Parenting

This affordable manual breast pump helped me extend my breastfeeding journey

An ode to the pump I text all my breastfeeding friends about.

We found the best wearable breast pumps so you can pump hands-free (and most are on sale this week!)

Moms and experts weigh in on their faves.

How do babies learn? A primer for parents

You are your baby’s first (and favorite!) teacher, mama.

Activities for a 5-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From cooking to volunteering to fort building, your 5-year-old is eager to learn and help and play.

Is everyone else a better parent than me?

The comparison trap in motherhood can make you feel like you’re failing. But experts say with the right guidelines, a little social comparison can be a good thing.

Stop apologizing for your kids

Kids will act out and exhibit age-appropriate behavior and this is nothing to apologize for.

5 tips for raising a puppy with kids, according to a professional dog trainer

Create a more enjoyable experience for your family and successfully navigate the puppy stage with these tried-and-true tips.

The benefits of encouraging kids to embrace their differences

What if we taught our kids to look at their differences as a strength instead of a weakness?

Activities for a 4-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From hopscotch to moon rocks, here are 10 fun ideas to keep your little one busy.

Activities for a 3-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

Alphabet soup, anyone?

Activities for a 2-year-old: Fostering your toddler’s development

Who's ready for a pom pom party or cute coffee date?

To the mamas who just want to raise ‘good’ kids

As a parent educator and parenting coach, here are a few things I’ve learned (and recommend to the parents I work with) to help set your children up for success. 

What I learned when I let my kids help around the house

It's hard, but letting your kids help around the house brings big benefits—for everyone.

Activities for an 18-month-old: Fostering your toddler’s development

From animal matching to playing vet, here are our favorite activities to do with your busy toddler.

Activities for a 15-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

That big personality is shining through more and more each day.

3 long-lasting benefits of summer camp for kids

Learn how sending the kids off to camp can positively impact your entire family dynamic, and set your children up for success in the future.

I’ve donated 350,000 oz. of breast milk—here are my best pumping tips

Thanks to hyperlactation syndrome, I’ve been pumping for 8 years—though not by choice.

No, you don’t HAVE to book a vacation during every school break

It's OK to stay home and take it easy.

I am my children’s safe space and their constant comfort

Moms are the quintessential workers that show up every day.

2-year-old milestones

Your toddler loves pushing buttons at this stage (literally and figuratively!).