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Neuroscience says: Letting your child try and fail Is the key to effective parenting

New research has uncovered a simple mindset shift that could change everything: seeing everyday tasks as learning opportunities for your child.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
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22 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond

They'll love sporting these bags all year long.

Updated Jun. 26, 2025
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The best funny jokes for kids appropriate for any occasion

Because laughter really is the best medicine.

Updated May. 10, 2023
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30+ activities your kids can do instead of homework

Too much homework for kids can be harmful. Here are other ways for your children to learn at home.

Updated Aug. 10, 2022
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23 great toddler books they’ll adore

These books will help your toddler love learning to read!

Updated Mar. 28, 2022
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Your guide to age-appropriate responsibilities for toddlers to teens

When is your child old enough to choose their own clothes, make their own friends or clean their own messes? You might be surprised.

Updated Oct. 16, 2024
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It’s science: Your kids are learning all the time—school or no school

The whole world is a classroom, and they learn from it every day (so don't stress about those worksheets).

Updated Jan. 24, 2022
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9 kids’ homework desks to help your child stay organized & motivated

These functional desks promote learning and organization during homework time.

Updated Jul. 14, 2022
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All your questions about kids & face masks, answered

We asked doctors and epidemiologists the biggest questions parents have about wearing masks at school–including which face masks are most effective, and how to get kids to wear them.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

To the mama happy about sending her kids back to school—I’m with you

For me, the end of summer isn't the end of the party—it's the beginning.

Updated Oct. 21, 2021
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To the mama sending her kids back to preschool—your little ones are going to be OK

I'm anxious about post-quarantine preschool—but I'm determined to make it special.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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“Forever chemicals” can be found in breast milk, but you can limit your exposure right now

We encounter toxins in our environment every day. Knowing where they exist and how to avoid them is one way to lessen the worry we may have about how they affect us, especially when trying to conceive, pregnant or nursing a baby.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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10 amazing Montessori-inspired activities for quiet time

If your toddler has stopped napping, you're probably looking for some peace and quiet. We've got you covered.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

6 must-have products for the toddler who says ‘I can do it myself’

Fostering independence in your toddler = #parentinggoals.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

How to keep your kids interested in learning this summer

Good news, mama: Avoiding the "summer slide" can be fun for everyone!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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15 books about Juneteenth for kids of all ages

Juneteenth, or Emancipation Day, is an important holiday for kids to understand.

Updated May. 30, 2025

8 podcasts that are perfect for your family road trip this summer

Listening to a podcast as a family is a great compromise when it comes to kids and technology use in the car.

Updated Jun. 08, 2023
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These 6 words transformed my picky eaters

No picky eater stands a chance against "You don't have to eat it."

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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