Parenting Menu – November 17, 2025

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Parenting Insights
By Jordan Smith

The Real Danger: Guns in Our Homes

While school shootings capture our attention, experts emphasize that firearms stored in our houses pose a far greater threat to children’s safety.

New Parenting Trend

The “Cat vs. Dog” Parenting Approach Might Help Your Teen Open Up
If you’ve been channeling a needy dog, consider embracing the independent spirit of a cat!

Crucial Advice

A Therapist Offers 5 Strategies to Shield Your Sons from Online Radicalization
“If you don’t shape his world, the algorithm will,” warns experts.

Straight Talk

Teachers Reveal 11 Things They Wish Parents Would Stop Doing
When we know better, we can do better.

Family Dynamics

Can You Change Your Eldest Daughter’s Natural Leadership?
If you know, you know!

So Relatable

One Mom Reflects on Managing Three Kids in the ’90s Compared to Today
Her humorous observations are spot on.

Exclusive Review

In Your Dreams: A Unique Kids’ Movie That Captures Family Life’s Complexity
This new animated feature on Netflix explores children diving into their dreams to “fix” their parents’ relationship.

Organizational Struggles

A Mom on Reddit Asks How Other Parents Stay Organized
Spoiler: We might all be overlooking some of our own slip-ups.

Trending Concern

Kids Are Participating in the “Flip the Camera” Trend, and It’s Quite Mean
It’s time for a conversation about this bullying TikTok phenomenon.

Confessions of Motherhood

“I’m Pregnant & Can’t Stand My Husband’s Smell” and Other Honest Mom Confessions
We’re all ears.

Take Action!

A Viral Video Highlights Dads Who “Just Show Up” Without Contributing
“One day, I wonder how he would manage without me,” shares a mom blogger.

Wedding Drama

A Bride Is Upset After Her Sister-In-Law Declined to Attend Her Child-Free Destination Wedding
“I absolutely refuse to leave our child alone in our home country.”

Health Alert

Texas Sees a Dramatic Rise in Whooping Cough Cases
A health warning has been issued as cases have quadrupled this year.

Truths About Motherhood

Moms Share the ‘Hardest Truth’ About Parenting
The answer may tug at your heartstrings.

Gift Ideas

A Mom Requests Affordable Gift Suggestions for All Her Kid’s Birthday Parties, and Other Moms Deliver
Now, more than ever, we need creative solutions!

Expert Guidance

Essential Phrases to Use When Your Child Comes Out to You
Learn how to respond with love, trust, and safety.