Survey Shows Americans Don T Know How Chocolate Milk Is Made

If seven percent of people thinking chocolate milk comes from nature seems impossible, that’s probably because it is. While people are latching onto this story to expose the stupidity of Americans, the reality is that it’s highly likely that a number of those surveyed were presented with a multiple choice test and went with the purposely silly answer. The real story is that the study does expose that people are, in fact, ignorant about their food’s origin....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 250 words · Geraldine Lindsey

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December 13, 2022 · 0 min · 0 words · Sandra Nelms

Texas Judge Blocks Child Abuse Investigations Into Trans Kids Families What Next

According to Forbes, Travis County Judge, Democrat Jan Soifer, ruled to block the investigations on Friday in response to a lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Lambda Legal to stop the ongoing investigations into three families of transgender teens in Texas. The restraining order also blocks investigations into local members of PFLAG, an LGBTQ+ advocacy group, which has approximately 600 members in the state, the publication reports....

December 13, 2022 · 3 min · 535 words · Joseph Lucas

The Main Event Is A Safe Shadow Boxing Game For Energetic Kids

Prep Time: None Entertainment Time: 10-15 minutesEnergy Expended by Child: Substantial What You Need: An open space with enough room to keep your contestants separated.A couch, where you call sit comfortably to call the action.A timer or stop watch.Optional: A bell, scorecards, and a numbered sign to announce the upcoming round. How to Play: Start by making sure your two combatants are standing in different corners of the room, and that any potential obstacles in the middle are picked up or moved....

December 13, 2022 · 3 min · 507 words · William Lakey

The Modern Family Finale Left The Door To Spin Offs Wide Open

Cam and Mitchell move to the Midwest after Cam is hired as a college football coach. Jay and Gloria decide to travel to South America to see her family for the first time since their wedding. Sudden empty-nesters Phil and Claire decide to go on a cross-country road trip. Series co-creator Christopher Lloyd spoke to Entertainment Weekly about why the show ended the way it did. “We embraced that idea of putting people on new paths that are exciting for the audience to imagine, but also necessitates a big goodbye from everyone,” Lloyd said....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 295 words · April Abramek

The 11 Things Parents Should Stop Saying To Teachers According To Teachers

“I don’t know what the problem is. He doesn’t act like that at home.” It’s probable that your kid doesn’t act like “that” at home because at home, they’re not surrounded by 20 other students who are equally as energized and excited and uninhibited as they are. “It would be helpful for a parent to see that disruptive behaviors increase exponentially when you add peers,” said one teacher. “We are going on a vacation for a week....

December 13, 2022 · 3 min · 467 words · Leola Harris

The 20 Best Movie And Tv Dads Of 2021 Brutally Ranked

We’re starting with the worst fictional dads of 2021, and counting up to the best! Some spoilers ahead, for well, everything. From James Bond to Ted Lasso, and some shows and movies you may have missed, here’s our deep dive into all the fake dads of 2021. Along with though way, if you want a few deep dives with some of these dads, we’ve offered links and insight into when we talked about them earlier in the year....

December 13, 2022 · 8 min · 1702 words · Carolyn Potter

The 27 Parenting Tips On How To Discipline Kids And Toddlers

Here’s what researchers, scientists, and experts recommend doing to make sure that discipline sticks. Discipline Rule #1: Stay Calm Think of discipline like a parking ticket — there’s discomfort, inconvenience, and guilt, but not suffering.Be cool, calm, and consistent. Showing composure will teach your child how to properly manage their emotions from angry to a calm state, as will hugs and kisses after the discipline has been given out.Focus on engaging in a calm dialogue....

December 13, 2022 · 4 min · 683 words · Isreal Wilkerson

The 36 Best Gifts For Grandparents Our 2021 Picks

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December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 30 words · Sarah Nagy

The Beloved Nostaliga Hot Dog Toaster Is On Sale For Prime Day

The Nostalgia Retro Pop-Up Hot Dog toaster is one such magical device. It’s about the same shape and size as a regular toaster with a couple of key differences. Instead of slots that fit a standard piece of bread or bagel half, this toaster has two semicircle-shaped openings that accommodate unfolded hot dog buns and, between them, two round openings that accommodate the wieners themselves. A simple knob on the side lets you adjust the heat level before you press down the lever to start cooking....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 170 words · Brian Nez

The Best Baby Snowsuits To Keep Kids Warm This Winter

When you’re choosing snowsuits or buntings, make sure they’re weather-appropriate. Meaning, if you’re living in a very cold area on par with Arendelle, get a snowsuit that’s insulated and will trap heat against the body. The more zippers the better, because you want gear that’s quickly removable, especially when dealing with a disgruntled, squirming child and a soaked diaper. Once your child is out of diapers, a two-piece makes more sense because it’s easier for kids to use the bathroom without having to take off the entire ensemble....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 201 words · Lawrence Dahl

