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JAG Institute Releases Annual Report Indicating Increased Rate of Childhood Bereavement

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

DENVER, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new report indicates that 1 in 12 U.S. children will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18, or approximately 6 million youths. The JAG Institute, in partnership with the New York Life Foundation, today released the 2023 Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model (CBEM) National Report which approximates rates of U.S. childhood bereavement. The JAG Institute provides groundbreaking research, education and training to help communities understand the magnitude of childhood bereavement and gain the evidence based tools they need to address the growing need.

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  • 2023 Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model shows 1 in 12 U.S. children will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18.
  • The JAG Institute , in partnership with the New York Life Foundation, today released the 2023 Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model (CBEM) National Report which approximates rates of U.S. childhood bereavement.
  • The JAG Institute provides groundbreaking research, education and training to help communities understand the magnitude of childhood bereavement and gain the evidence based tools they need to address the growing need.
  • The 2023 CBEM National Report indicates a growing number of children are projected to experience bereavement by adulthood.

PACKIT® EXPANDS ITS POPULAR LINE OF FREEZABLE BABY PRODUCTS

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PackIt®, the makers of the first foldable, freezable lunch bag, today announced that it has expanded its baby products line to include additional items and styles designed to help busy new parents. The Freezable Double Bottle Bag (New!), Freezable Breastmilk & Formula Cooler, and the Freezable Snack Bag take the stress and worry out of storing breastmilk, formula, or snacks for your baby. These innovative coolers are the ideal solution for parents on the go to keep breastmilk, formula, and perishable snacks chilled for hours!

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  • AGOURA HILLS, Calif., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PackIt ®, the makers of the first foldable, freezable lunch bag, today announced that it has expanded its baby products line to include additional items and styles designed to help busy new parents.
  • ), Freezable Breastmilk & Formula Cooler, and the Freezable Snack Bag take the stress and worry out of storing breastmilk, formula, or snacks for your baby.
  • PackIt®, the makers of the first freezable lunch bag, today announced that it has expanded its baby products line.
  • All three offerings are designed with PackIt's patented EcoFreeze® Technology: freezable gel built into the bag's walls and feature a new antimicrobial lining.

Harris Teeter Makes Good on New Marketing Campaign Slogan "In Food With Love"

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

MATTHEWS, N.C., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Harris Teeter, the Southeast's premium grocery store, donated a truck full of most-needed items to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina in Charlotte in celebration of the company's refreshed logo and new slogan — "In Food With Love."

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  • "At Harris Teeter, we strive to reach more people, inspire more action and do more good in the communities we serve," said Tammy DeBoer, president of Harris Teeter.
  • Harris Teeter has partnered with Second Harvest for more than 30 years, supporting the food bank's work to provide food and grocery items to charitable agencies that help people in need.
  • Along with the donation, Harris Teeter recently revealed its refreshed logo and tagline — "Your Neighborhood Market" and launched a new marketing campaign with the slogan "In Food With Love."
  • In the coming months, Harris Teeter will roll out refreshed branding in-store and eventually on local Harris Teeter storefronts.

National Non-Profit, Founders First CDC, Opens Applications For The 2023 Kitty Fund Grant For "Mompreneurs"

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

SAN DIEGO, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Founders First CDC (Founders First), a 501(c)3 non-profit that empowers expansion and job creation in diverse founder-led, revenue-generating businesses, announced its 2023 Kitty Fund. The $25,000 fund provides eligible small businesses throughout the United States an opportunity to receive a $1,000 microgrant.

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  • SAN DIEGO, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Founders First CDC (Founders First), a 501(c)3 non-profit that empowers expansion and job creation in diverse founder-led, revenue-generating businesses, announced its 2023 Kitty Fund.
  • "As a grant recipient for the Kitty Fund last year, we used the funds to start our newest venture called AskSamie.
  • The Kitty Fund is made possible through the efforts of women-owned businesses who want to sow into other women-owned businesses.
  • I feel honored to support my fellow moms through the Kitty Fund," said Barbara Clarke, Board Chair, The Impact Seat Foundation, which is a funder of the Kitty Fund.

Drone technology market size in education sector to grow by USD 499.16 million from 2021 to 2026; Growth driven by increased emphasis on STEM education - Technavio

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Exhibit 17: Data Table on Global Market: Year-over-year growth 2022-2027 (%)

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Exhibit 17: Data Table on Global Market: Year-over-year growth 2022-2027 (%)
Exhibit 18: Historic Market Size – Data Table on Global science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) toys market 2017 - 2021 ($ million)

Once Upon a Farm Partners with Little Sleepies to Celebrate National Sleep and Nutrition Month with a Vibrant Collection of Fun Pajamas and Nutritious Snacks

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

BERKELEY, Calif., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Once Upon a Farm, the next generation children's nutrition company and makers of organic, crave-worthy snacks and meals for kids of all ages, has partnered with Little Sleepies a mama-founded sleepwear & lifestyle brand known for its buttery soft Lunaluxe™ bamboo PJs to celebrate National Sleep Awareness and Nutrition month this March. The collaboration will feature a fresh collection of nutritious snack bundles and Little Sleepies signature cozy pajamas and accessories designed in Once Upon a Farm's vibrant fruit and veggie illustrations to inspire a lifetime of healthy eating and sleeping.

