News Roundup

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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…

  • NPR shared how IVF has led to a record number of 40-something single moms by choice.
  • WalletHub ranked the best and worst cities to raise a family. Number one? Massachusetts.
  • NPR explained how to responsibly recycle your kids’ old toys.
  • The New York Times [gift link] reported on new legislation that lifts a ban on full-fat and 2% milk in federally funded school nutrition programs and gives schools more flexibility in serving nondairy milks.
  • Parents highlighted a new 24/7 helpline that gives student athletes (and parents) a safe place to talk about abuse and mental health concerns.
  • CNBC shared differing reactions to the new autistic Barbie.
  • Today’s Parent featured an essay by a mom who learned the impact of her frequent “Be careful!” warnings to her daughter.
  • Your Laugh of the Week comes from Slackjaw, with “I’m A Boy Mom: Cheers To ME.”

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