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From feeding to milestones to parenting styles, our expert-guided parenting section dives into tips, tricks and research to support modern mamas.

mom hugging 4-year-old daughter

The bittersweet magic of having a 4-year-old ✹

You’re no longer a baby, and becoming more ‘you’ everyday.

Updated Dec. 13, 2021

Powerful responses to use when your child whines or complains

If the mental habit remains unaddressed, the complaints will arise again and again.

Updated Mar. 27, 2018

5 Reasons to get a Real Deal Diaper Bag When You’re a Mom

And why the Weekender Diaper Bag by Baby K’tan is Everything.

Updated Mar. 26, 2018

Montessori at home: 8 ways to peacefully transition into toddlerhood

Children look to us as leaders and it’s important to appear confident.

Updated Mar. 23, 2018

Kristen Bell on her parenting life: ‘It’s choreographed’

“Knowing what to expect each day helps a child feel safe and secure,” says Dr. Paula Rauch, child psychiatrist.

Updated Mar. 20, 2018
mom playing with child on the floor

Becoming a SAHM was harder than I expected

In motherhood, there are no grades, or awards, or gold stars. But, it gets better.

Updated May. 06, 2022

The old-school way Kim Kardashian keeps her kid’s clothes organized might surprise you

If North, Saint or Chicago ever loses a jacket, the lost and found will know exactly who it belongs to.

Updated Mar. 18, 2018
baby playing in minimalist crib

6 minimalist cribs we absolutely love 😍

Bonus: They'll be easy to pass down to siblings.

Updated Mar. 16, 2018
exterior of a Toys R Us building

Got Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us gift cards? Spend them NOW

Stores are closing, but gift cards will be accepted for the next 30 days.

Updated Dec. 10, 2021
dad putting a car seat in the car

7 essential car seat safety tips for NICU babies

5. Save money and skip the aftermarket products

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Age-appropriate chores for your toddler—from 14 months to 5 years old

Keep their little hands and minds busy working alongside you.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

6 ways to help ease your child’s transition to daycare

You’ll both be okay, mama.

Updated Mar. 24, 2023
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