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What to do when everything goes wrong—all at the same time

What if we put more energy into thinking about all the ways in which things could go right?

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Life happens here in the midst of the mess

I’m quite sure that all too soon I’ll crave their clutter and chaos in the same way I craved their newborn snuggles as they grew into bigger kids.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
mom standing with her two sons how to talk to kids about puberty

How to talk to kids about puberty, according to the authors of ‘This Is So Awkward’

Some research shows that puberty is starting earlier—which means we need to prep for those big convos sooner than later. Here’s what to know.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
mom and young daughter sharing a smoothie on the beach laughing childhood magic

Moms, keep planning the magic—even when it doesn’t seem like your kids feel it anymore

What they’ll remember is that feeling of joy, no matter how brief. And so will you.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
mom comforting crying child help kids process anger

Mom shares important phrase to help kids (and adults) process anger—and it’s brilliant

Her tip went viral—because this tool is just as helpful for adults as it is for kids.

Updated Dec. 05, 2023
women sitting on couch- build emotional resilience

Building emotional resilience in the most difficult times

Currently I am listening to my emotions, letting them guide me to act in alignment with my core values.

Updated Nov. 30, 2023
Soccer player using head to hit the ball soccer heading

Soccer heading linked to brain changes, study shows

High levels of heading the ball were associated with changes seen in mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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Postpartum Holidays—the gift of presence

To focus on the gift of time, instead of the gift of things.

Updated Nov. 28, 2023
young boy playing the piano - used to play piano

My son used to play piano

He was so good and getting better every day.

Updated Nov. 22, 2023
little kids playing at daycare after the childcare cliff

After the childcare cliff, Congress must invest in early education

President Biden's push to address the childcare cliff would provide much-needed relief to childcare providers and families, which is why Congress needs to act now.

Updated Nov. 18, 2023
happy mom and toddler outside - happiness anchors

Mothers are their children’s ‘happiness anchors’

But how can moms create happiness anchors for themselves? The answer: In glimmers and small rituals.

Updated Nov. 17, 2023
girl in bed taking pills with glass of water melatonin use is rising in kids

Melatonin use soaring in kids and teens, researchers find

Nearly 1 in 5 kids now take melatonin for sleep, while experts call for more research on safety.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
teen girl in crop top and shorts daughters' clothing choices

Dads should relax about their daughters’ clothing choices, an expert says

In an excerpt from her new book, author Kimberly Wolf shares that girls’ clothing choices are often more innocent than parents assume.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
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