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A child around age ten standing in a doorway at dusk with a sleeping bag and backpack, glancing back at a parent who watches with a proud, wistful smile

29th July 2026

First Sleepovers: The Letting-Go Milestone Nobody Photographs

The first night away is a real milestone for kids aged 8 to 12, and mostly a test for parents. Here is how to prep your child, ride out the homesick middle, and stay connected without hovering.

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Two children sitting side by side on a low school wall at recess, sharing a snack and talking while other kids move past in the background

29th August 2026

Nobody Charts the Day Your Kid Makes a Friend. Maybe We Should.

The first weeks of school churn friend groups, and the worry that comes with it is normal. Here is why new friendships count as a real milestone for kids 6 to 12, and how to support the skill without hovering.

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