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Jennifer Parris

Jennifer Parris is a lifestyle writer at Romper. She covers various parenting topics, including health, toys, fashion, and more. Jennifer's work has appeared in Parents, Mom.me, WAHM, and Mashable, among other media outlets. She was also the senior writer at Working Mother Magazine, where she wrote extensively about the issues facing working moms and their search for work-life balance. She earned her Bachelor's degree in English Honors from Queens College. When she's not writing, Jennifer can be found smooching her four kids (ages 2-19). She's married to the boy she fell in love with when she was 15 years old. She is obsessed with everything '80s, spends way too much time on Etsy and Pinterest, and is unabashedly a Queens girl at heart.
If You're Considering Homeschooling Your Child, Here's How To Start
As you assess your child's academic needs, you might have found that traditional public school just isn't what you want for them. After weighing all of your options, (including remote learning), you've turned to another educational option:…
By Jennifer Parris
Here Are 25 Easy Breakfast Ideas For Preschoolers, According To Real Moms
Sure, breakfast might be the most important meal of the day, but try telling that to a preschooler who’s more interested in playing than eating their pancakes. Still, when your kid has to get up and ready to start the day, you need a meal that’s…
By Jennifer Parris
These Super-Soft, No-Snap Onesies From Peasy Make Diaper Changes A Snap
Whether it’s tending to a diaper blowout in the middle of the night or just a routine change on a busy morning, you want to make changing your baby’s diaper as simple as possible, every time. And sure, having a onesie with snaps at the bottom can…
By Jennifer Parris
Shop These Cute Sauconys Designed By Pediatric Hospital Patients & Support A Great Cause
If you're in the market for new sneakers (for yourself or your child), here's a partnership that you can get excited about in more ways than one. The shoe brand Saucony recently launched Shoes with Soul, a sneaker collection designed by pediatric…
By Jennifer Parris
Here's What Substitute Teachers Really Want You To Know, Especially This Year
Remember when you were a kid and a substitute teacher walked into your classroom? It felt like a party because, more often than not, it was a free period to play, talk with your friends — and let's be honest, not have to take that test you were…
By Jennifer Parris
Here's How To Tell If Your Contractions Are The Real Deal
As you creep closer towards the end of your pregnancy, you might start eyeing your bump suspiciously. Every little leak takes on a grander meaning, and every tiny ache might feel like the onset of labor can be hard to tell if the show’s started. So…
By Jennifer Parris
Does Drooling Make Babies Constipated? Here's What The Experts Say
There’s nothing cuter than when your baby begins to sprout those first few baby teeth, even if that new smile comes with a whole lot of drool. But as those little white bumps start erupting through their gums, you might notice that your baby isn't…
By Jennifer Parris
Does Pumping After Baby’s Done Breastfeeding Increase Supply?
Although your baby might seem to be breastfeeding well, you might have a nagging worry about whether or not they’re getting enough. Unlike giving your baby a bottle, you can’t technically see how much milk they’re taking in. And if you’re also…
By Jennifer Parris
Here's How To Help Your Partner During Labor (Without Making Things Worse)
My husband wanted to help me when I was in labor with our first child. He really did. But here's why it's important to figure out how to help your partner when she is in labor ahead of time: Instead of giving me ice chips, he nervously chomped all…
By Jennifer Parris
How To Make Face Masks More Comfortable For Kids, According To Experts
Whether it’s going to the store or school, your child will most likely need to wear a face mask this fall. But even though you can might be able to make kids understand why they should wear masks, helping them feel comfortable with a cloth covering…
By Jennifer Parris
This Is When You Can Expect Flu Season To Start In 2020, According To Experts
It’s back-to-school season, which means your kid is bound to get sick at some point. But while in past years your kid might have come home with a stuffy nose or a sniffle, this year brings not just the common cold, but concerns about COVID-19 — and…
By Jennifer Parris
This Chia Pet Unicorn Is The Most Magical Creature You Can Grow
If you’ve ever thought about growing a garden but didn’t have the space or time, you might start small with a single plant. But instead of growing a gardenia or a gerbera daisy, why not set your botanical sights higher and make a mythical creature…
By Jennifer Parris
23 Kids Share What They Loved Most About Quarantine *Grabs A Tissue*
If you thought that all children hated quarantine, think again. Some young ones were living their best lives by being at home during the COVID-19 crisis. But as the transition back is underway, many children are going to miss, what was in their…
By Jennifer Parris
These 5 Fast-Acting Diaper Rash Solutions Will Help Your Baby Feel Better Sooner
It seems that no matter how often you change your baby’s diaper, there's bound to be some redness on their rump at some point. And since the last thing you want is for your little one to be uncomfortable, you’ll need some fast-acting diaper rash…
By Jennifer Parris
Your Kids Will Probably Definitely Like This Singing Rainbow Poop Game
Normally, you wouldn’t want to encourage your kid to play with their poop. But you won’t mind them touching a turd when they play with Silly Poopy’s Hide & Seek, a game that kids are pretty much programmed to love, as it involves the aforementioned…
By Jennifer Parris
15 Amazing Under-The-Radar Children’s Books, According To Kids
When it comes to kids’ books, you can’t really beat the classics. But if you thought that you already knew all the would-be classics out there, think again. There are so many books out there that can open your child’s eyes to a whole new world of…
By Jennifer Parris
Here's What To Do If Your Kid Gets Bullied For Wearing A Face Mask
Bullies will look for any reason to taunt their targets, and rule-abiding children have always been their favorite targets. In our current reality, that means there are likely kids out there who will tease your child for doing the right thing and…
By Jennifer Parris
35 Moms Share The Go-To After-School Snacks Their Kids Devour
When you’re a mom, a big part of your parental duty is to be doling out snacks on the daily. But serving up the same ‘ol, same ol’ can get boring pretty fast, especially if your child is eating more than one mini meal a day. That’s when knowing what…
By Jennifer Parris
What Is Unschooling? The Benefits Of This Homeschooling Style Are Unique
As you explore your child’s educational options for the upcoming school year, there might be one alternative that you haven’t considered yet: unschooling. If you’ve heard the term floating around, you need to know what unschooling is and how it…
By Jennifer Parris
15 Cute & Colorful Kids' Umbrellas On Amazon With The Best Reviews
If you’ve ever had a steady stream of rain trickle down your back while you’re outside, then you know how icky that sensation can be. More often than not, this usually occurs when you’re trying to cover your kiddo with your umbrella during a…
By Jennifer Parris