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My husband and I chose a legal guardian for our daughter—here’s how we did it

Even though it’s hard to discuss, especially as new parents, it is a critical decision in keeping your child protected.

Updated Feb. 22, 2024
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Family therapist shares game-changing tip to help diffuse frustrated toddlers

The technique from Big Little Feelings’ Deena Margolin is helpful for parents, too.

Updated Feb. 20, 2024
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These are the 6 books I’d gift to new moms

To empower them to tackle the anxiety and stress that comes with motherhood.

Updated Dec. 16, 2024
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Pigeon pose and other self-care practices you can do with your child

Sometimes a short escape from routine is the remedy.

Updated Feb. 20, 2024
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Deciphering the telenovela parenting dilemma: ¿Si o No?

Is there a way to pass down this bonding technique the right way?

Updated Feb. 13, 2024
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How to raise a healthy gamer, according to an expert

There is room for video games in a well-rounded kid’s life—if you’re smart about it.

Updated Feb. 12, 2024
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Housework is never ending—but that doesn’t mean your work is

My daughter and I have so much to learn from the strong, hardworking women who came before us, but we also have things to unlearn.

Updated Feb. 12, 2024
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What to do when people call your son a ‘future heartbreaker’

As a mother raising a son, I am teaching him to use his heart for good.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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Loving unconditionally: embracing LGBTQ+ identities

Don't allow your own experiences with your parents dictate how you engage with your own children.

Updated Feb. 05, 2024
Cool parenting rule

This “no questions asked” parenting rule is truly top-tier

"What was the coolest rule your parents had growing up?"

Updated Feb. 02, 2024
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Here’s how practicing kindness can help your whole family

It seems simple, but studies show the mental health benefits are big.

Updated Feb. 02, 2024
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Having trouble getting your kid to listen? Try using positive consequences

Everyone responds better to positivity than to threats.

Updated Feb. 01, 2024
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Using this simple phrase can show your kids you love them unconditionally

A mom went viral for sharing the words her mother said to her as a kid—and now we’re crying.

Updated Feb. 01, 2024
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My toddler said getting stitches was ‘fun’—here’s how I prepared him

Preparing our children for what is to come is an important part of setting them up for success.

Updated Feb. 01, 2024
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Mom shares brilliant alternative to chore charts for kids

It’s all about the power of delegating.

Updated Jan. 31, 2024
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4 strategies for raising bilingual children

If you’re on the same path or contemplating the same journey, these may help you too.

Updated Feb. 01, 2024
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Here’s how to uncover your parenting values to raise good humans

In an excerpt from her new book, “The 5 Principles of Parenting,” Dr. Aliza Pressman shares that raising good humans starts with defining your own answer to the question: What makes a good human?

Updated Jan. 22, 2024
ParentalBurnout

Parental burnout: What it is—and what to do about it

Am I just stressed out or am I really experiencing burnout?

Updated Feb. 02, 2024
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