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They Had FOMO So They Had Kids — Now, They Regret It: Rutgers Study They Had FOMO So They Had Kids — Now, They Regret It: Rutgers Study
They Had FOMO So They Had Kids — Now, They Regret It: Rutgers Study FOMO: It's the fear of missing out and exactly what a group of now-regretful parents say pushed them to have children, a study by Rutgers University has found. The study found that one in every 14 parents in the United States, or about 7 percent, say they wouldn’t have children if they could do it over again, according to the study. Rates of parental regret are even higher in parts of Europe, such as Germany (8 percent) and Poland (13.6 percent), Rutgers University said in a release. One of the main reasons that regretful parents have children in the first place may be fear of missing …

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38 Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38
Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38 Support is on the rise for the daughters of New Jersey native and beloved father Joseph Thomas Kobialka, who died after a valiant battle with cancer on Monday, April 25 at the age of 38. Born in Somers Point, Joseph grew up New Gretna before recently moving to Georgetown, Delaware, where he lived at the time of his death, his obituary says. Joseph was known for his love of nature and the outdoors, including fishing, trapping, and photography, according to his memorial. He also had a passion for media and creating art. Above all, Joseph is remembered for embracing his role as a caring and …

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by Valerie Musson
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NJ Dad Who Ran After Stolen Car With Son Inside Recounts The Horror, Hopes Others Take Note NJ Dad Who Ran After Stolen Car With Son Inside Recounts The Horror, Hopes Others Take Note
NJ Dad Who Ran After Stolen Car With Son Inside Recounts The Horror, Hopes Others Take Note A Bergen County dad whose car was stolen with his 11-year-old son still in the back seat said he desperately chased the speeding vehicle on foot terrified by the thought that he'd never see his boy again. Then came a moment of what he suspects was divine intervention. Now Daniel Reiser hopes others can learn from his ordeal. The youngster was "wet and frozen" from a morning soccer game when they pulled into the parking lot of the Chase Bank on County Road near Central Avenue in Tenafly around 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 2, Reiser said. "I went into the ATM vestibule just a few feet in…

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by Jerry DeMarco
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NJ's Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra Welcome Baby NJ's Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra Welcome Baby
NJ's Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra Welcome Baby New Jersey's Nick Jonas is a dad. The Wyckoff native and Priyanka Chopra have welcomed their first child with the help of a surrogate. The couple made the announcement in a post on Chopra's Instagram on Friday. "We respectfully ask for privacy during this special time as we focus on our family. Thank you so much," Chopra writes in the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) The couple had been hoping to have a child for some time according to an interview with Vanity Fair in Feb. 2022. When asked about…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Norwood's New 'Flavor Lab' Holding Virtual Cooking Class For Kids Norwood's New 'Flavor Lab' Holding Virtual Cooking Class For Kids
Norwood's New 'Flavor Lab' Holding Virtual Cooking Class For Kids A new cooking studio that halted its Norwood opening due to the COVID-19 pandemic will soon be holding virtual classes for kids. The Flavor Labs, slated to open at 514 Livingston St., says the classes encourage kids to "think outside the bowl." Prices and launch date have not yet been announced. The classes will require minimal guidance and will give children an outlet to "express themselves creatively, while developing confidence in the kitchen," the website says.  Parents get a recipe card with a list of ingredients and tools needed a day ahead of the class to prepare. "Studi…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Social Distancing: What About The Kids? Social Distancing: What About The Kids?
Social Distancing: What About The Kids? Two things were inevitable after Americans were asked to stay home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus: Youngsters would spend more time outside with their friends and parents would spend more time on Facebook. Sure enough, exchanges among parents in large social media groups are increasing over the wisdom of large teen gatherings. It flared Wednesday in one of the dwindling number of North Jersey municipalities where public parks have remained open amid the pandemic. It was two days earlier that President Trump, speaking with alarming concern, asked the nation to avoid gathering in …

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by Jerry DeMarco
Lifestyle
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family It’s hard to say goodbye to summer. Heading back into the school routine can create more stress for everyone in the family. Busy schedules, academic pressure, and lack of sleep can raise anxiety levels. Furthermore, we have less time to relax and connect with each other. With that in mind, here are some strategies to ease the transition back into the school year. Build the family’s resilience and positivity. Resilience is our ability to bounce back from difficult events or emotions. The more resilient we are, the more we can handle the stress of the busy school year. Fortunately, there ar…

