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The dynamics of family life are rapidly evolving, and for many families, that means the necessity for both parents to work full-time. In fact, according to Pew Research Center, nearly half of American households (46%) today have two parents working full-time. Balancing childcare needs against the demands of the workplace [Read More]

Offering a wealth of local parenting insights, resources and inspiration, Birmingham Parent is known as a trusted companion for families across Central Alabama. That was the mission when it was originally founded in 2004, and two decades later—as the publication officially celebrates its 20th anniversary—it’s a mission that the magazine [Read More]

A country singer falls for the girl of his dreams and has to choose between love and his dreams of stardom in Nashville. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Kyla C. comments, “A Nashville Wish is the romantic country film of a lifetime. Combining drama, country music, and romance, this film is [Read More]

In recent years, virtual schooling has emerged as a transformative platform, particularly for children with learning disabilities and special needs. As a special education teacher who has experience both in the brick-and-mortar environment as well as in an online learning environment, I’ve seen the unique advantages that virtual learning offers [Read More]

In August of 1995, the Miley family found themselves in a hospital room celebrating the arrival of their newest addition, a baby girl named Brooke. A year later, the family was back in the hospital for a different reason. Brooke had restrictive cardiomyopathy, a life-threatening condition that the hospital could [Read More]

Helen Keller’s journey, marked by her deaf-blind condition, exemplifies resilience and emotional intelligence (EI). Homeschooled by Anne Sullivan, Helen overcame immense challenges, from basic communication to complex subjects, showcasing her resilience. Helen’s emotional intelligence shone through her ability to connect with others despite her sensory limitations. In 1904, using tactile [Read More]

An Apple Original Series from Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and Gary Goetzman – the producers of Band of Brothers and The Pacific. During World War II, airmen risk their lives with the 100th Bomb Group, a brotherhood forged by courage, loss, and triumph. Masters of the Air is based on [Read More]

Mention the word “chores” to any child or teen who has done them, and the facial expression (or any other form of expression) is most likely going to be negative. Chores are a rite of passage, a child’s debt to society, the price of living at home or something done [Read More]

February is American Heart Month. It is a month to raise awareness about pediatric heart disease and celebrate our cardiac patients and families. Children’s of Alabama has one of the largest pediatric cardiovascular programs in the Southeast. Families of children who need specialized cardiovascular care can turn to the experts [Read More]

Now through Feb. 14, you can send free greeting cards to patients at the hospital. The process is simple. Visit give.childrensal.org/valentinesday and select one of four Valentine’s Day card designs. Hospital staff will print and distribute the cards to patients on Valentine’s Day. “Being in the hospital can be hard for a [Read More]