paramounthttps://www.parentmap.com/article/first-time-home-buyer-advice<p>A mother searches for a new home and learns a few things along the way</p> <p><a href="/article/first-time-home-buyer-advice">More..</a></p>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 11:50:45 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/first-time-home-buyer-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/living-parents-kids-family-humor<p>Strange smells, crowded beds, ruined furniture — here’s what cohabiting with little monsters really feels like.</p> <p><a href="/article/living-parents-kids-family-humor">More..</a></p>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 10:18:38 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/living-parents-kids-family-humorhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/childhood-stress-how-help-kastner<p>Stress can compromise immune systems, reduce focus and stop learning — is resilience the answer?</p> <p><a href="/article/childhood-stress-how-help-kastner">More..</a></p>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 09:15:31 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/childhood-stress-how-help-kastnerhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/mlk-activities-for-seattle-area-kids-and-families<p> "Life&rsquo;s most persistent and urgent question is &lsquo;What are you doing for others?,'" said Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor his legacy with your kids on and around January 16 by participating in an inspiring MLK Day celebration around the Sound, from the annual rally at Seattle&rsquo;s G</p> <p><a href="/article/mlk-activities-for-seattle-area-kids-and-families">More..</a></p>Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/mlk-activities-for-seattle-area-kids-and-familieshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/donald-trump-president-parenting-advice<p>After the deeply divided election of 2016, one mom muses on moving forward in the presidency of Donald Trump </p> <p><a href="/article/donald-trump-president-parenting-advice">More..</a></p>Fri, 06 Jan 2017 08:29:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/donald-trump-president-parenting-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/tots-can-now-play-away-at-seattle-community-centers-for-free<p>In a win for for accessibility and rainy-day fun, toddler gyms and most other drop-in activities become free at Seattle community centers.</p> <p><a href="/article/tots-can-now-play-away-at-seattle-community-centers-for-free">More..</a></p>Thu, 05 Jan 2017 11:07:41 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/tots-can-now-play-away-at-seattle-community-centers-for-freehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/how-praise-children-self-confidence<p>Praise has its pitfalls, such as narcissism. Here&#39;s how parents can genuinely praise their children.</p> <p><a href="/article/how-praise-children-self-confidence">More..</a></p>Thu, 05 Jan 2017 08:17:45 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/how-praise-children-self-confidencehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/teenage-relationship-abuse-healthy-advice<p>Is your teenager&#39;s relationship healthy or abusive? Experts offer their parenting advice including signs of abusive behavior.</p> <p><a href="/article/teenage-relationship-abuse-healthy-advice">More..</a></p>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 14:28:50 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/teenage-relationship-abuse-healthy-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/teenage-drive-drivers-education-car<p>Is your teen about to get her driver&#39;s license? One mom shares what she learned when her daughter started driving, from worries to growth. </p> <p><a href="/article/teenage-drive-drivers-education-car">More..</a></p>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 08:48:11 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/teenage-drive-drivers-education-carhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/exercise-fitness-family-kids-children<p>Find time for fitness no matter your child&#39;s age with these exercise tips</p> <p><a href="/article/exercise-fitness-family-kids-children">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 14:39:01 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/exercise-fitness-family-kids-childrenhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/january-2017-print-issue<p>ParentMap&#39;s January 2017 print issue with table of contents</p> <p><a href="/article/january-2017-print-issue">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:25:16 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/january-2017-print-issuehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/seahawk-michael-bennett-football-family<p>How Seattle Seahawks player Michael Bennett’s family gives back and keeps their famous football star grounded</p> <p><a href="/article/seahawk-michael-bennett-football-family">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:24:16 