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Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Doorbell Cam: Paramus Police Officer Prepared For Patrolling, Parenting Doorbell Cam: Paramus Police Officer Prepared For Patrolling, Parenting
Doorbell Cam: Paramus Police Officer Prepared For Patrolling, Parenting Amit Vaidya had no time to think when his two-year-old son Jaiden bolted out their front door and across the lawn toward the street. The Paramus police officer raced after the toddler, snatching him from potential harm's way. Vaidya's doorbell camera captured the incident, earning him praise from Facebook followers who watched the video. The officer, however, insists things could have turned out differently. "Situational awareness is a critical skill when it comes to parenting and policing," said Vaidya, who started with the Paramus Police Department five years ago next month. "You can …

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
The Last Word On 'Momo Challenge': It’s A Cruel Hoax Playing On Your Paranoia, Mom The Last Word On 'Momo Challenge': It’s A Cruel Hoax Playing On Your Paranoia, Mom
The Last Word On 'Momo Challenge': It’s A Cruel Hoax Playing On Your Paranoia, Mom You know what some say is worse than a bogus video called "The Momo Challenge" that encourages children to harm themselves or others? A viral social media explosion that scares the pants off their parents. Yes, teen suicide continues to plague the U.S. But in a country of nearly 326 million, there hasn’t been a single reported incident of a child responding to "The Momo Challenge” by taking pills, stabbing someone or harming themselves, authorities said this week. “Please be aware that many trusted sources say IT IS A HOAX,” said Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo, one of the top l…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Lifestyle
Newport Academy Examines The Effects Of Helicopter Parenting Newport Academy Examines The Effects Of Helicopter Parenting
Newport Academy Examines The Effects Of Helicopter Parenting The term “helicopter parenting” describes parents who are overinvolved in their children’s lives. They hover close by and swoop down to help at the first sign of trouble. And helicopter parents don’t change their behavior as their kids get older: they continue to hover as teens enter high school and even when they head off to college. As parenting teenagers has become increasingly complicated, helicopter parenting has become more prevalent — along with so-called “lawnmower parents” and “snowplow parents,” who not only hover but also mow down or plow away any obstacles in a child’s or teenag…

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Lifestyle
'Spoiled Kids': Bergen County RHONJ Star's Newspaper Column Causes Controversy 'Spoiled Kids': Bergen County RHONJ Star's Newspaper Column Causes Controversy
'Spoiled Kids': Bergen County Rhonj Star's Newspaper Column Causes Controversy Some are calling it unethical journalism. Others say it paints a realistic picture. A newspaper column by a "Real Housewives of New Jersey" cast member details a visit to a sprawling mansion of a "new friend" in which she questions: "Do too many gifts create spoiled children?"  The piece by new cast member Jackie Goldschneider doesn't identify the home, but it's believed to be that of Jennifer Aydin of Paramus. Goldschneider opens by describing the residence, complete with an indoor basketball court, movie theater and "bouncy castle bigger than my home." She goes on to poll local experts …

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Newport Academy Tackles The Ins And Outs Of Raising A Teen Newport Academy Tackles The Ins And Outs Of Raising A Teen
Newport Academy Tackles The Ins And Outs Of Raising A Teen Parenting teens can be challenging, but it can also bring immense joy. However, during difficult situations, turning to time-tested, evidence-based strategies for parenting can be helpful, regardless of age. Whether parents are dealing with the “terrible twos” or with a teen mental health crisis, having a toolkit for keeping calm, creating a harmonious household and relating to their children in positive ways can be invaluable. In order to help raise a healthy, well-rounded and respectful teen, parents must remind themselves that they are the role models for their children. The way they cond…

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Police & Fire
Police Warn Parents About Private Snapchat Feature Police Warn Parents About Private Snapchat Feature
Police Warn Parents About Private Snapchat Feature Police are warning parents about a Snapchat feature that they might not be aware of. “There is a section that is hiding in plain sight: It is called ‘My Eyes Only,’ found in the camera roll,” Ridgefield Park police warned on Friday. “This section is passcode protected and is where images/videos can be saved privately,” the department wrote. “Items in this section would be images/videos taken by your child with that specific device.” To see if your child has activated this private area: Open Snapchat (it should open to the camera); Swipe the screen upward, which should take you to "…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Obituaries
Passaic County Mom Mourning Daughter Reveals How Addiction Impacts Families Passaic County Mom Mourning Daughter Reveals How Addiction Impacts Families
Passaic County Mom Mourning Daughter Reveals How Addiction Impacts Families The mother of a 23-year-old Bloomingdale girl who passed away after several years of battling addiction is raising awareness toward the disease that took her daughter's life. Ashley Breeze was giving sobriety one last shot. Her reasons to keep fighting were her two kids, Ralph and Isabella. "She had been working so hard to get her life together for them," Breeze's mom Caroline Denaro of West Milford said. "She had gone through three different detox programs and had been taking various parenting and life courses. She had been clean for some time now." But Breeze died s…

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by Cecilia Levine