Parenting After the Manchester Bombing
How do families move forward with confidence after scary events like this one take place?
A Guide to Gamer Slang for the Non-Geek Parent
Whether your child is a gamer geek, a fantasy nerd, or an all-around lovable dork, you’ve probably heard some of these terms.
How I Know My Tween is Adulting Better Than Most Adults
Raising confident daughters who have strong senses of self-worth is my main goal as a mom. I think I'm doing just fine.
The Intentional Path to Becoming a Sensitive Parent
Sensitive parenting has been associated with multiple social, cognitive, and emotional benefits for kids.
The Simple Phrase That Is Changing How I Parent
Connection is the key to helping kids learn how to behave, and parents have to be the calm in the midst of their kids’ chaos. This phrase can help.
I caught the movie "Kramer vs. Kramer" the other day. I first saw the movie when I was a young teen in the 1970’s, too young to really understand its significance at the time. Now though, as a sing...
I'm Likely Raising an Average Kid and That's Exactly What I Want
The odds of raising a genius or professional athlete are pretty low. It’s much more likely they'll be of average ability – it’s just simple statistics.
We happily claim our kids' positive attributes as part of our genetic contributions. But what about their bad habits and irrational fears?
Can Parents Buck the Cell Phone Guilt?
How can parents find a balance between using phones when they are helpful and necessary, and avoid the negative outcomes they bring?
One Mom’s Primer for Crisis: How to React to Childhood Hospitalization
If someone you love is in a situation that requires emergency hospitalization, these are the most helpful ways to communicate with the family.
Four Ninja Mama Moves to Get Your Child to Bed
I've managed to come up with a few ninja moves which have proven effective and manage to slyly deliver my boy to bed and under the covers in record time.
What I Wish I'd Known About the Second Year of Parenting
Depression has always been my grown-up version of the monster under the bed. While I couldn’t say for sure that I'd experienced it firsthand, I always sensed it was close.
It was late September. Sunshine filtered through the dirty windows of the pediatric exam room. Dr. Cohen, sinewy and nasal, was perched on his rolling stool, avoiding my goldfish eyes. At the best ...
How I Became a Good Parent Without Losing My Mind
Obviously, no system can remove all the stress from parenting or guarantee perfect children. But this one magic question certainly helps.
The Most Important To-Do on Your Vacation Itinerary
After countless excursions and years of traveling with children I always find myself forgetting our most important travel item: down time.
What Goodbye Ritual Starts Your Day?
No matter how the day plays out, we will always have that “good goodbye” until we’re all together again.
How Becoming a Non-Conformist Can Make You a Happier and More Fulfilled Parent
When it comes to parenting, there are times when breaking away from the mold can actually make you a happier and more fulfilled parent.
The Right Way to Apologize to Your Kids
If apologizing is a necessary part of this parenting gig, then here's how to make it count.
Simple Solutions to Beat Picky Eating
If your internet search history includes entries along the lines of, "Can toddlers survive on fish fingers and strawberries?" then this article is for you.
Slow Down and Savor Summer With Your Soon-To-Be-Kindergartner
The first day of school may seem far off, but it always comes too soon. Savor the small steps and you’ll savor the entire season.
How to Protect Your Empathetic Kid from All the Feels
As great as empathy can be, sometimes you need to turn down the volume on the emotive remote.
Google Scholar is the Parenting Tool You're Overlooking
No matter what your experience level is, you can use this search tool to find more satisfying answers to your parenting questions.
The Real World Iterations of What Parenting Books Suggest
Traditional parenting tips provide the groundwork to raise happy, confident children. Then reality hits.
Single-Moms-By-Choice Are Doing A Fine Job, Thank you very much
New info indicates it's more likely negative influence on development depends more on kid/parent relationships than growing up without a father.