What’s So Wrong With Gender-Neutral Parenting?
If you ever want to induce eye-rolling among contemporary parents, just throw out the term “gender neutral parenting.” It…
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Chops Her Hair, People Label Her ‘Tomboy’
I’ve never given the word “tomboy” much thought ’til now. That’s because Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, Brad and Angelina‘s 5-year-old girl,…
Lego For Girls Already Exists It’s Called Lego
In case you were worried about your little girl building imaginary worlds out of primary-colored Lego sets, fear not….
Not Sure If Your Son Is Gay? There’s An App For That
Parents who suspect that their son is gay need not do silly things like ask the child or perhaps…
Parents’ Stereotypes Make Boys Fear Their Close Male Relationships
Close friendships for girls are pretty culturally acceptable. From kindergarten through high school to well into adulthood, girls who…
Boys Only: How To Help My Daughter Face Exclusion
I have four wonderful, amazing and energetic nephews. They range from age three to eleven. I love these boys…
Do Girly Moms Hate Their Tomboy Daughters?
There’s a big debate brewing over a new commercial for Tide detergent that shows a prissy, pink cardigan-clad mother…
Mommyish Poll: Would You Buy A $2,000 Gendered Bath Tub For Your Kid?
I’m a big fan of author Peggy Orenstein and I visit her blog whenever possible. Today, the feminist and…
Mommyish Poll: Would You Support The Healthy Media For Youth Act?
Many parents are willing to critique the many media images that their children see in advertisements, television shows, and…