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My husband is the best dad—even when his work takes him far away

Our kids might remember the days he wasn't here, but I know they'll remember how present and loving he was when home.

5 of the best subscription boxes to keep your kids learning all summer

Kids need learning activities over summer break, and these subscription boxes can help.

15 books about Juneteenth for kids of all ages

Juneteenth, or Emancipation Day, is an important holiday for kids to understand.

Amazon Prime Day is coming! Here are the best early deals you can shop right now

It's coming on July 8-11, but you can get a jump today!

Did I love you enough today?

In the moment, the chaos is so real, but when it's over, it's over and I just want to wake you up and say, "HEY! You did good today, kid."

You can’t be a perfect mother. So be a ‘good enough’ mother.

Children are resilient and their emotional responses in the moment are not a measure of how good you are as a mother.

I am not a perfect mom but I am a ‘good enough’ mom

Sometimes I buy big bags of organic carrots and sometimes I declare it ‘pizza night!’ I am good enough at nutrition.

Simone Davies and Junnifa Uzodike on Raising Montessori Babies

4 parenting lessons I learned from my awesome dad

Best summer sensory activities for babies & toddlers

Water tables, sensory bins and tummy time on a blanket in the shade can greatly benefit your child's development.

8 podcasts that are perfect for your family road trip this summer

Listening to a podcast as a family is a great compromise when it comes to kids and technology use in the car.

75 Cancer zodiac baby names for June & July babies

Those born under the Cancer sign are creative, sympathetic and loyal.

7 positive phrases to boost your toddler’s brain development

"Let's turn off the iPad and read a book together. Will you turn the pages?"

How to safely avoid bug bites + apply bug spray to kids

Itchy red bug bites may seem like an unavoidable part of summer, but there are some ways to avoid them.

Becoming ‘big sister’: How being a first-born daughter develops leadership in girls

Worried about your little girl becoming a big sister? Fear not, mama. She is going to thrive.

It’s science: The benefits of nap time on your child’s brain development

Daytime napping in preschoolers is vital for memory consolidation.

Mama, stop worrying about these 5 things when it comes to your child’s development

3. Your child's spirited temperament

Singing to your baby is great for their brain development, says new study

And it doesn’t even matter if you’re off-key. 

The unexpected flu symptom every parent should be aware of

Hives.

It’s science: Vacations make your kids happy long after they’re over

Whether you're planning a quick trip to the lake or flying the fam to a resort, the results are the same: A happier, more connected family.