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Your mini-me is growing into their own and they have the personality, milestones under their belt and emotional intelligence to prove it. Here we’ll detail everything your child—and you, Mama—need to thrive during this exciting time in your lives.

Milestones

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Child Milestones

6 signs it’s time to hire a tutor for your child

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Child Milestones

More kids are having ‘fiver’ birthday parties—and it’s pretty genius

It has so many benefits for mamas & kids.

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Children's Health

Getting expelled from preschool is harmful for kids in the long run, AAP says

A new AAP policy on preschool expulsion hopes to offer schools and families more support.

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Child Milestones

This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

What a sweet method to help your kid (and yourself) feel better about school drop off.

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Child Milestones

When’s the best time to start potty training? An expert weighs in

Potty training feels hard because it is hard. But here’s how to have a smooth experience.

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Teacher shares easy hack to help little ones learn how to hold a pencil

"Say goodbye to the fist grip!"

Sleep

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Dad’s viral TikTok hilariously nails every parent’s anxiety when little kids sleep in

Raise your hand if you've felt this way, too.

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Celebrity News

Amy Schumer praises a sleep coach for helping create a bedtime routine that ‘saved’ her family

"We’re finally SLEEPING again."

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Children's Health

Does my child have sleep apnea?

Kids can be affected by this condition, too—here’s what to know.

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Children's Health

7 nutrient-dense bedtime snacks for your kids’ evening routine, according to a dietitian

Taking the guesswork out of that inevitable question.

Nutrition

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Child Nutrition

The best foods to feed your sick toddler, according to a pediatric dietitian

Breakfast for dinner, anyone?

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Child Nutrition

6 Trader Joe’s lunch box heroes I always have on hand

These pantry staples make packing my kids’ lunches *way* easier.

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News

Kids may soon be able to get plant-based milk options at school

According to the USDA’s findings, 29 percent of the cartons of milk served in our schools are thrown in the garbage unopened.

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Child Nutrition

Should we really be worried about picky eaters?

Parents and kids already have enough on their plates, literally.

Learn & Play

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Children's Health

Researchers find a little childhood independence can reduce kids’ anxiety

“We are seeing results equal to much longer therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or medication.”

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Viral & Trending

Mom shares wet playground hack that’s a game-changer for rainy play

So simple, so smart.

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Child Learn & Play

6 crafts and games to celebrate Women’s History Month with kids

Heroine comics, painted portraits and other creative crafts to engage little ones.

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home

5 steps to starting Montessori at home—no perfect playroom required

In their new book, “The Montessori Child,” authors and experts Simone Davies and Junnifa Uzodike share that it’s not about the minimalist aesthetic—but the philosophy behind the method.

Shopping Guides

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Child Shopping Guide

The 4 best kids’ tablets for travel and more

Parent-approved tablets for kids that do everything you could ever need!

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Child Shopping Guide

The mom’s guide to tween stink: 5 kid-friendly deodorants they’ll want to use

Middle school gives them enough to worry about.

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Our Partners

15 Montessori toys you can find at Walmart (and they all cost less than $25!)

Your mini-me is growing into their own and they have the personality…

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Our Partners

Walmart just dropped their Top Toys list, and it’s all under $25 

Your mini-me is growing into their own and they have the personality…

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Parenting

Your guide to age-appropriate responsibilities for toddlers to teens

When is your child old enough to choose their own clothes, make their own friends or clean their own messes? You might be surprised.

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Baby

10 safe sleep guidelines every parent, grandparent and caregiver should know

So you can rest a little easier, mama.

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Child

Your mini-me is growing into their own and they have the personality…

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Collection

Toys To Inspire Open-Ended Play

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Viral & Trending

Dad’s viral TikTok hilariously nails every parent’s anxiety when little kids sleep in

Raise your hand if you've felt this way, too.

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Child Shopping Guide

The 4 best kids’ tablets for travel and more

Parent-approved tablets for kids that do everything you could ever need!

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Children's Health

Researchers find a little childhood independence can reduce kids’ anxiety

“We are seeing results equal to much longer therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or medication.”

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Viral & Trending

Mom shares wet playground hack that’s a game-changer for rainy play

So simple, so smart.

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