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/seahawk-michael-bennett-football-familyhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/abortion-mother-motherhood-parenting-decision<p>Three mothers share their stories of getting an abortion before and during motherhood. </p> <p><a href="/article/abortion-mother-motherhood-parenting-decision">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:23:47 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/abortion-mother-motherhood-parenting-decisionhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/pain-pills-safety-drug-addiction<p>New collection systems help you keep potentially deadly opioids away from curious kids</p> <p><a href="/article/pain-pills-safety-drug-addiction">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:22:57 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/pain-pills-safety-drug-addictionhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/stream-girls-women-math-science<p>Why are girls not getting the same support in math class as boys? Here&#39;s what you should know about solving for XX in the world of mathematics. </p> <p><a href="/article/stream-girls-women-math-science">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:20:26 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/stream-girls-women-math-sciencehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/birding-cranes-eagles-pacific-northwest<p>Birding: This natural scavenger hunt gets families outside in the heart of winter!</p> <p><a href="/article/birding-cranes-eagles-pacific-northwest">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:19:04 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/birding-cranes-eagles-pacific-northwesthttps://www.parentmap.com/article/diabetes-type-one-childhood-health<p>Type 1 diabetes is on the rise in kids — here’s how local families deal with living with T1D today.</p> <p><a href="/article/diabetes-type-one-childhood-health">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:17:58 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/diabetes-type-one-childhood-healthhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/january-2017-print-editors-note<p>Publisher&#39;s Note for ParentMap&#39;s January 2017 Print Issue: New Year&#39;s Resolutions!</p> <p><a href="/article/january-2017-print-editors-note">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:16:56 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/january-2017-print-editors-notehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/baby-teeth-dental-stem-cells<p>Thanks to dental stem cells, your child’s baby teeth are potentially way more valuable than the tooth fairy’s going rate.</p> <p><a href="/article/baby-teeth-dental-stem-cells">More..</a></p>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/baby-teeth-dental-stem-cellshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/home-sweet-home-january-2017<p>Whether you are navigating the crazy Seattle-area real estate market in search of a new house or just yearning to improve your space by better organizing that tsunami of Legos, this issue is filled with expert guidance and tips you can really use.</p> <p><a href="/article/home-sweet-home-january-2017">More..</a></p>ParentMap staffMon, 02 Jan 2017 08:52:09 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/home-sweet-home-january-2017https://www.parentmap.com/article/puget-sound-families-cohousing-and-homeshares<p>From cohousing to house sharing, Puget Sound–area families team up on housing costs, parenting and community. </p> <p><a href="/article/puget-sound-families-cohousing-and-homeshares">More..</a></p>Mon, 02 Jan 2017 08:50:40 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/puget-sound-families-cohousing-and-homeshareshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/neighborhood-nirvana-in-the-greater-seattle-area<p>What&#39;s the magic recipe that makes four Puget Sound ’hoods superspecial?</p> <p><a href="/article/neighborhood-nirvana-in-the-greater-seattle-area">More..</a></p>Mon, 02 Jan 2017 08:45:50 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/neighborhood-nirvana-in-the-greater-seattle-areahttps://www.parentmap.com/article/riding-the-seattle-area-housing-market<p>Harness your resources and follow the experts’ advice to buy your dream house.</p> <p><a href="/article/riding-the-seattle-area-housing-market">More..</a></p>Sun, 01 Jan 2017 22:24:38 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/riding-the-seattle-area-housing-markethttps://www.parentmap.com/article/how-to-love-the-home-youre-with<p>Have a less-than-ideal home but no funds for a makeover, renovation or move? Here&#39;s how to organize and decorate your way to a more perfect home!</p> <p><a href="/article/how-to-love-the-home-youre-with">More..</a></p>Sun, 01 Jan 2017 22:04:57 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/how-to-love-the-home-youre-withhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/5-camp-challenges-and-how-to-solve-them<p>Do you have trouble finding a summer camp for your child? From money to logistics, we tackle top camp challenges and how to solve them. </p> <p><a href="/article/5-camp-challenges-and-how-to-solve-them">More..