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5 Ways to Get Outside in Autumn and Why Science Says You Should

by ParentCo.

All those hours kids spend climbing trees and following bugs really do soothe their psyches. Fall may require another layer, but it's well worth it.

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How to Combat the Back-to-School Worries

by ParentCo.

Although returning to school is exciting, it also induces anxieties that are sometimes difficult to quell.

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7 Reasons Why Being in Nature is Essential for Kids

by ParentCo.

There is much that nature can do for us all. The following are seven significant reasons to convince you to make more time for it with your whole family.

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Babies Who Sleep in Their Own Rooms at Four Months Sleep Better

by ParentCo.

Babies who sleep in their parents’ bedroom at four months old have shorter sleep stretches than their counterparts who sleep in their own bedrooms.

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More Pediatricians Are Writing Prescriptions for Nature

by ParentCo.

Parents have found the outdoors to be a panacea for everything. But recently, even physicians are beginning to prescribe doses of nature to their patients.

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How to Cope on No Sleep

by ParentCo.

Some expert advice for when you know you won’t be getting the hours of shut-eye your body and brain are craving.

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Minimalism: A Key to Mental Health as a New Parent

by ParentCo.

Parenting is hard for all of us. Practicing minimalism as much as possible in other aspects of your life is a great way to maintain mental health as a new parent.

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What I Need My Kids to Know About Postpartum Depression

by ParentCo.

600,000 mothers each year in the U.S. struggle with postpartum mental health disorders. I was one of them.

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9 Things You Should Never Say to Same-Sex Parents

by ParentCo.

Culturally reinforced naiveté is understandable coming from a small child. But there's no great excuse when it comes from adults.

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5 Expert Tips for Emotionally Healthy Sibling Relationships

by ParentCo.

A sibling means having a companion, confidant, and advocate. It also means having someone who is always around when you’d rather have them somewhere else.

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Emotionally Healthy Kids Have These 6 Things in Common

by Sanya Pelini

How do you know whether or not your kid is emotionally healthy or on the way there?

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The Real Reason You Should Garden With Your Kids

by ParentCo.

You can garden with your kids without leaving the house or changing out of your pajamas. Best of all, it will save you at least one trip to the grocery store.

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5 Mother's Day Gifts That Definitely Don't Need Wrapping

5 Mother's Day Gifts That Definitely Don't Need Wrapping

by ParentCo.

Flowers and chocolates are great! And yet, moms need society to make some big changes about how we view and treat them on Mother's Day and every day.

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How to Achieve Long-Lasting Happiness

by ParentCo.

Wouldn’t we all love to find the key to real happiness? Stay committed to these steps and you may discover it was with you all along.

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Why You Should Offer Your Kids a Mental Health Day

by ParentCo.

When do you start talking to kids about mental health? Likely, the earlier, the better.

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The Rollercoaster of Eczema for Mothers of Small Children

by Natasha Scripture

While my baby's eczema is considered “mild to moderate,” it has crippled us because it causes him to itch incessantly, especially at nighttime. One mom's story.

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Creating the Perfect Bedtime Routine for Babies and Little Kids

by Charlie Fletcher

When your baby sleeps, their brain and body build towards the development goals they’ll need as they grow. Good rest makes all the difference for the whole family.

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How to Double Down on These 8 Environmentally Conscious Efforts

by ParentCo.

While they might not seem like monumental efforts, over time, all these little changes you can make with your family add up to a positive impact on the environment.

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8 Science-Backed Reasons for Letting Your Kids Play Outdoors

by ParentCo.

You probably already know that outdoor play is essential for children's health and well-being. Here are eight science-backed reasons that prove you're right.

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Letting Go of Mom Guilt with Yoga

by Lindsay Scouras

Incorporating habits that you feel your best can be beneficial not only for you but your entire family. Because when you feel better, you parent better.

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3 Fundamental Ways to Build Confidence in Your Post-Baby Body

by ParentCo.

I’m learning to feel more confident in my post-baby body, while also focusing on finding ways to feel better about my health. Here are three ways to start.

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3 Ways Your Kids Can Find Mindfulness Through Nature

by Sandi Schwartz

From visualizations to nature sound apps, there are so many ways to experience mindfulness using nature even from inside the comfort of your home.

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How New Parents Can Create - and Maintain - a Morning Routine

by Charlie Fletcher

A solid morning routine will ensure that everyone gets fed and changed at the right time, and will give you a chance to practice some (any!) self-care.

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3 Breathing Exercises to Calm Kids of All Ages

3 Breathing Exercises to Calm Kids of All Ages

by Sanya Pelini

Teaching kids to use these visual breathing exercises can help them learn to use breath effectively.

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