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mom holding newborn baby on bed, fostering infant attachment

The good news about infant attachment—you’re probably already doing it

Healthy infant attachment is developed over many, many moments, not just one.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023
mom hugging two kids

The ‘discipline’ approach that *prevents* kid problems

It is called soliciting good intentions, and the aim is to work ahead of challenging problems instead of when emotions are really stirred up.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
kids baking in the kitchen

Chores, teamwork and high expectations: The 15 habits that raise responsible kids

Even when it’s more work for you, let your child help.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Recreating childhood memories is good for your entire family—just ask Kristen Bell

Taking time to re-ground ourselves in the places that shaped us can revitalize our sense of purpose as parents and partners.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The one thing parents can do to make mornings smoother, according to science

Snuggle with your kiddo for five minutes as they wake up as a way to “fill your child’s cup” before the day starts.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to raise our sons with a full emotional life—from vulnerability to strength

How we talk to our kids becomes their internal dialogue.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

FDA issues firm warning against the use of infant sleep positioners

The FDA says use of sleep “wedges or nests” can pose serious suffocation risks.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

The building blocks babies need for language development

Before language and communication can emerge, there are a few building blocks that need to be established.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

3 essential parenting habits to build confidence + self-love in your child

It first starts with how you treat yourself, mama.

Updated Apr. 05, 2022
baby reaching for a toy, displaying the montessori milestone of problem-solving skills

Montessori milestones: 4 developmental milestones you won’t find in baby books

Concentration, problem-solving skills, resilience and creativity.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023

How to stop a toddler tantrum: 6 expert secrets

Do you ignore? Distract? Talk it out? There may be appropriate times and places for all of those responses.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
little girl sitting on bed with ipad

From one mama of an anxious child to another—here’s how we cope

Communicate when there’s a change in routine—and leave enough time to process

Updated Dec. 14, 2021
mom lying on her back, holding her infant on her stomach, learning how to stimulate baby brain development

What are the best ways to stimulate baby brain development?

What babies need most is to interact with their parents in a loving, warm, joyful way.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023

How I’m Raising My Sons as Feminists

4 things a mother does to raise kind, respectful boys.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
reading goodnight moon book

The best way to create your baby’s bedtime routine—and get more sleep too

Bonus: Bedtime is primed for lots of sweet snuggles!

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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