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Life Kit: Parenting

Raising awesome kids takes help. NPR has science and experts to get you through the toughest parenting moments. Subscribe to get episodes from Life Kit on parenting.

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Kindness Can Be Taught. Here's How

Kindness Can Be Taught. Here's How

Most kids value success and achievement more than caring for others, according to Harvard's Making Caring Common project... Read more

13 May 2019

31mins

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Death: Talking With Kids About The End

Death: Talking With Kids About The End

Whether it's a goldfish or Grandma, every child will experience a death at some point — and their parents will likely st... Read more

25 Feb 2019

24mins

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The Problem With Toy Guns And Princesses

The Problem With Toy Guns And Princesses

Whether it's mini-makeup kits, gross-smelling slime or semi-automatic foam-dart guns, every parent or caregiver has fiel... Read more

18 Mar 2019

26mins

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When The News Is Scary, What To Say To Kids

When The News Is Scary, What To Say To Kids

Whether a school shooting or a deadly tornado, scary events in the news can leave parents struggling to know when — and ... Read more

18 Mar 2019

26mins

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The Darker Side Of Screen Time

The Darker Side Of Screen Time

Emotional outbursts. Lost sleep. These are signs that your kids are spending too much time with digital devices. Here's ... Read more

26 Jun 2019

28mins

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The Brighter Side of Screen Time

The Brighter Side of Screen Time

The family that plays video games together, stays together. When parents become digital mentors, children can learn empa... Read more

24 Jun 2019

23mins

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What Cookie Monster Taught Us About Self-Control

What Cookie Monster Taught Us About Self-Control

Self-regulation skills, including self-control, help us reach our goals, learn in school and get along with others. Mill... Read more

17 May 2019

26mins

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Raising Kids Who Love Math — Even If You Don't

Raising Kids Who Love Math — Even If You Don't

By some estimates, up to 93% of American adults have some degree of math anxiety. The problem often starts in elementary... Read more

15 May 2019

23mins

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'What If We Lived In Two Houses?' Talking Kids Through Divorce

'What If We Lived In Two Houses?' Talking Kids Through Divorce

Even the most amicable split is world-changing for young children. Here are a few key tips for grown-ups trying to help ... Read more

18 Mar 2019

22mins

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'We Wanted To Show Children Real Life': Sesame Street's Sonia Manzano

'We Wanted To Show Children Real Life': Sesame Street's Sonia Manzano

Actress Sonia Manzano is beloved by millions as Maria on Sesame Street. Her character on TV mirrored many of Manzano's ... Read more

31 May 2019

18mins

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Be Honest And Concrete: Tips For Talking To Kids About Death

Be Honest And Concrete: Tips For Talking To Kids About Death

Whether it's a family pet or a loved one, every child will experience a death at some point — and their parents will lik... Read more

28 May 2020

23mins

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Decision Day Is Almost Here. Here's How To Decide For An Unknown Future

Decision Day Is Almost Here. Here's How To Decide For An Unknown Future

While it's hard to know what college will look like this fall, college decision day is almost here. So what can students... Read more

26 May 2020

16mins

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When Will This Be Over? Sesame Workshop's Tips For Parenting During A Pandemic

When Will This Be Over? Sesame Workshop's Tips For Parenting During A Pandemic

Many parents are struggling right now — juggling kids at home 24/7 and coping with their own losses. In this episode, Ro... Read more

12 May 2020

17mins

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Sesame Street's Grover On Coping During Coronavirus: Just For Kids

Sesame Street's Grover On Coping During Coronavirus: Just For Kids

Hey kids! Sesame Street's Grover is here and he's got some great ideas for making your days brighter during coronavirus.... Read more

10 May 2020

12mins

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Kid-Friendly TV Show Recommendations

Kid-Friendly TV Show Recommendations

Parenting during self-isolation can be challenging, and let's be honest — sometimes screen time helps you just get throu... Read more

8 May 2020

16mins

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Here's How To Pick A College During The Coronavirus Pandemic

Here's How To Pick A College During The Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic is making college decisions more complicated. This episode answers the burning questions: How d... Read more

2 Apr 2020

21mins

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6 Tips For Homeschooling During Coronavirus

6 Tips For Homeschooling During Coronavirus

Tens of millions of parents are homeschooling their kids during the coronavirus. Here's a realistic guide to keeping kid... Read more

24 Mar 2020

17mins

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Coronavirus And Parenting: What You Need To Know Now

Coronavirus And Parenting: What You Need To Know Now

Coronavirus is raising a lot of questions for parents. From how to talk to children about coronavirus to weathering scho... Read more

13 Mar 2020

13mins

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'Big Mouth' Creators On Embracing The Awkwardness Of Puberty

'Big Mouth' Creators On Embracing The Awkwardness Of Puberty

Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg are the co-creators of 'Big Mouth,' an animated comedy about a group of tweens stumbling ... Read more

12 Mar 2020

17mins

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What Your Teen Wishes You Knew About Sex Education

What Your Teen Wishes You Knew About Sex Education

Consent, dating, masturbation, porn. It can be difficult talking with teens about sex and relationships. NPR's Life Kit ... Read more

11 Feb 2020

27mins

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