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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.

Our kids are watching—let’s teach them how to love who they are

It’s time to be our own cheerleader, to pat ourselves on the back and to cut ourselves some slack.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Win some of your fave booties AND $150 gift card!

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

How to parent a child with a sensitive heart

This empathy can be great, but also painful at times.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
tween sitting on couch with phone

Facebook’s new Messenger Kids app aims to give moms peace of mind

Kids are going to communicate online. Facebook wants parents to feel confident they are safe when doing so.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
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It’s Science: Your baby will always be a part of you

Research shows genetic material from babies remains in their mothers’ bodies for years after birth.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022
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Montessori at home: why punishment doesn’t work—but consequences do

When they understand the natural consequences, they learn to make responsible choices on their own, rather than to avoid punishment.

Updated Jan. 31, 2023

My 8 steps to becoming a better mama in the New Year

It’s not perfection I’m aiming for, but improvement.

Updated Dec. 20, 2024
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How to help your toddler go to sleep + stay asleep (so you can get rest, too)

Everyone will be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed when you overcome your toddler’s sleep challenges

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

What you need to know about the PURPLE Crying campaign

It’s normal, and it will pass

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

When your children push you away, it’s time to love them more

When you stay calm in the face of their craziness, you all win.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
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If your toddler’s acting up, science says his gut bacteria might be to blame

Certain gut bacterias appear to impact the behavior of toddlers, especially boys.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

How one dad’s web comics are helping parents stay positive

The dad behind Lunarbaboon is drawing what we’re all feeling.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022
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Why your 3-year-old acts like a ‘threenager’

I go in search of whatever patience I didn’t use up when she was two, and remind myself that she’s going through some major life transitions.

Updated Jun. 26, 2023
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Is your toddler ready for preschool? 6 ways to know

Readiness for preschool can include a mix of physical, emotional and social characteristics unique to each child.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Your baby has grown—is it time to transition from a crib to a bed?

From sleeping here, to there—how to make the leap and not lose sleep.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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The real reason your kids act worse for you than anyone else—and how to help

You must become the emotionally safe place for them to vent and process their emotions.

Updated Dec. 13, 2022

Girls start learning about gender stereotypes as young as 5

Here’s how we can help them unlearn them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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