Whether you're a parent wondering about when your kids should start kindergarten, or you're agonizing over what to wear to your child's wedding, TODAY Parents covered all parts of the spectrum this year. There also were plenty of heartwarming moments and Disney discussions along the way. Here are some of the top stories from TODAY Parents in 2024.
Disney is practically unavoidable if you're a mom, but some women have taken their love of it to a whole other level. TODAY Parents spoke with diehard Disney moms like Alice Clark Payne (above), whose family moved to Florida just to be closer to Disney World. "Being at Disney made the (negative) feelings go away," she said. The women also shared how they've dealt with the mockery over their obsession and how being super fans has helped their parenting.
It's not just college athletes who are redshirting anymore — it's kindergarteners. TODAY Parents examined the phenomenon where parents purposely wait an extra year to enroll their children in kindergarten. They cite reasons ranging from worries about their kids being emotionally ready to giving them an advantage in athletics. Experts shared tips for parents considering redshirting and whether it's right for their kids.
Enjoy a feel-good moment over the holidays thanks to the Kentucky bus driver known to the kids as Mr. Larry. When Larry Farrish Jr. saw that a little boy named Levi was in tears because he didn't have pajamas for Pajama Day at school, Farrish went the extra mile. He finished his route, bought some pajamas and went back to school to give them to Levi. "When he got me the pajamas, I did a happy cry," Levi said. Make time for this heartwarmer.
We always love a good mom debate on the internet, and this one had readers buzzing. Louisiana mom Lori DeWitt walked down the aisle at her daughter's wedding in a custom Audrey + Brooks floral dress that sparked a discussion. Was she trying to upstage her daughter? Or was it simply a beautiful dress? Her daughter shared her take with TODAY Parents, and we rounded up all the reactions.
Brooke Shields is going through a parental rite of passage: becoming an empty nester. The legendary actor, model and entrepreneur opened up to TODAY Parents about her youngest daughter going off to college, focusing on her health at 59 and how she views aging. "Listen, if you get something done, you're crucified for it. If you don't get something done, you're crucified for looking old. You cannot win," she said. "So find out what works for you. If it makes you feel good about yourself, go for it."
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