</a></p>Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/5-camp-challenges-and-how-to-solve-themhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-grit-goal-advice-kastner<p>How adamantly should you encourage work ethic? Here&#39;s what you need to know about this parenting hot topic. </p> <p><a href="/article/parenting-grit-goal-advice-kastner">More..</a></p>Tue, 27 Dec 2016 11:37:55 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-grit-goal-advice-kastnerhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-new-years-election<p>Motivated for the new year after the events of Election 2016, a Seattle family discusses donating and volunteering.</p> <p><a href="/article/parent-fuel-new-years-election">More..</a></p>Thu, 22 Dec 2016 08:54:13 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-new-years-electionhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-time-outs-research-discipline<p>Parents, here&#39;s the latest in how to get positive results from negative consequences.</p> <p><a href="/article/parenting-time-outs-research-discipline">More..</a></p>Wed, 21 Dec 2016 15:43:48 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parenting-time-outs-research-disciplinehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/city-eats-where-to-eat-in-downtown-seattle-with-kids<p>From sausages to scrumptious noodles, where to fuel up when playing tourist in downtown Seattle with kids.</p> <p><a href="/article/city-eats-where-to-eat-in-downtown-seattle-with-kids">More..</a></p>Wed, 21 Dec 2016 13:55:07 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/city-eats-where-to-eat-in-downtown-seattle-with-kidshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/alonda-williams-penny-and-the-magic-puffballs<p>Seattle author and mother writes a book about girls and hair that is actually about bravery and self-acceptance.</p> <p><a href="/article/alonda-williams-penny-and-the-magic-puffballs">More..</a></p>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 16:23:34 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/alonda-williams-penny-and-the-magic-puffballshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/winter-fun-sturtevants-photo-contest<p>The winners for the 2016 Winter Fun photo contest</p> <p><a href="/article/winter-fun-sturtevants-photo-contest">More..</a></p>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 09:31:13 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/winter-fun-sturtevants-photo-contesthttps://www.parentmap.com/article/home-decor-kid-art-houzz<p>Not sure what to do with all your child&#39;s masterpieces? Here are 8 ways to display their artwork in your home. </p> <p><a href="/article/home-decor-kid-art-houzz">More..</a></p>Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:27:03 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/home-decor-kid-art-houzzhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/rogue-one-star-wars-review<p>A movie review about the newest Star Wars Movie — &quot;Rogue One&quot; — and if it&#39;s too scary for kids.</p> <p><a href="/article/rogue-one-star-wars-review">More..</a></p>Mon, 19 Dec 2016 13:35:43 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/rogue-one-star-wars-reviewhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/what-is-hygge-holiday-stress<p>Hygge — the Danish term for a cozy, warm lifestyle and an emphasis on wellbeing — is embraced throughout Scandinavia, and it’s catching on here in the United States as well. </p> <p><a href="/article/what-is-hygge-holiday-stress">More..</a></p>Fri, 16 Dec 2016 09:10:54 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/what-is-hygge-holiday-stresshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-focs-racism-advice<p>In the wake of the 2016 election, FOCS invites families of all backgrounds to discuss race and racism in America in a January 21, 2017, event.</p> <p><a href="/article/parent-fuel-focs-racism-advice">More..</a></p>Thu, 15 Dec 2016 14:12:30 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parent-fuel-focs-racism-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/whos-got-game-fun-sports-and-history-at-the-wing-luke<p>Play games, learn about unsung heroes and be moved at the Wing&#39;s new exhibit about Asian Pacific Americans in sports.</p> <p><a href="/article/whos-got-game-fun-sports-and-history-at-the-wing-luke">More..</a></p>Thu, 15 Dec 2016 11:24:18 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/whos-got-game-fun-sports-and-history-at-the-wing-lukehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/ethnically-diverse-dolls-toys-mom-reflection<p>In a post-election daze, a mother reflects on the rise of ethnically diverse Barbies, and the power of playthings</p> <p><a href="/article/ethnically-diverse-dolls-toys-mom-reflection">More..</a></p>Thu, 15 Dec 2016 08:39:21 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/ethnically-diverse-dolls-toys-mom-reflectionhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/2017-new-years-family-resolutions<p>Use New Year&#39;s as an excuse to write a parenting manifesto or family mission statement, an experience that&#39;s great for organization.