The Best Bourbon Whiskey Made By Celebrity Brands

Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon — Bob Dylan Created in partnership with Bod Dylan, this sourced Tennessee bourbon is one worth tracking down. Rich and delicious, it has flavors of vanilla and buttered toast that mingle well with a subtle spice. Buy Now $44 The Pogues Irish Whiskey — The Pogues The Celtic British band The Pogues have been inspiring song, dance, and drink for more than 30 years. Made in partnership with the independent West Cork Distillery, the whiskey that bears their name is as lively as their music....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 368 words · Ron Leab

The Best Carry On Luggage For Family Travel

RELATED: Here’s the Travel Gear Experienced Dads Think You Need BedBox by JetKids BedBox is a hardshell ride-on suitcase for kids that converts into an in-flight bed once you’re airborne and free to move about the cabin. All you have to do is flip the suitcase’s lid, extend the plastic bedplate, and roll out the mattress. The bed is designed to be used by the window (although it works in the middle too) and allegedly fits every type of plane seat....

December 13, 2022 · 6 min · 1191 words · Leo Mercier

The Best Contraction Timers And How To Use Them

“People have always timed contractions, but [contraction timers are] a simplified way to do that,” says Dr. Sidney Wu, a doctor of obstetrics and gynecology at New York’s Weill Cornell Medicine. The apps “can be helpful as an adjunct. Are they necessary? No. But they’re not harmful. I would caution people to of course to use their own judgment and not just go according to what the app says. Use your common sense....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 216 words · Melissa Barnett

The Best Electric Scooters For Kids Who Are Ready To Roll

We do want to make it abundantly clear that electric scooters are intended for older riders. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 16 should not ride electric scooters, period. Electric scooters should be ridden with the proper protective gear (helmets are must for all riders; beginners should wear pads) and, until they’re confident, kids should have parental supervision. But what should you look for in the actual ride?...

December 13, 2022 · 3 min · 463 words · Kenneth Mccubbin

The Best Household Disinfectants To Buy For Coronavirus And How To Use Them

Per the CDC, the virus is spread primarily “through close contact from person-to-person.” It may be possible to get it from touching a surface that has the virus on it and then touching your face or eyes, but it’s not the primary way it’s transmitted. Still, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces is never a bad idea. The CDC defines cleaning as “the removal of germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces” (ie....

December 13, 2022 · 4 min · 652 words · Fern Cumming

The Best New Spider Man Movie Just Dropped An Incredible Trailer

On June 2, 2023, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will hit theaters. The new trailer has just dropped and it’s pretty stellar. Following the events of 2018’s Into the Spider-Verse, the new film once again focuses on Spider-Man Miles Morales as he and Spider-Gwen meet a myriad of other versions of different Spider-heroes from different realities. The big news in this trailer? It appears Spider-Man 2099 (voiced by Oscar Isaac) has some kind of beef with both Miles and Gwen....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 263 words · Elizabeth Pearson

The Best New Beers To Drink This Spring

Tennessee Brew Works Walk the Lime Concocted in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the springtime pays double homage, the first of which is to Johnny Cash, one of the city’s most famous. But it also tips its hat to the nearby Batey Farms, an eighth-generation property from which the brewery sources its wheat. Called by its founder “a real patio pounder,” it’s perfect to pair with the Southern spring, a hotter-than-expected season that demands a chilled American Wheat beer and fresh lime zest....

December 13, 2022 · 4 min · 794 words · Brent Walker

The Best Sippy Cups To Transition From The Bottle

When shopping for a sippy cup, find one that is sturdy, easy to clean, spill-proof, and easy for babies to hold. The fewer parts it has, the better, both for ease of use and safety reasons. Cups with side handles are usually winners, so toddlers can hold them, but some kids prefer ones without. Plastic ones are the most lightweight, but stainless steel cups are another great option because they keep drinks cold....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 103 words · Darcy Quirk

The Best Type Of Tag Is Arm Leg Tag

Prep Time: None Entertainment Time: 5-15 minutesEnergy Expended by Child: Moderate to High What You Need: An open room or yard.The ability to balance and hop on one leg. How to Play: Tag has always been a pretty straightforward game, and this variation is no different. To start, pick a room, yard, or field in which to play. Depending on its size, mark off designated boundaries with tape or cones to keep players contained....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 291 words · Margaret Brenner