Parenting

Her baby was diagnosed with COVID-19 and now this mama has a message for you

"We never thought it would happen to us because we were so careful," Barker tells Motherly, adding that she chose to share her story on social media because she doesn't want other families "to take even just an ounce of risk" when it comes to spreading the novel coronavirus.

18 chores for kids that teach important life skills

The key is to treat your kids' chores as if they are a real job.

This viral post about the Fourth Trimester is exactly what new mamas need right now

"We are alone. Together. You are surrounded all the other mothers who are navigating this tender time in isolation. You are held by all of us who have walked the path before you and who know how much you must be hurting. You are wrapped in the warm embrace of mama earth, as she too settles into this time of slowness and healing."

The case for ‘unschooling’ during the pandemic

Unschooling parents don't formally try to "teach" children—they let their children follow what brings them joy.

Hold your own family ‘Olympics’ this weekend with these 20 games

Let the games begin!

8 ways to reconnect with your child, even when you’re pressed for time

We're all juggling a lot right now—and these sweet, bite-sized rituals can help keep the peace at home.

Brene Brown’s simple advice for parenting when you feel like there’s nothing left to give

It's called a "family gap plan" and it's pretty genius.

Pregnant mamas—our babies are the hope the world needs right now

We're growing our babies during a monumental time in our world's history.

5 expert tips to get the most of online learning resources

Yes, kids are getting a lot more screen time right now—here's how to do it right.

The truth about moms & newborns being separated as hospitals cope with the pandemic

It's rare, but it is happening.

20 indoor boredom busters (that don’t involve screen time)

Stressed out, mama? Kids climbing the walls? When the going gets tough, the tough do a conga line.

30+ activities you can do with preschoolers to 10-year-olds

Including a sample homeschooling schedule.

10 phrases parents can use to help kids understand social distancing

1. "We're all working together to fight this."

17 fascinating + fun virtual activities to entertain you and your kids during the coronavirus outbreak

It's time to have a little fun, mama.

Poison control alert: Keep hand sanitizer away from kids

One small but important item parents may have overlooked amidst the chaos of coronavirus confinement this week? Baby and kid-proofing our new quarantined lives.

Please don’t stockpile baby formula

The coronavirus pandemic might be inciting some panic buying, but we don't want the reserves to get low for families who can't afford to buy formula right now.

Social distancing for parents means empty playgrounds & canceled playdates

Some doctors are calling for playdates, birthday parties and sleepovers to be canceled to stop the spread of coronavirus.

12 art activities for kids that encourage creativity at home

These easy art projects you can do at home build serious creative skills.

10 fun Montessori-inspired ways to introduce cooking to your child

4. Put them in charge of snacks.

28 educational apps for toddlers, preschoolers + elementary schoolers

Don't feel bad about bending your screen time rules on stuck-at-home days, mama.