</p> <p><a href="/article/2017-new-years-family-resolutions">More..</a></p>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 15:10:46 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/2017-new-years-family-resolutionshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/from-the-sidelines-mountain-slopes<p>Should you bring technology along when you ski and snowboard? Suggestions on apps for your winter outings including those that help with safety, maps, and recording.</p> <p><a href="/article/from-the-sidelines-mountain-slopes">More..</a></p>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 11:30:48 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/from-the-sidelines-mountain-slopeshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/discipline-parenting-advice-bad-words<p>One mom banned three words so that her child could learn to better express herself.</p> <p><a href="/article/discipline-parenting-advice-bad-words">More..</a></p>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 08:42:38 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/discipline-parenting-advice-bad-wordshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/take-the-photo<p>Why moms should never cower from the camera, no matter how they look. </p> <p><a href="/article/take-the-photo">More..</a></p>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 12:54:24 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/take-the-photohttps://www.parentmap.com/article/real-fake-christmas-tree-farm<p>Pitting flexibility and ease against cost and the environment can leave anyone stumped — this guide can help</p> <p><a href="/article/real-fake-christmas-tree-farm">More..</a></p>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 10:22:23 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/real-fake-christmas-tree-farmhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/into-the-woods-outdoor-preschools-in-greater-seattle<p>Children have always loved playing outside, but we now know the many benefits of nature connection for kids. We explore the rise of outdoor preschools in greater Seattle and how to find one for your tot.</p> <p><a href="/article/into-the-woods-outdoor-preschools-in-greater-seattle">More..</a></p>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/into-the-woods-outdoor-preschools-in-greater-seattlehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/injecting-culture-into-christmas<p>How do you view Christmas? One mom reflects on whether Christmas whitewashes and asked a few local families how they respond. </p> <p><a href="/article/injecting-culture-into-christmas">More..</a></p>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 16:37:24 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/injecting-culture-into-christmashttps://www.parentmap.com/article/6-stem-tastic-apps-for-girls<p>Encourage your daughter&#39;s interest in science, technology, engineering and math with best new iPhone and Android STEM apps for kids and students!</p> <p><a href="/article/6-stem-tastic-apps-for-girls">More..</a></p>Mon, 12 Dec 2016 15:26:19 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/6-stem-tastic-apps-for-girlshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/climate-change-kids-parenting-advice<p>Tips from scientists, activists and policy experts on how to talk to children, kids and teenagers about climate change and global warming</p> <p><a href="/article/climate-change-kids-parenting-advice">More..</a></p>Fri, 09 Dec 2016 09:03:33 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/climate-change-kids-parenting-advicehttps://www.parentmap.com/article/parentmap-lecture-series<p>Here is all the latest information on ParentMap&#39;s popular lecture series.</p> <p><a href="/article/parentmap-lecture-series">More..</a></p>Fri, 09 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/parentmap-lecture-serieshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/preschool-previews<p>Preschool previews - Find the best program for your child! </p> <p><a href="/article/preschool-previews">More..</a></p>Fri, 09 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/preschool-previewshttps://www.parentmap.com/article/best-holiday-activities-seattle-washington<p>Chances are good there&#39;s a festive activity right for your family — consider this your guide to finding holiday fun for kids in Seattle and the rest of Western Washington.</p> <p><a href="/article/best-holiday-activities-seattle-washington">More..</a></p>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 12:17:42 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/best-holiday-activities-seattle-washingtonhttps://www.parentmap.com/article/olympic-athlete-kristi-yamaguchi-book<p>Twenty years after she won gold, the famous figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi shares her work as an author, mother and philanthropist.</p> <p><a href="/article/olympic-athlete-kristi-yamaguchi-book">More..</a></p>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 11:51:06 -0800https://www.parentmap.com/article/olympic-athlete-kristi-yamaguchi-book