The surprising truth about Santa Claus? He's good for kids' developing minds.
Santa isn't a lie; he’s a mystery. Research shows that kids have a positive reaction when they figure it out. And kids appreciate why their parents keep Santa going.
Bring the Scandinavian Festival of Lights Into Your Home
Nestled in the snow-laden pines of the Nordic is a house enveloped in darkness. Inside, a family sleeps. Mother rises first.
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The Second Rule of New Parent Sleep Deprivation: Don't Talk About Sleep Deprivation
If there’s one thing new parents know, it’s sleep deprivation. That’s because babies wake up frequently with normal baby needs. But no matter how well we think we understand sleep durations in th...
?As a little girl, I loved to sleep with my parents, routinely leaving my bed to seek theirs. I’d stand at my mother’s bedside in the inky dark room, feigning nightmares. Did you have a bad dream? ...
The Ultimate Guide for Parents Who Desperately Need Sleep
29 science-backed tips for parents who need to catch up on sleep.
Sleep Proverbs, Re-Imagined for New Parents
“People who say they sleep like a baby usually don’t have one.” Leo J. Burke
21 Tips For Getting Stubborn Kids Out of Bed in the Morning
Even with the best intentions, mornings are often stressful. Having a kid who sleeps in makes it more challenging. Here's what to do.
Night Diary: 11/14/15, New York
From 4:49PM to 3:50AM: Notes collected in the moments of the night.
I am Strong! I am Invincible! But I am a SLAVE to SLEEP!
“Good luck bad luck survival. Sleep is my friend and my rival.” – STARS My relationship with sleep has always been tenuous. I am one of those people who require a minimum of eight hours sleep to p...
Playlist of Songs for Waking up on Spotify
Here's a Spotify playlist of great wake-up songs. Play them in your kid's room when they have a hard time getting out of bed.
When Everything Else Failed, It Was Ferber Time
There’s no one science that can help us muddle through the pain of sleepless nights with small kids. All parents must learn what works for their families.
Issue #3: The Parent's Guide to Sleep
This issue is dedicated to helping parents get better sleep. But it's also dedicated to the creative aspect of sleep.
Sleep? More Like "Choose Your Own Adventure"
Among the myriad of foolish “wisdom” well-intentioned know-it-alls like to offer pregnant women, “sleep while you can” may be the most useless. For one thing, I FEEL LIKE A MANATEE THAT WAS ASSAU...
Rest In Peace: Saying Goodbye to an Old Semi-beloved Pet
The last holdout of a menagerie of pets has been peeing on our things for years. With fading health and fading patience it may be time to say goodbye.
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40 Favorite Gifts for Kids for the 2015 Holiday Season
Some of our favorite gifts for kids for the 2015 holiday season.
Give Great Gifts From Friends of Parent Co.
If you're looking for really special gifts this year, shop the extraordinary wares of these friends of Parent.co.
18 Gifts That Don't Require Shelf Space
If your house is like mine you navigate a Lego minefield and dine amongst art supplies. You sniff stuffed animals for cat pee, refold unworn sweaters and search fruitlessly for the dice of a thousa...
A Guide to Giving Books to The People on Your List
A good book is something that you want to share with the ones you love! So why not get books for your friends and family this year?
10 Destinations That Prove Travel is the Best Gift of All
With travel, adventure, conflict and learning coalesce into shared memories to last a lifetime, making it the gift that keeps on giving.
Issue #2: Holiday Gift Guide (2015)
Suggestions for gifts to give and get, humor about the season, and ideas to share holiday magic with your kids.
35 Gift Picks for Grownups and the Family
Our favorite gifts for grownups for the 2015 holiday season.
Towing My Father and Garuda Across the Sea
I brace myself for the crash. The sound is like an oak tree falling over into a lake, and Garuda's fiberglass hull curls forward and opens up.