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  • The collaboration will feature a fresh collection of nutritious snack bundles and Little Sleepies signature cozy pajamas and accessories designed in Once Upon a Farm's vibrant fruit and veggie illustrations to inspire a lifetime of healthy eating and sleeping.
  • "At Once Upon a Farm, we know nutrition and sleep go together like fruits and veggies," said Once Upon a Farm Cofounder and Chief Brand Officer Jennifer Garner.
  • Little Sleepies shares our goal of giving kids the best and sharing the goodness with others in the process.
  • Prices for the Little Sleepies x Once Upon a Farm collection range from $12-$68.

PatPat and Care Bears™ collaborate again to launch new clothing collection inspired by the magical world of Care-a-Lot

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

From rompers to stylish hooded sweatshirts, PatPat x Care Bears™ collection offers something for every 0 to 24-month-old baby.

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  • From rompers to stylish hooded sweatshirts, PatPat x Care Bears™ collection offers something for every 0 to 24-month-old baby.
  • Select PatPat x Care Bears™ Collection styles blend Naia™ with regular cotton, which stays soft, warm, and snuggly.
  • “We are proud to collaborate with Care Bears again to launch our exclusive new clothing range, boasting designs inspired by the cuddly appearances of the Care Bears from the wonderland of Care-A-Lot.
  • Their adorable apparel is the perfect canvas for showcasing the Care Bears.”
    The latest PatPat x Care Bears™ collection will be available in the PatPat app and on the website starting on March 21, 2023.

CHOP Researchers Find Strong Adolescent-Parent Relationships Lead to Better Long-term Health Outcomes in Young Adults

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that adolescents who report strong relationships with their parents have better long-term health outcomes. Study findings, published today in JAMA Network Open, suggest that investments in improving parent–adolescent relationships could help improve general health, mental health and sexual health, while also reducing substance use in young adulthood.

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  • Study findings, published today in JAMA Network Open, suggest that investments in improving parent–adolescent relationships could help improve general health, mental health and sexual health, while also reducing substance use in young adulthood.
  • Prior research shows that positive characteristics of parent-adolescent relationships are associated with improved mental health, sexual health and overall general health, while also reducing the risk of substance abuse and cardiovascular issues.
  • To help address these issues, this study utilized data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health .
  • "The overall pattern of these results suggests strong relationships between adolescents and their mothers and fathers leads to better health and well-being in young adulthood," Ford said.

beanz Magazine Launches Digital Campaign to Reach Children in At-Risk Communities Nationwide

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

beanz, the award-winning magazine bringing educational and inspirational content about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) to children, adults and teachers, today announced a new digital media campaign to expand its reach among children in at-risk communities.

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  • beanz, the award-winning magazine bringing educational and inspirational content about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) to children, adults and teachers, today announced a new digital media campaign to expand its reach among children in at-risk communities.
  • “We’re excited to expand beanz magazine distribution to kids in at-risk communities around the country,” said Tim Slavin, Publisher.
  • “Thanks to beanz we’re able to distribute the magazine to children at food banks, homeless shelters and battered women’s shelters around the country,” said John Mennell, Executive Director of MagLiteracy.org.
  • If you’d like to apply to have your organization added to the distribution list, please send an email to [email protected] .

Primrose Schools® Students Combat Literacy Crisis & Give Back to Local Communities through Nationwide Book Drive

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

The annual book donation campaign, Og's Bountiful Book Drive, involved more than 70,000 children, and this year resulted in more than 75,000 books collected – a 65% increase over last year's donation efforts.

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  • The annual book donation campaign, Og's Bountiful Book Drive, involved more than 70,000 children, and this year resulted in more than 75,000 books collected – a 65% increase over last year's donation efforts.
  • Each year, the book drive kicks off a year full of charitable giving opportunities as part of the Primrose Promise℠ Corporate Social Responsibility program.
  • Og's Bountiful Book Drive inspires children to think in new ways and instills a love of learning in the earliest learners.
  • In addition to Og's Bountiful Book Drive, Primrose students participate in service-learning projects throughout the year, including the Caring & Giving Food Drive, Spring Fling and many more.