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Big changes happening! From preschool to play dates and homework to household chores, here’s what you need to know to navigate the childhood years.

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20 best books for 5 year olds

This is the age and the stage to show them the beautiful world around them and these books help do just that.

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The ultimate list of spy books for the little super sleuth in your life

There’s nothing covert about how amazing these spy books are, perfect for curious minds and little spies.

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14 activity books for kids of all ages

From mazes to making your own slime, these activity books will help keep kids brains, and hands, busy any day of the week.

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A new study shows vegetarian diets are healthy for most kids

Results from a study of nearly 9,000 kids shows that kids who follow vegetarian diets have similar growth to those who eat meat, but proper planning is important.

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I’m sick of nagging my kids to do their chores—5 things I’m trying instead

Nagging my kids to do their chores makes me feel like I'm failing. Like I must be doing something wrong. 

sleep schedule: mom holding sleeping baby next to crib

It’s OK to prioritize your baby’s nap schedule

It might be a holiday or special occasion, but you know what your baby needs.

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8 books that help teach kids about war

These children’s books will not only help your kids understand this difficult subject, they will probably help you, too.

positive affirmations for kids

Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

big emotions

9 phrases that can help stop a toddler meltdown in its tracks

Sometimes we all need a little help putting feelings into words.

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10 helpful phrases to say when your child struggles in social situations

8. "Did I ever tell you about my experience with friendship at your age?"

little girl looking up at the sky- raising mentally strong kids

Mentally strong kids have parents who refuse to do these 13 things

A strong mental muscle is the key to helping kids reach their greatest potential in life.

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