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Washington state lawmakers ease burden for parents challenging school special ed

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SEATTLE — In most places across the country, families face a labyrinth of difficulties trying to navigate special education services — especially if they legally challenge their child's educational placement at school.

Bound by the legal "burden of proof," parents must string together expert witnesses and gather records to prove that the ...Read more

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Using AI for weight loss isn’t a bad thing, personal trainers say

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There are many resources for losing weight, from a gym that provides a free personal trainer to free at-home workout videos on YouTube. But let’s face it, no matter where you or how you start, working out can be intimidating if you don’t know what to do.

If you’ve tried it all and haven’t seen results, or your routine has become ...Read more

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Wellness coach’s unique perspective on health and obesity

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Are you kidding? Is it just me, or are you also amused by a book on better understanding obesity written by a guy named “fast”?

Actually, for anyone who has fallen for the myth implied above, that the easiest way to combat obesity is to stop eating, then it is highly suggested that you read this book, "Obesity…It’s Not What You Think It...Read more

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Why you might have a shingles flare-up after your COVID booster

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Some people have experienced a shingles outbreak days after getting the COVID-19 vaccination, but experts say the latter did not cause the former.

Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is an infection caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, 1 in 3 people will have ...Read more

College Is Not For Everybody

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Q: Our son will be graduating from high school this spring. His friends will all be heading off to college, and it seems he should, as well. But formal education has never been his strong point; he's very gifted mechanically and loves working on our cars and projects around the house. We want to offer him the best prospect of a bright future. Do...Read more

'The Anxious Generation' Has the Worst of Both Worlds

Parents / Lenore Skenazy /

In a blockbuster Atlantic piece, "The Terrible Costs of a Phone-Based Childhood," my Let Grow co-founder Jonathan Haidt says our culture is getting it all wrong when it comes to kids: We "underprotect" them in the virtual world and overprotect them in the real one.

That's the worst of both worlds if we want to raise healthy, happy kids.

The ...Read more

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Formed 20 years ago in Southern California, Cold War Kids are celebrating life in a rock band

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ANAHEIM, Calif. — Singer Nathan Willett says he rarely ever paused to think about the history of Cold War Kids, the indie rock band he and three friends started in an apartment over an Italian restaurant in Fullerton in 2004.

There were albums to make, concerts to play, and publicity to do – like this phone interview before a recent Cold ...Read more

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Family guide to new movie releases

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'ARTHUR THE KING'

Rated PG-13 for some strong language.

What it’s about: The inspirational true story of a street dog who connects with a group of adventure racers, following them hundreds of miles on a harrowing trek.

The kid attractor factor: This is aimed more at adults but could be a fun watch for older kids who love dogs.

Good ...Read more

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Lori Borgman: Protein shake does not meat expectations

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Always interested in maintaining good health with the least amount of actual exertion possible, I began drinking protein shakes a few months ago.

One of our sons-in-law, a combat veteran who works out on a rowing machine and treadmill, lifts weights, runs five miles in scorching heat and freezing cold for fun, often grabs a protein shake to tie...Read more

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Ex-etiquette: Beware of badmouthing

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Q. My son comes home from my co-parent’s home and tells me that they say bad things about me. My co-parent is aware of how damaging badmouthing can be, so I’m surprised by this. What’s good ex-etiquette?

A. Years ago, while standing in line at the supermarket, the woman behind me caught my eye. She had a little one in a car seat perched...Read more

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Tired of water? Here are an NFL dietitian’s healthy alternatives

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“Drinking more water is the easiest way to improve your overall health,” according to Jordan Mazur, MS, RD, and a registered dietitian and director of nutrition for the San Francisco 49ers.

When he’s not fueling up NFL athletes, Mazur is authoring articles with nutritional guidelines to help everyday people perform at their best — so he...Read more

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Want longer, healthier hair? These 3 foods might help

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Growing long, healthy hair can involve vitamins, supplements, hair oils, treatments and can extend to surgery. But if you don’t want to go under, there’s a chance certain foods can help.

“Certain nutrients are necessary for the regulation of the hair growth cycle and hair health in general,” said Health.

There are four phases of hair ...Read more

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Moms say they microdose magic mushrooms to be more ‘present’ parents

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A Missouri Senate committee recently approved Psilocybin (magic mushroom) therapy for veterans in a new bill. Limited use of the hallucinogenic drug may also soon be allowed in Utah. In Oregon, magic mushroom use is already legal. It’s a trend growing almost as quickly as the fungi itself.

Microdosing magic mushrooms is even a flourishing fad...Read more

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What is Cushing’s syndrome, the condition Amy Schumer suffers from?

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Online trolls decided to criticize stand-up comedian turned actor Amy Schumer recently for how she looked during an appearance on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.”

Although Schumer said she “owes no explanation,” the “Life and Beth” star spoke with journalist Jessica Yellin for Substack’s News Not Noise column afterward. She ...Read more

Debt Problem Can Be Improved By Taking Multiple Steps

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Q: I've fallen into a deep hole of credit card debt. I'm spending more than I'm earning every month -- and hopelessly sinking deeper. What can I do?

Jim: Your greatest enemy at this point is inertia. You cannot continue to allow the momentum of the pattern you're in, and your personal fears, to carry you further into financial bondage.

So, ...Read more

Dining Out at the Critter Cafe

Parents / Georgia Garvey /

I have a critter problem.

The specific variety of critter that's troubling me? I don't know.

I know only its aftereffects, the holes bitten in our trash cans and the smallish, slightly oblong droppings the villain leaves behind.

It's tough to identify the culprit because our backyard is a veritable menagerie of suburban wildlife, playing ...Read more

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To make peace with becoming an empty-nester, I had to be at peace with myself

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This column is the latest in a series on parenting children in the final years of high school, "Emptying the Nest."

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Over Presidents' Day weekend, my eldest daughter took her 17-year-old sister to tour a few colleges in Northern and Central California. A part of me desperately wanted to go with them — my youngest's first real college ...Read more

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Florida Senate won't confirm Moms for Liberty co-founder to ethics board

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Senate won’t be confirming Gov. Ron DeSantis’ choice of Moms for Liberty co-founder Tina Descovich for the Commission on Ethics this year, marking the second time since August that an ethics appointee of the governor has run into potential ethical problems.

The ethics board nominees all were recommended for...Read more

Family guide to new movie releases

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KUNG FU PANDA 4

Rated PG for martial arts action/mild violence, scary images and some mild rude humor.

What it’s about: Dragon Warrior Po leaves the Valley of Peace and embarks on a journey to Juniper City in order to vanquish The Chameleon.

The kid attractor factor: It's animated and features a beloved character.

Good lessons/bad lessons:...Read more

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Commentary: Olivia Rodrigo's concerts are not kid-friendly? Don't act surprised

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When Olivia Rodrigo sings, “seeing you tonight, it’s a bad idea, right?” she’s referring to an ex-boyfriend. But parents taking their 9-year-old to her concerts might want to ask themselves the same question.

For months, elementary school-aged children have been begging their moms and dads for a chance to see Rodrigo perform at her Guts...Read more