child development

Why your big kid wants to be a ‘baby’ right now

And why it's totally normal, mama.

18 chores for kids that teach important life skills

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

PE at home: 10 fun activities to get the whole family moving

Who needs a gym? (Or a jungle gym, for that matter?)

It’s science: Why your toddler is obsessed with your phone

And why it's OK to give in right now, mama.

How to work from home with kids around—from babies to teenagers

Experienced work-from-home parents share their best tips for every age range from baby to teen.

It’s science: It’s natural for your kids to feel anxiety right now—but it’s temporary

Here's what you can do to make it better, mama.

78% of Millennial parents think they’re doing a better job than their parents, says new survey

Do you agree? Yes or no.

6 positive (and effective) discipline strategies teachers swear by

These are the strategies teachers use to help kids listen, learn and grow. ❤️

Teach basic math skills with these 15 easy math games for preschoolers

These Montessori-inspired math activities are *so* much more fun than flash cards.

12 easy science experiments that encourage little ones to explore their world

Encourage your tiny scientist with these easy STEM activities you can do at home.

27 ways to show your kids you love them on Valentine’s Day (or any day)

Based on the five love languages.

The best way to prevent a tantrum might surprise you, mama

How to keep "big feelings" from taking over.

Montessori at home: 10 activities under $10

Some of the best Montessori activities are practically free—and use materials that are already in your house.

Doctor-approved ways to help ease constipation in children

Because potty time should be peaceful, mama.

How do I get my child’s fever down?—and when to call a doctor

What you need to know, mama.

How I figured out what my child’s tantrum was *really* about

He was crying about chicken nuggets, but it wasn't about the chicken nuggets at all.

‘Frozen 2’s’ powerful portrayal of male emotions & equal relationships is what kids need

And we love it.

My child’s Down Syndrome diagnosis changed who I am for the better

I once thought life was about checking as many boxes as possible and grabbing as much happiness along the way. I have since come to learn a good life is one full of love and purpose and my child with Down syndrome has given me both.

Montessori at home: 10 literacy activities to help you raise a lifelong reader

4. Act it out.

My child brought the magic back to my life

Sometimes magic is a really great piece of pizza or the sixth ride down the waterslide. It's laughing with abandon and skipping down the sidewalk without caring who sees you.