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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.

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3 reasons not to ignore your child’s tantrums (and what to do instead)

Have you ever been advised to ignore tantrums? Here's why experts say there's a better way.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
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Self-soothing secrets: How to get baby to sleep and your family more rest

Need more sleep? (Don't we all?) This self-soothing technique may work for your family.

Updated Mar. 28, 2023
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Pumping at work: What you need to know and how to prepare

From packing in advance to talking to your manager, here's how to set yourself up for pumping success.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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For Black women, breastfeeding is an act of revolution

For too long, breastfeeding has been seen as a privilege, but being able to nurse your baby is a human right.

Updated Aug. 14, 2024
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How to help your child deal with a bully, according to a child psychologist

Including how to learn the signs your kid is being bullied.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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11 splurge-worthy items for your baby registry that are totally worth it

These are perfect for a group of friends or family to split.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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I’m raising girls who are ‘includers’ instead of ‘mean girls’

Because this is how we heal the ‘mean girls’ culture—we hold, we include, we love, we empower & we regard our girls.

Updated Feb. 22, 2024
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10 Montessori-inspired phrases to express affection to your kids every day

4. "Do you want to know one of my favorite things about you?"

Updated Feb. 24, 2023
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Mindfulness training helps kids sleep longer, study reveals

Yoga and breathwork at school helped kids sleep an average of 74 more minutes per night.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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A drowning investigator’s plea to parents about water safety goes viral

These 10 tips from an expert can keep your kids safe in the water.

Updated Apr. 09, 2024
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17 books by BIPOC authors you need to read now

Diversify your library and support authors of color at the same time.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022
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