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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.

Affordable Birkenstock dupes for the whole family
Get the look, style and comfort of Birkenstocks this summer without the price tag—no one will ever know they're not the real thing.

This toddler hugging a photo of her deployed dad reminds us of the sacrifices made by military kids
This viral video is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

This multi-functional nightlight is a bedtime must-have
The Hatch Baby Rest light and sound machine will solve bedtime issues for babies, toddlers, and big kids.

How to talk about war and other difficult topics with your children: An age-by-age guide
For 2-year-olds to teenagers.

An age-by-age guide to talking to your kids about racism
It's never too early to start.

Experts say these will be the must-have toys for summer
While an old-fashioned sprinkler is hard to beat, these must-have toys will keep your children entertained all summer long.

I want less for my children
I miss simple. I miss pure, innocent, naive and sheltered.

5 lies I believed about childcare before I became a childcare provider
Don't worry, mama—your baby's in good hands.

I’m terrified of passing my food issues onto my daughter
But I want to use that fear as motivation to teach her to be better.

5 ways to make the most of story time with your child
Here's how to improve your child's language skills by reading aloud to them.

12 safe fidget toys that soothe anxiety and help kids focus
The best tools to click, spin and squeeze their way to calm.

This 7-year-old girl asked Old Navy for jeans with real pockets—and they said yes
A long overdue win for functional girls' clothing.

8 of the best subscription boxes for cooking with kids
If your kiddo has professed any interest in helping out in the kitchen, these kits are a great place to start.

6 ideas for indoor gardening with kids
Turns out, you don't need a backyard to teach your child the benefits of gardening.

8 Montessori-inspired bath toys that turn bath time into a learning experience
Even bath time can be an enriching experience for kids.

The best sand toys for toddlers and kids that are fun and educational
From the beach to the sand box, we've got you covered.

These water toys will make this summer the best one yet
Here's how you get your kids outside having fun on even the hottest days.

This IG account may inspire you to add kid-friendly charcuterie boards into your mealtime rotation
Think charcuterie boards are just for entertaining? Think again.

The US banned magnets that were sending kids to the ER—now the ban is lifted and ER visits are up by 355%
The high-powered magnets were banned in the U.S. for several years. When an appeals court overturned that decision, children's injuries skyrocketed.

Embrace the mess with this new bucket of pre-mixed Play-Doh
The new bucket weighs nearly three pounds and contains a rainbow of colors for your little one.