Lisa Milbrand
Parents Magazine
Bloomfield, NJ, United States
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5 Myths About ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Learning and Attention Issues
Nearly one in five children in the U.S. may have learning or attention issues that impact their ability to succeed in school. But despite advances in understanding these issues, many myths still exist. → Read More
How to Build a Pod (for Learning or Just Socializing) for Your Family
Here’s how to create a safe quaran-team. → Read More
25 Greek Mythology Names That Are Having a Moment
Looking for a baby name with a strong story behind it? From Athena to Zeus, these Greek mythology names are definitely worth a look. → Read More
15 Virtual Field Trips Kids Can Take from Your Living Room
Stuck indoors and looking for something for the kids to do? Let them venture somewhere amazing from the sofa. → Read More
Keep This Genius Hack Handy for the Next Time You Get a Splinter
This mama found a smart new way to extract splinters—no needles required. → Read More
From Evabeth to Jaspin, Made-Up Baby Names Are on the Rise
A new wave of parents are making up their own baby names with the hope of making their kid unique. But what impact do made up names like Maevery and Tovin have on baby name trends—and on the kids who sport them? → Read More
New Laws Could Have Devastating Effects for Some Work-From-Home Parents
Lawmakers in California, New Jersey, and New York have introduced or passed bills that could make it even harder for working parents to earn a living. → Read More
Watch This Sweet Baby Hear Her Mother's Voice for the First Time
Keep your tissues ready for the latest viral video—and the sweet way this little one reacted to her mother's voice. → Read More
5 Ways to Hack Your Holiday Spending
Don't break the bank this holiday season! Try these tips to get a handle on your gift-giving budget. → Read More
All About Postpartum Headaches
After having a baby, many women experience painful, irritating postpartum headaches. Here's what causes them, with tips on what you can do to ease the throbbing. → Read More
18 Illegal Baby Names You Might Want to Keep Off Your List
There aren't a lot of rules about baby names in the U.S. But you might want to reconsider these banned baby names from other countries around the world. → Read More
200+ Baby Nicknames That Are as Cute as Your New Baby
Looking for the perfect nickname for your bundle of joy? Give one of these a try! → Read More
These Are the 20 Worst Baby Names of 2019
These baby names for girls and boys may not be cute, sweet or elegant, but they are most definitely unique. Still, here's why our winners for the worst names of 2019 should give you pause. → Read More
Simone Biles' Mom and Dad Are Her Parents. Period.
Adoption is just another path to becoming a family. It's time for the rest of the world to catch up and understand that. → Read More
5 Things Meghan Markle Has Done That No Other Royal Mom Has
The former American actress has broken the mold of royal motherhood quite a bit! → Read More
Schools Are Threatening to Send Kids to Foster Care Over Unpaid Lunch Debts, and It's Not OK at All
A Pennsylvania school district sent out letters to parents threatening to send their children into foster care for as little as $10 in school lunch debt. → Read More
25 Baby Names Inspired By Harry Potter
J.K. Rowling's epic tale produced some equally epic baby name ideas as well. → Read More
These 'His Dark Materials' Character Names Are About to Become Very Popular (If You Ask Us)
Could HBO's next big show inspire some great new baby names? Let's just say we're liking the odds of Lyra! → Read More
Parents Are Having Measles Parties and It's As Insane As It Sounds
As the number of measles cases skyrockets, some parents have been taking a more dangerous approach to building their kids immunity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends children, teens, and adults be up to date on MMR vaccinations. → Read More
Don't Freak out About the Study Linking IVF With Childhood Cancer
New research suggests that children conceived by IVF may have a slightly higher risk of developing some rare childhood cancers—but experts say you shouldn't worry. → Read More