The Case for Making “Play Date Birthday Parties” the Next Big Parenting Trend
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The Case for Making “Play Date Birthday Parties” the Next Big Parenting Trend

Are big parties stressful or out of your budget? Consider this idea for the sweetest, most peaceful birthday celebration you can imagine.

If you’re a parent watching your expenses (and who isn’t these days?), or if you…

Support Letter for Data Collection Regarding College Students’ Parenting in Maryland
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Support Letter for Data Collection Regarding College Students’ Parenting in Maryland

In January 2025, a prominent higher education policy organization released a report highlighting significant trends and challenges facing colleges and universities. The document emphasized the importance of innovative approaches to address issues such as enrollment declines, student retention, and financial sustainability. It provided recommendations for institutions to adapt to changing demographics and the evolving job market, encouraging collaboration and investment in technology to enhance educational outcomes. The report aimed to guide policymakers and educational leaders in making informed decisions to strengthen the higher education system.

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Hundreds Gather at Capitol to Advocate for Parental Rights: ‘We Won’t Share Parenting with the Government’

The parental-rights debate is intensifying in Washington, highlighted by the large turnout of people who ventured out in gloomy weather to protest at the Capitol Campus in Olympia on Saturday.

Conservative…

Family to Launch Sensory Play Gym for Children
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Family to Launch Sensory Play Gym for Children

February 14, 2025

A new space for young people, ranging from toddlers to teens, is set to open in March. We Rock the Spectrum will serve as a sensory gym tailored for children of all abilities. Designed with inclusivity in mind, it aims to provide a fun and engaging environment for kids to play and interact.

Cash Assistance Now Available for Mothers and Babies in Certain Areas of the Upper Peninsula
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Cash Assistance Now Available for Mothers and Babies in Certain Areas of the Upper Peninsula

Jessica Kline is seen with her 17-month-old daughter, Aurora Wright, at their home in Munising in the Upper Peninsula. Aurora was born prematurely at just 24 weeks gestation. Unfortunately, none of the hospitals in the region were equipped to…