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A Child Raised by Many Mothers: What We Can Learn about Parenthood from an Indigenous Group in Brazil

By Sofia Perpetua — 2019

The Kraho people believe a child should have more than one mother. It’s so ingrained in the culture that the Kraho children use the word “inxe” for both their biological mother and their mother’s sisters or the women their mother considers as sisters, even if they’re not related by blood.

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In Social Sports, It’s About Camaraderie, Not Competition

Social sports leagues, generally cater to people like Jacquelyn Keenan, who sign up on their own or with a small group of friends. Most of the leagues are gender-neutral. “You get to meet so many people,” she said. “It’s not super-competitive, and kickball is a very accessible sport.”

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The Pros and Cons of Youth Travel Teams

It’s wonderful that your child wants to play at a higher level, but you need to be sure they understand what all you’re signing up for if they make the team.

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Why Competition Is Good for Kids (and How to Keep It That Way)

When done right, competition can help your children learn skills they'll use throughout their lives.

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Are Kids’ Sports Becoming Too Competitive?

Many children simply don’t have fun playing sports anymore. Here’s a plan to reverse the “adultification” of youth athletics.

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Culturally Specific Parenting Perspectives