parenting advice

10 phrases to say to your kids to inspire confidence

It began as my mom's voice but has become my own, and it is my super power.

7 ways to maintain friendships with child-free friends, according to a therapist

How can we continue to nourish relationships with people who don't relate to the sometimes all-consuming experience of motherhood?

10 supportive phrases all moms need to hear

6. "Do you need a break?"

10 Montessori-inspired ways your toddler can help around the house

Even if they're only helping in a tiny way, young children love feeling included.

Minimalism drastically improved my mental health–and my motherhood

Here are three areas to focus on, mama.

Mama, you can handle anything—even flu season

Of course, there are suggestions for avoiding colds and flu, but even with all of these preventions, sick days are almost unavoidable.

Montessori at home: How to help your firstborn prepare for a new baby

As the final weeks go by and we near the arrival of our newest family member, I'm growing less anxious and more excited about how my toddler will react to being a big brother.

Work will always be there, but my babies won’t always be this small

But as we reach this place where things are chaotically calm, I realize that while I could make space for those things (and I do in some respects), that I choose my children. With no self-judgment and no second guesses and no comparing myself to other women.

No, having a baby didn’t ‘ruin’ my 20s

If life goes according to plan, I'll have one more when I'm 29 and, by 30, my husband and I will be selling car seats, hitting the tail end of diapers and settling into life as a minivan family.

10 crucial habits that help baby (and parents!) get better sleep

Adopt these 10 sleep habits with your child from birth to help you establish a strong foundation for sleep.

How to celebrate holiday birthdays and make them feel extra special

1. Details matter

How to give up yelling and overcome your anger, mama

Anger is often the mask that sadness hides behind.

How to safely–and deliciously–introduce baby to solids 🍌

The big world of diverse food options is ahead of you–and that's definitely cause for celebration.

How to make sure your kids get enough sleep during the busy holiday season

1. Put sleep first.

7 phrases NOT to say to an adoptive family—and what to say instead

6. "How are your own/real children handling your adoption/foster care?"

This is what it’s like to be a new mom

What I want to say when people ask, "What's it like to be a new mom?"

6 fun (and non-scary!) ways to celebrate Halloween with your toddler

No scary monsters necessary.

8 essential ‘body safety’ rules to keep your kids safe

3. Explain to your child who they should talk to if they feel unsafe.

As I look back on new motherhood, here’s what I wish I knew then

Oh, what I wouldn't give for a tiny incident of a kindergartener packing a bag and stomping off in a tantrum.

15 proven ways to get your kids to eat healthier meals 🥙

10. Try new foods when they're hungry.