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cute baby with down syndrome held by mom- reality of special needs parenting

The unspoken realities of special-needs parenting

Your love is fierce, and you were chosen to be their mama.

Updated Jan. 10, 2024
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We are mothering within ‘patriarchal motherhood’

And it can feel oppressive. Here’s how to shift that pressure to make motherhood more empowering for yourself and mothers everywhere.

Updated Jan. 06, 2024
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9 parenting Substacks worth your precious inbox space

Apologies to your ‘inbox zero’ goals.

Updated Jan. 04, 2024
mom hugging daughter- saying goodbye to my daughter

Goodbye to my grown, college girl

There is no “making it,” no cease of parenting, of growing, of life.

Updated Jan. 03, 2024
mom helping young daughter with homework choose your hard

This tip on navigating ‘hard’ tasks with your kid will change their mindset—and might change yours too

‘Choose your hard’ is a tool that’s just as important for adults as it is for kids.

Updated Jan. 03, 2024
little boy sitting in corner covering his ears sensory processing disorder

Becoming a sensory-aware parent: Understanding sensory processing disorder (SPD)

An expert defines sensory processing disorder (SPD) and how to be a more sensory-aware parent.

Updated Jan. 03, 2024
family decorating Christmas tree - neurodivergent daughter

My neurodivergent daughter reminds me of the magic to be found in the holidays

Currently an elf-on-the-shelf and a bendy reindeer are riding on a firetruck and trash truck in our living room.

Updated Jan. 03, 2024
girls hands using cellphones sextortion online safety

What parents need to know about the new ‘sextortion’ cases with teens

An expert shares how to help your teen navigate an online world.

Updated Jan. 02, 2024
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Adoptive parents: How to level up in 2024

Search for birth parent voices to better understand and honor your child’s origins.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
mom and child walking outside- letting go of fear

Snakes, elevators and a life-threatening illness—letting go of fear for the sake of my son

As my son writes his own chapters, he should be free of my scars.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
mother putting her daughter to bed

25 positive phrases to say to your kids at bedtime

“You have such a kind heart.”

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
Dr Becky on Instagram - Don't force a thank you

Dr. Becky expertly explains why you shouldn’t force kids to say ‘thank you’ after receiving gifts

Her viral video demonstrates a more effective way to teach children about gratitude.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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Operation rainbow elf: An oversize gesture to affirm my transgender son at Christmas

Even for a Christmas fanatic like me, this was over the top.

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
grandma visiting new baby family - the things my parents saved

The things my parents saved in the attic

Today my husband and I will set up the tent that my whole family once camped in.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
family holding hands around dinner table breaking cultural traditions

Facing opposing family values this holiday season

I hope to teach my boys the importance of breaking norms, of participating in traditions while also shaping them. 

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
mother and teen daughter driving in car music to shift mindset

Kids stuck in a funk? Try this 2-minute solution to shift their mindset

Here’s how music can help shift kids’ moods–at any age.

Updated Dec. 14, 2023
mom comforting sad young daughter how to reduce tantrums

Yes, you can train your toddler to have fewer tantrums—all through play

Here’s how to develop the 5 social-emotional skills your child needs to tame tantrums.

Updated Jun. 02, 2025
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