Of $29 million given in Rx Kids funds, report shows most parents spend money on baby supplies, food • Michigan Advance
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Of $29 million given in Rx Kids funds, report shows most parents spend money on baby supplies, food • Michigan Advance

A new report on the Rx Kids program reveals that the vast majority of direct cash support provided to Michigan families is being used to cover essential needs, such as food, housing, and baby supplies. Since its launch at the start of 2024, the initiative—which began in Flint and has since expanded to other communities…
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What Parents of Young Kids Want: Insights from the 2026 National Parent Survey
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What Parents of Young Kids Want: Insights from the 2026 National Parent Survey

The 2026 National Parent Survey stands as the most comprehensive, non-governmental assessment of U.S. parents raising children under the age of six. At the New Practice Lab, we operate on the principle that families possess deep knowledge regarding their own needs, yet government entities rarely solicit their input. How might public policy evolve if it…
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More people are juggling work and kids -
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More people are juggling work and kids –

For many modern parents, the daily routine has become a persistent "tug of war" between professional obligations and family life. A new survey from the Pew Research Center highlights the widespread nature of this struggle, confirming that a significant number of working parents feel they are unable to give 100% of their attention to either…
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Should kids miss school for travel? Inside the growing parenting rebellion over perfect attendance.
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Should kids miss school for travel? Inside the growing parenting rebellion over perfect attendance.

School is in session, yet many families are heading out on vacation anyway. If you wander through theme parks like Disneyland or Dollywood on a weekday in early November, you will notice school-age children everywhere. With no official holidays on the calendar, how is this possible? Are they skipping class or on a field trip?…
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Trump Accounts for Kids Are Now Available: A Guide for Parents on Rules, Considerations and Steps To Open One for Your Child
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Trump Accounts for Kids Are Now Available: A Guide for Parents on Rules, Considerations and Steps To Open One for Your Child

Saving for your child’s future can feel overwhelming, but a new federal program offers families an additional way to save and invest for their children. Under a provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), children under age 18 with a Social Security number are eligible for a Trump Account – an investment account…
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